Ram's Express food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Merton
Ram's 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 1 December 2023, 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: 59 Manor Road, Mitcham
How it compares in Merton
That puts Ram's Express among the 1,033 places in Merton holding top marks, 82% 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 | 1,033 | 82% | ← Ram's Express | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 171 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 41 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 275 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 Ram's 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 Ram's Express, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ama Catering Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 June 2026 |
| AFIA Cuisine Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2024 |
| Abbys Grill Peri Peri Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2025 |
| 7 Days Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2026 |
Questions about Ram's Express
What is Ram's Express's food hygiene rating?
Ram's Express has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Merton Council on 1 December 2023.
Is Ram's 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 Ram's Express last inspected?
Ram's Express was last inspected on 1 December 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Merton Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Ram's 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 Ram's Express compare to other places in Merton?
82% of the 1,267 rated food businesses in Merton hold the top rating of 5, and Ram's Express is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Merton Council inspects Ram's 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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