Desi Karahi
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Desi Karahi is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 762-764 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, B8 3PP, in the Birmingham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Birmingham oversees 10,152 registered food businesses, of which 67% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Birmingham is 4.3 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 762-764 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham
- Postcode
- B8 3PP
- Local Authority
- Birmingham
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 976022
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Desi Karahi?
Desi Karahi has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Birmingham.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Desi Karahi last inspected?
Desi Karahi was last inspected on 2025-08-07. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Desi Karahi located?
Desi Karahi is located at 762-764 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham , B8 3PP, in the Birmingham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the B8 postcode area.