Bangla Kitchen in Bolton receives 0 hygiene rating

The outlet received an overall hygiene rating of 0, signifying that urgent improvement is necessary.

The detailed scores for Bangla Kitchen revealed several areas in need of major improvement.

Bangla Kitchen in Bolton receives zero hygiene rating 

Specifically, the hygienic handling of food, including preparation, cooking, re-heating, cooling and storage needs to be improved.

Additionally, the cleanliness and condition of the facilities and building, including appropriate layout, ventilation, hand washing facilities and pest control need to see major improvement.

Bangla Kitchen received a hygiene rating of 0 out of 5 (Image: Google Maps)

An inspector also looks for a system that's in place to make sure food that is sold or served is safe to be eaten and they check if staff know about food safety - these were also areas that need improving.

The hygiene rating also reflects on whether the inspector has confidence that the establishment will maintain standards in the future - an area also needing improvement at Bangla Kitchen. 

What are hygiene ratings in the Bolton area like overall?

In terms of the distribution of hygiene ratings in the area, only 0.5% of establishments have a rating of 0, indicating that Bangla Kitchen's low rating is uncommon.

A majority of establishments, 54.7%, have a rating of 5, the highest possible rating.

Additionally, 2.7% of establishments have a rating of 1, while 3.0% have a rating of 2.

Ratings of 3 were given to 10.0% of establishments and 22.9% received a rating of 4.

No establishments were rated as Exempt, and 6.1% were marked as Awaiting Inspection.

If you serve food in your business, you have an important role in protecting people with food allergies.

You must know what is in the dishes you provide - recording allergen ingredient information in a written format can help you do this.
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What does each hygiene rating mean?

0 - Urgent improvement is necessary

1 - Major improvement necessary

2 - Some improvement is necessary

3 - Hygiene standards are generally satisfactory

4 - Hygiene standards are good

5 - Hygiene standards are very good

Why are food hygiene ratings used?

Food hygiene ratings are crucial in ensuring the safety and quality of food establishments throughout the United Kingdom.

These ratings, displayed prominently in windows and available online, provide essential information for consumers to assess the hygiene standards of restaurants, cafes and canteens across the country.

Trained food safety officers visit establishments unannounced and evaluate various aspects such as food handling, cleanliness, and management practices.

Consumers rely on these ratings to make informed decisions when choosing where to dine, ensuring they select establishments that meet high standards of hygiene.

A higher rating indicates that an establishment has demonstrated excellent practices in areas such as food preparation, storage, and cleanliness, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses and promoting public health.