The Copper Box Arena food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Hackney
The Copper Box Arena 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 20 July 2021, more than 4 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: Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Eastway, Hackney, E20 3BS
How it compares in Hackney
That puts The Copper Box Arena among the 1,470 places in Hackney 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 | 1,470 | 66% | ← The Copper Box Arena | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 422 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 215 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 78 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 395 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 The Copper Box Arena 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 The Copper Box Arena, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4Degrees C Ltd Distributors/Transporters | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 March 2025 |
| Adagio Aparthotel Stratford Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 May 2021 |
| All Star Lanes - Unit LC01 (Bowling Alley) Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 August 2024 |
| 46b Espresso Hut Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2025 |
| AGBO SABA FOODS Cash & Carry Limited Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 November 2024 |
| Accent Catering Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 July 2025 |
| Akdeniz Artisan Bakery Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2024 |
| Ahmed Grocery Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2024 |
Questions about The Copper Box Arena
What is The Copper Box Arena's food hygiene rating?
The Copper Box Arena has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hackney Council on 20 July 2021.
Is The Copper Box Arena 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 The Copper Box Arena last inspected?
The Copper Box Arena was last inspected on 20 July 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hackney Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Copper Box Arena?
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 The Copper Box Arena compare to other places in Hackney?
66% of the 2,218 rated food businesses in Hackney hold the top rating of 5, and The Copper Box Arena is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hackney Council inspects The Copper Box Arena 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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