Costa, KFC, Greggs lead Havering hygiene ratings

Costa, KFC, Greggs lead Havering hygiene ratings
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Havering (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Havering’s food inspectors checked many local places in June–July 2025; most got top hygiene scores of 5, including Greggs, KFC, Aozora Sushi, McDonald’s, schools, and nurseries.

As This is the Local London News reported, environmental health officers in Havering have been checking local food businesses. They’re checking if the businesses follow food hygiene rules. They use the Food Standards Agency’s rules. These rules check how clean places are, how food is handled, and safety systems. 

Businesses get a rating from 0 to 5. 5 is the best, meaning “very good.” The checks make sure food is safe and made in clean places. Many places in Romford, Hornchurch, Upminster, and Rainham were checked. Many got the top rating.

What makes Havering’s cafes and schools so clean?

According to officials, A lot of places got the top score. Places like Aozora Sushi in Hornchurch, Greggs in Romford, and Costa Coffee in Romford did very well. BrewDog in Upminster, the Co-op in Romford, and the Esso station in Rainham also got good scores. Eurest at The Royal Mail Centre and Gidea Park Preparatory School & Nursery also showed they care about food safety. 

Havering’s health officers keep checking local food places to make sure they’re safe and clean. These checks happened in late June and early July 2025. Some of the places that did well are KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and McDonald’s. Also, places like Joe & Jam cafe, Griller Elm Park, and Ped’s Pizza got good scores. 

Schools and nurseries, like HES @ Brady Primary School and New Beginnings Day Nursery, also did well. Restaurants like The Clove South Asian Restaurant and The Goose also got high scores. Even shops like Shell Romford and Wenzel’s the Bakers did well. 

Massimiliano  Verde

Massimiliano Verde is a journalist at Parliament News, He is covering Society and Culture News. Boasting a Master's Degree in Political Science, stands as a prominent figure in the Italian cultural landscape. His presidency of the Neapolitan Academy, a scientifically and sociolinguistically renowned group, attests to his relentless dedication to safeguarding and promoting Neapolitan language and culture. His activism and profound expertise have propelled him into the role of interlocutor for UNESCO as part of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022-2032), a prestigious acknowledgment highlighting the significance of his efforts in preserving the linguistic and cultural diversity of our planet.

Verde's fervent passion for the history and culture of Southern Italy has driven him to immerse himself in research, resulting in numerous essays and articles that delve into the peculiarities and beauties of the region. His commitment extends beyond academia, manifesting in ongoing dissemination activities aimed at acquainting the general public with the rich cultural heritage of the South. His endeavors transcend national boundaries, as evidenced by his participation in international conferences and collaboration with various foreign institutions, rendering him an ambassador of Southern culture on the global stage and fostering intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding.