When looking for a new place to eat, it is incredibly important to check the food hygiene rating.
The Food Standards Agency runs the food hygiene rating scheme in partnership with local authorities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Inspectors rate food venues on a scale of zero to five, with five representing ‘very good’ hygiene standards and zero outlining ‘urgent improvement’ is necessary.
The food hygiene rating is not a guide to food quality, but gives clear information about the businesses’ hygiene standards. Inspectors look at the handling of food, how food is stored, how food is prepared, the cleanliness of facilities and how food safety is managed.
Establishments with a rating of two or below are determined to be below satisfactory, with improvement required.
7. Oriental, Bramley
Oriental in Raynville Road, Bramley, was rated two stars (improvement necessary) on March 19. | Google Maps
8. Pizza Top & Karahi House, Scott Hall Road
Pizza Top & Karahi House in Scott Hall Road, was rated two stars (improvement necessary) on August 5. | Yorkshire Evening Post
9. Station Pizza And Punjab Tandoori, Horsforth
Station Pizza and Punjab Tandoori in Station Road, Horsforth, was rated two stars (improvement necessary) on October 23. | Google Maps
10. Submelt, Meanwood
Submelt in Meanwood Road, Meanwood, was rated two stars (improvement necessary) on October 29. | Yorkshire Evening Post
11. Taste Of China, Garforth
Taste Of China in Barleyhill Road, Garforth, was rated two stars (improvement necessary) on August 28. | Google Maps
12. The Topa Balti/Wings And Shakes, Woodlesford
The Topa Balti/Wings And Shakes in Kitchener Street, Woodlesford, was rated two stars (improvement necessary) on August 1. | Google Maps