Matou Asian Restaurant food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Liverpool
Matou Asian Restaurant holds a 0, the lowest food hygiene rating possible, meaning urgent improvement is necessary. The inspector found serious problems at the restaurant requiring immediate action.
The rating: 0 - Urgent improvement necessary
This is a fresh result: Matou Asian Restaurant was inspected on 13 May 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: Matou Mersey Ferries Georges Parade, Liverpool, L3 1DP
How it compares in Liverpool
A 0 is rare: only 38 of 3,381 rated places in Liverpool score this low, about one in 89. By contrast 67% of the borough holds a 5, so this is well below what the council's inspectors normally find.
| 5 out of 5 | 2,273 | 67% | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 528 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 331 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 123 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 88 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 38 | 1% | ← Matou Asian Restaurant |
A further 1,145 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Major improvement necessary
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Improvement necessary
- How well they manage food safety Major improvement necessary
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 Matou Asian Restaurant the inspector recorded concerns over how food is handled, the condition of the premises and confidence in management. Because the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, that is what holds the score down.
What the business says
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="3"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p> We have implemented all corrective actions identified by Environmental Health following inspection and have requested a re-rating inspection.</p> <p> The inspection occurred during an exceptional period for the business following the loss of a key member of the management and operations team and significant staffing changes in the kitchen. We accept responsibility for maintaining food safety standards and have implemented all necessary&nbsp; improvements.&nbsp; We have also appointed a consultant to oversee our food safety management systems and support the day-to-day operation of the business.</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> &nbsp;</p>
Businesses have a right to reply to their rating. This response is published by the Food Standards Agency alongside the score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Matou Asian Restaurant, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Water St Mediterranean Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 407 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 May 2024 |
| All Bar One Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 August 2022 |
| 62 Castle Street Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 May 2026 |
| Angels Vip Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2014 |
| 8 By Andrew Sheridan Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Alerta Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
| Aloft Liverpool Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 April 2023 |
| Angels Paradise Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 April 2022 |
Questions about Matou Asian Restaurant
What is Matou Asian Restaurant's food hygiene rating?
Matou Asian Restaurant has a food hygiene rating of 0 out of 5 (urgent improvement necessary), given by Liverpool Council on 13 May 2026.
Is Matou Asian Restaurant safe to eat at?
A 0 means urgent improvement is necessary: the inspector found serious problems. The restaurant may still be trading, because a rating is not a closure order, but this is the lowest score the scheme gives.
When was Matou Asian Restaurant last inspected?
Matou Asian Restaurant was last inspected on 13 May 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Liverpool Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Matou Asian Restaurant?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "major improvement necessary", the cleanliness and condition of the building "improvement necessary", and confidence in the management of food safety "major improvement necessary". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Matou Asian Restaurant compare to other places in Liverpool?
67% of the 3,381 rated food businesses in Liverpool hold the top rating of 5, while Matou Asian Restaurant holds a 0. 38 places in the area share that rating.
Has Matou Asian Restaurant responded to its rating?
Yes. Businesses have a right to reply, published alongside the rating. Matou Asian Restaurant said: “<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="3"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p> We have implemented all corrective actions identified by Environmental Health following inspection and have requested a re-rating inspection.</p> <p> The inspection occurred during an exceptional period for the business following the loss of a key member of the management and operations team and significant staffing changes in the kitchen. We accept responsibility for maintaining food safety standards and have implemented all necessary&nbsp; improvements.&nbsp; We have also appointed a consultant to oversee our food safety management systems and support the day-to-day operation of the business.</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> &nbsp;</p>”
Who decides the rating?
Liverpool Council inspects Matou Asian Restaurant 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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Is this your business?
A rating of 0 is public, and most customers look. Only 18% of people say they would order from a business rated 2 or below, against 94% from one rated 4. Delivery platforms may decline to list you.
We cannot change this rating, and nor can you. It was set by an environmental health officer at Liverpool, and it stands until they inspect again. What you can do:
- Fix what the inspector found, then ask the council for a re-inspection. Most charge between £120 and £316, and will not re-visit within three months of the original inspection.
- If you believe the rating is simply wrong, you have 21 days from being notified to appeal to the council. That is 21 calendar days, not working days.
- You may submit a right to reply at any time. It is published alongside the rating, here, and on the FSA's own site.
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