On the Hoof food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Lewisham
On the Hoof holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the restaurant met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 13 October 2016, more than 9 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: Sydenham Railway Station, Sydenham Station Approach, London, SE26 5EU
How it compares in Lewisham
That puts On the Hoof among the 1,249 places in Lewisham holding top marks, 62% 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 | 1,249 | 62% | ← On the Hoof | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 457 | 23% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 236 | 12% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 35 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 449 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 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 On the Hoof 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 On the Hoof, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artist Cake Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2024 |
| Accent Catering (Sydenham High) School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2026 |
| Alexandra Nurseries - Tea Room Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2025 |
| Adamsrill Primary School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2024 |
| Adamsrill After School Club Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2024 |
| Aster House Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2026 |
| Ama Sushi Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2025 |
| Antonella's Cafe Bistro Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
Questions about On the Hoof
What is On the Hoof's food hygiene rating?
On the Hoof has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Lewisham Council on 13 October 2016.
Is On the Hoof 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 restaurant to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was On the Hoof last inspected?
On the Hoof was last inspected on 13 October 2016, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Lewisham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at On the Hoof?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 On the Hoof compare to other places in Lewisham?
62% of the 2,009 rated food businesses in Lewisham hold the top rating of 5, and On the Hoof is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Lewisham Council inspects On the Hoof 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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