Hoviwa food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Braintree
Hoviwa 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 18 March 2025, 15 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: 82A Manor Street, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3HR
How it compares in Braintree
That puts Hoviwa among the 980 places in Braintree holding top marks, 85% 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 | 980 | 85% | ← Hoviwa | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 125 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 34 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 111 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 Hoviwa 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 Hoviwa, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elim Church Other catering premises | 102 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2026 |
| Best Kebab House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 286 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 April 2026 |
| Braintree Museum Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 286 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 July 2024 |
| Hong Kong Chef Takeaway/sandwich shop | 286 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 November 2025 |
| C J Eley & Co Retailers - other | 348 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 March 2016 |
| China Village Takeaway/sandwich shop | 349 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2026 |
| Bishop Nick Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 360 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 July 2018 |
| Cellar Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 360 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2025 |
Questions about Hoviwa
What is Hoviwa's food hygiene rating?
Hoviwa has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Braintree Council on 18 March 2025.
Is Hoviwa 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 Hoviwa last inspected?
Hoviwa was last inspected on 18 March 2025, 15 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Braintree Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hoviwa?
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 Hoviwa compare to other places in Braintree?
85% of the 1,156 rated food businesses in Braintree hold the top rating of 5, and Hoviwa is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Braintree Council inspects Hoviwa 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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