What is the average food hygiene rating in CF5?

The average food hygiene rating in the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff is 4.57 out of 5, across 387 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How many restaurants in CF5 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

276 food businesses in the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 71.3% of the 387 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

How many food businesses in CF5 have a low hygiene rating?

12 food businesses in the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 0 rated 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). A low rating reflects conditions at the last inspection and may since have improved — always check the current rating at the FSA.

What does a food hygiene rating actually measure?

The FSA food hygiene rating (0–5) reflects how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises, and how well the business manages food safety, recorded at its last inspection. 5 is Very Good and 0 is Urgent Improvement Necessary. It is not a measure of food quality or taste.

Where does this CF5 food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff (433 establishments on record, 387 rated), sourced from ratings.food.gov.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0, as of 2026-06-12. No estimates or survey data are mixed in.

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Food Hygiene Ratings in CF5

Restaurants, takeaways and cafes in the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff hold an average food hygiene rating of 4.57/5, with 71.3% rated 5 (Very Good). Covers 433 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

CF5 (Cardiff) has 276 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 387 rated premises (71.3%). 12 premises are rated 2 or below. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.

Rating distribution in CF5

5★ Very Good

276 (71.3%)

4★ Good

73 (18.9%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

26 (6.7%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

5 (1.3%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

7 (1.8%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

0 (0%)

Plus 35 awaiting inspection and 11 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Food hygiene in CF5: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in CF5?: The average food hygiene rating in the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff is 4.57 out of 5, across 387 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How many restaurants in CF5 have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 276 food businesses in the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 71.3% of the 387 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 4 June 2026.
How many food businesses in CF5 have a low hygiene rating?: 12 food businesses in the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 0 rated 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). A low rating reflects conditions at the last inspection and may since have improved — always check the current rating at the FSA.
What does a food hygiene rating actually measure?: The FSA food hygiene rating (0–5) reflects how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises, and how well the business manages food safety, recorded at its last inspection. 5 is Very Good and 0 is Urgent Improvement Necessary. It is not a measure of food quality or taste.
Where does this CF5 food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for the CF5 postcode area of Cardiff (433 establishments on record, 387 rated), sourced from ratings.food.gov.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0, as of 2026-06-12. No estimates or survey data are mixed in.

Top-rated places in CF5

GULIMobile caterer · CF5
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Queens Fish BarRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 355 Grand Avenue, Ely, Cardiff · CF5 4RD
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 4 June 2026
Lansdowne Primary SchoolSchool/college/university · Lansdowne Primary School Norfolk Street, Canton, Cardiff · CF5 1JY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Fairwater Campus (Cantonian)School/college/university · Cantonian High School Fairwater Road, Fairwater, Cardiff · CF5 3JR
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 1 June 2026
Papa's TacosMobile caterer · CF5
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 21 May 2026
Casa GalesaRetailers - other · The Corporation Hotel 188 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff · CF5 1GW
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 19 May 2026
Cylch Meithrin Groes-wenCaring Premises · Ysgol Gynradd Groes-wen Primary School Rhodfa Plasdwr, St Fagans, Cardiff · CF5 2FG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Ysgol Gynradd Groes -Wen Primary SchoolRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Ysgol Gynradd Groes-wen Primary School Rhodfa Plasdwr, St Fagans, Cardiff · CF5 2FG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 18 May 2026
Ysgol Cynefin WestSchool/college/university · Wellwright Road, Cardiff · CF5 3ED
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 14 May 2026
DeesOther catering premises · 33 Alexandra Road, Cardiff · CF5 1NT
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
MOWGLIS INDIAN TAKEWAYMobile caterer · 222 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff · CF5 1GY
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 6 May 2026
Il GiglioOther catering premises · 4 Waungron Road, Llandaff, Cardiff · CF5 2JJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 30 April 2026

Places needing improvement in CF5

Ely Fish BarTakeaway/sandwich shop · 121 Bishopston Road, Caerau, Cardiff · CF5 5DX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 6 August 2025
The Black LionPub/bar/nightclub · The Black Lion Cardiff Road, Llandaff, Cardiff · CF5 2DQ
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 August 2025
Bishopston StoresRetailers - other · 125 - 127 Bishopston Road, Caerau, Cardiff · CF5 5DX
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 July 2025
Easy ShopRetailers - other · 18 Market Road, Canton, Cardiff · CF5 1QF
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 26 January 2026
The CabinRetailers - other · The Cabin Waungron Road, Fairwater, Cardiff · CF5 2JL
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 17 February 2026
The Grand Naan Curry House LtdOther catering premises · 357A Grand Avenue, Ely, Cardiff · CF5 4RD
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 September 2025
Ty Melin Residential HomeCaring Premises · Ty Melyn Nursing Home 412 - 420 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff · CF5 1JL
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 15 April 2026
FAMILY CHOICE MINI MARKETOther catering premises · 93 Heol Muston, Ely, Cardiff · CF5 4BD
2/5 · Improvement NecessaryInspected 22 January 2026

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 433 real Food Standards Agency records for the CF5 postcode area, of which 387 carry a 0–5 hygiene rating. The average is the mean of those ratings; percentages exclude awaiting-inspection and exempt premises. Data as of 2026-06-12.

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Food hygiene ratings are sourced from the Food Standards Agency at ratings.food.gov.uk. Ratings reflect the most recent inspection on record and may have changed since publication.