Rating: Improvement Necessary
6,986 establishments with this rating
What Does Food Hygiene Rating 2 Mean?
A food hygiene rating of 2 means Improvement Necessary. The business needs to make improvements to its food hygiene practices, and the local authority may provide guidance or require specific actions.
Businesses rated 2 were found to have notable shortcomings in their food hygiene standards. There may be significant gaps in food safety management, issues with how food is handled or stored, or physical problems with the premises that need addressing.
What Inspectors Look For
A rating of 2 typically results from higher penalty scores (15–20+) in one or more inspection areas. The local authority will usually provide the business with detailed advice on what needs to change and may carry out a follow-up inspection.
Is a food hygiene rating of 2 bad?
A rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary) is below the satisfactory threshold and indicates significant areas needing improvement. While the business has not been deemed an immediate risk, it falls well below the national average and should take steps to improve its standards.
Can you eat at a restaurant with a food hygiene rating of 2?
A restaurant with a rating of 2 is still legally permitted to operate — the rating system is not a pass/fail system. However, the rating indicates that improvements are needed, and you may want to consider this when deciding where to eat.