Falafel Express food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Falafel Express 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 12 February 2024, more than 2 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: 57 Stratton Road, Bournemouth, BH9 3PG
How it compares in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
That puts Falafel Express among the 2,582 places in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole holding top marks, 88% 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 | 2,582 | 88% | ← Falafel Express | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 239 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 87 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 567 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very good
- How well they manage food safety Very 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 Falafel Express 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 Falafel Express, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2025 |
| Barbara Rose Nursery School Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2020 |
| Blue Roof Bungalow Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2020 |
| Boots the Chemist Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2020 |
| Barnacles Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 November 2022 |
| Blessed Beans Mobile caterer | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2025 |
| Bishop of Winchester Academy School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2024 |
| Age UK (Bournemouth) Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2025 |
Questions about Falafel Express
What is Falafel Express's food hygiene rating?
Falafel Express has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council on 12 February 2024.
Is Falafel Express 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 Falafel Express last inspected?
Falafel Express was last inspected on 12 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Falafel Express?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Falafel Express compare to other places in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
88% of the 2,942 rated food businesses in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole hold the top rating of 5, and Falafel Express is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council inspects Falafel Express 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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