Food Hygiene Ratings in Waltham Forest

Explore hygiene ratings for businesses across the local authority.

Safety Pass Rate

69.0%

Total Inspected

1,999

Need Improvement

620

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Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

1 The Avenue

E4 9LB

SCORE 4
Retailers - other

13 Express

E11 4EL

SCORE 0
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

1st Stepping Stones Nursery

E17 6QX

SCORE 5
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

1st Stepping Stones Nursery at Peterhouse

E17 3PW

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

2020 Cafe & Restaurant

E17 7JS

SCORE 1
Takeaway/sandwich shop

44 Charcoal Grill and Fish House

E4 9AA

SCORE 4
Distributors/Transporters

4Degrees C Ltd

E10 5SQ

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

7 in One Wine

E10 6PF

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

7 Star Traders

E11 1HG

SCORE 3
Retailers - other

777 Shop

E10 5QN

SCORE 1
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Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

7th Heaven

E17 9AP

Pending
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

8's Kitchen

E17 4JD

SCORE 3
Retailers - other

A & M Seafood

E10 6JP

SCORE 2
Retailers - other

A Gold Star

E11 3HS

Pending
Retailers - other

A&S Grocers

E11 3HR

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

A2 Lahori Taste

E17 9PT

SCORE 3
Other catering premises

A2A Services Ltd

E10 7QE

SCORE 0
School/college/university

A2A Services Ltd at Eden Girls School

E17 5QJ

SCORE 4
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

A406 Cafe

E4 8PY

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

AAVO

E17 3NU

SCORE 3
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Retailers - other

ABC Food Store

E10 7NE

SCORE 4
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Acacia Nursery School

E11 3HE

SCORE 5
Mobile caterer

Acai Temptation

No Postcode

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

Acheason Chemist

E11 4HH

Pending
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Acorn Day Opportunies Ltd

E17 6BH

SCORE 5
Manufacturers/packers

Adam Naan

E10 7EA

SCORE 2
Retailers - other

Adeel Trading Ltd

No Postcode

SCORE 5
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Adeza Care Homes Ltd

E11 4AQ

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

Adil Cash & Carry Ltd

E10 6AE

SCORE 3
Retailers - other

Admiral

E17 7JH

SCORE 5
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Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Aetheria Cafe

E10 7LD

SCORE 4
Takeaway/sandwich shop

AFC FRIED CHICKEN

E17 5AL

SCORE 4
Takeaway/sandwich shop

Afrobbean Kitchen

E17 7FY

SCORE 5
School/college/university

After School Club at Downsell Primary School

E15 2BS

SCORE 4
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Afters

E10 6JP

SCORE 4
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Afters Walthamstow

E17 4PP

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

Aga Meat

E4 6ST

SCORE 1
Retailers - other

Aida Supermarket

E17 7AD

SCORE 4
School/college/university

AIP at Hillyfield Academy

E17 6ED

SCORE 5
School/college/university

AIP at Hillyfield Primary Academy

E17 4NR

SCORE 5
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Retailers - other

Akdeniz

E4 8DB

SCORE 4
Retailers - other

Akdeniz Supermarket

E17 3AL

SCORE 1
Retailers - other

Akshar Pharmacies

E17 5BZ

Pending
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Al Bader

E15 2BP

SCORE 3
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Al Farooq Kebabish

E10 6AW

SCORE 4
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Al Haq

E17 8QR

SCORE 4
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Al Jaziira

E10 6QE

SCORE 4
Takeaway/sandwich shop

Alam Bakes

E11 3HS

SCORE 3
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Albany Nursing Home

E10 7EL

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Albert & Francis

E10 6NT

SCORE 5
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💡 Food Safety Fact

Awaiting Inspection: This means the business is newly opened or has recently changed ownership and has not yet undergone its first inspection.

Local Insights & FAQ

Common questions about food safety in Waltham Forest

Q: How safe are food businesses in Waltham Forest?

Official GuidanceBased on the latest inspection data, 69.0% of food establishments in Waltham Forest have passed hygiene safety checks (Rating 3 or above). This indicates a generally high standard of food safety across the local authority.

Q: What does a '0' rating actually mean?

Official GuidanceA rating of 0 means 'Urgent Improvement Necessary'. It indicates that the business performed poorly in all three areas of inspection: food handling, structural cleanliness, and management documentation.

Q: Can a business continue to trade with a low rating?

Official GuidanceYes, a low rating doesn't always mean a business is an immediate risk to health. If the inspector finds an imminent risk to public health, they have the power to close the premises until it is safe.

Q: How can I report a hygiene concern in this area?

Official GuidanceIf you have experienced poor hygiene or food poisoning in Waltham Forest, you should contact the Environmental Health department of the local council. They are responsible for investigating consumer complaints.

Q: How long does a rating stay valid?

Official GuidanceA rating remains valid until the next inspection. The frequency of these visits depends on the risk profile of the business, typically ranging from 6 months to 2 years.

Q: Why do some new businesses show as 'Awaiting Inspection'?

Official GuidanceNewly opened venues or those under new ownership are registered but haven't had their first official check yet. They are legally allowed to trade but must register with the council 28 days before opening.