The Fusion of Spice food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Colchester
The Fusion of Spice holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 17 June 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: 1B Challenge Way, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2LY
How it compares in Colchester
That puts The Fusion of Spice among the 1,191 places in Colchester holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,191 | 89% | ← The Fusion of Spice | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 82 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 48 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 296 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 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 The Fusion of Spice 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 The Fusion of Spice, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Lato Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 270 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2025 |
| Cafe & Ice cream Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 368 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 August 2025 |
| Ant and Chid Retailers - other | 397 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2026 |
| Aldi Supermarket Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2024 |
| Angelina's Day Care Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 January 2026 |
| China City Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 October 2025 |
| BHWinnock Store Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2024 |
| Bourne and Bread Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2026 |
Questions about The Fusion of Spice
What is The Fusion of Spice's food hygiene rating?
The Fusion of Spice has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Colchester Council on 17 June 2024.
Is The Fusion of Spice 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Fusion of Spice last inspected?
The Fusion of Spice was last inspected on 17 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Colchester Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Fusion of Spice?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Fusion of Spice compare to other places in Colchester?
89% of the 1,335 rated food businesses in Colchester hold the top rating of 5, and The Fusion of Spice is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Colchester Council inspects The Fusion of Spice 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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