Food Hygiene Ratings in Edinburgh (City of)
Explore hygiene ratings for businesses across the local authority.
Safety Pass Rate
81.4%
Total Inspected
5,097
Need Improvement
949
(Dark Kitchen Trading menu) Hanover Tap (Mandu Guys, Hansik & Bibigo)
EH2 1DR
£2 Pizza Slice
EH7 5QJ
£2 Pizza Slice
EH11 2NR
£2 Pizza Slice
EH1 1LL
10 Hill Place Hotel
EH8 9DS
10 to 10 in Delhi
EH8 9BZ
100 WATT CAFE
EH6 5NX
101 Bakery
EH9 1QW
108 Chinese Takeaway
EH15 1AL
14Forty
EH2 2AH
1505 Cafe
EH8 9DH
18 Craigmillar Park Guest House
EH16 5PS
181 Delicatessen
EH10 4DG
21212
EH7 5AB
230 SQN RLC
EH16 6NQ
24 Royal Terrace
EH7 5AH
275 Cafe
EH6 8LQ
2Bros
EH4 4TD
3 Blind Mice
EH1 1NB
3 Spires Lunch Club
EH12 5AW
3D Cakes
EH12 6AW
4in1 Cafe
EH1 1LS
5 Dumplings
EH11 2NZ
56 North
EH8 9JP
61 SIGNAL SQUADRON (V), T/A CENTRE
EH14 2NA
7 Days
EH2 4RG
7 Days a Week
EH2 2HB
7 days a week
EH11 1PR
7 Days Mart
EH2 3AA
76Castle Candy Ltd
EH1 2LE
Local Insights & FAQ
Common questions about food safety in Edinburgh (City of)
Q: How safe are food businesses in Edinburgh (City of)?
Official GuidanceBased on the latest inspection data, 81.4% of food establishments in Edinburgh (City of) 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 Edinburgh (City of), 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.