Thais 'R' Us food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Canterbury City
Thais 'R' Us holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 28 August 2022, more than 3 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: Shop 6, 20 Lower Bridge Street, Canterbury, CT1 2LG
How it compares in Canterbury City
That puts Thais 'R' Us among the 1,161 places in Canterbury City holding top marks, 78% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 1,161 | 78% | ← Thais 'R' Us | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 185 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 120 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 166 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Thais 'R' Us none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Thais 'R' Us, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amalis Caffè Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 46 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2025 |
| Burgate Express Retailers - other | 89 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2025 |
| Canterbury Lane Convenience Store Retailers - other | 122 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 January 2026 |
| A Tavola Pizzeria Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 143 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2025 |
| Burger King Takeaway/sandwich shop | 143 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 August 2024 |
| 7 Longport Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 148 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 November 2024 |
| Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 May 2026 |
| Canterbury Wholefoods Retailers - other | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 January 2026 |
Questions about Thais 'R' Us
What is Thais 'R' Us's food hygiene rating?
Thais 'R' Us has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Canterbury City Council on 28 August 2022.
Is Thais 'R' Us safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Thais 'R' Us last inspected?
Thais 'R' Us was last inspected on 28 August 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Canterbury City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Thais 'R' Us?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Thais 'R' Us compare to other places in Canterbury City?
78% of the 1,483 rated food businesses in Canterbury City hold the top rating of 5, and Thais 'R' Us is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Canterbury City Council inspects Thais 'R' Us and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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