Lokkum of Woodford food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Redbridge
Lokkum of Woodford holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
This is a fresh result: Lokkum of Woodford was inspected on 23 May 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: Woodford New Road, E18 2QD
How it compares in Redbridge
That puts Lokkum of Woodford among the 1,176 places in Redbridge holding top marks, 66% 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 | 1,176 | 66% | ← Lokkum of Woodford | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 269 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 209 | 12% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 38 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 84 | 5% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 371 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 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 Lokkum of Woodford 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 Lokkum of Woodford, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argos Limited Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2025 |
| Bobo & Wild Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2025 |
| Biba and Wren Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 August 2025 |
| 1 The Avenue Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2026 |
| Achieve together Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2025 |
| 1st Stepping Stones Nursery at Peterhouse Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 January 2025 |
| Ana's cakes and coffee Other catering premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2026 |
| Achieve together Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2025 |
Questions about Lokkum of Woodford
What is Lokkum of Woodford's food hygiene rating?
Lokkum of Woodford has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Redbridge Council on 23 May 2026.
Is Lokkum of Woodford 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Lokkum of Woodford last inspected?
Lokkum of Woodford was last inspected on 23 May 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Redbridge Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Lokkum of Woodford?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Lokkum of Woodford compare to other places in Redbridge?
66% of the 1,781 rated food businesses in Redbridge hold the top rating of 5, and Lokkum of Woodford is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Redbridge Council inspects Lokkum of Woodford 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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