The Riverside Kiosk food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · New Forest
The Riverside Kiosk 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 17 August 2023, more than 3 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.
93% of rated food businesses in New Forest score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all New Forest ratings →
Address: Fordingbridge Sports Club, Ringwood Road, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AN
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These food businesses close to this one were rated 0 to 2 at their last inspection, the lowest ratings. Tap any to see why.
How it compares in New Forest
That puts The Riverside Kiosk among the 1,172 places in New Forest holding top marks, 81% 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 | 1,172 | 81% | ← The Riverside Kiosk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 177 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 68 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 19 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 146 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 Riverside Kiosk 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 Riverside Kiosk, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 202 yards away | 4 - Good | 24 June 2025 |
| The George Pub/bar/nightclub | 202 yards away | 4 - Good | 25 July 2026 |
| Fordingbridge Service Station Retailers - other | 257 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2014 |
| Fordingbridge Bowling Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 284 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 July 2021 |
| J&D'S Sandwich Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | 291 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| The Green Gram Retailers - other | 308 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2024 |
| Fordingbridge Tea Room Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 315 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 September 2024 |
| PRS Charity Takeaway/sandwich shop | 315 yards away | Exempt |
Questions about The Riverside Kiosk
What is The Riverside Kiosk's food hygiene rating?
The Riverside Kiosk has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by New Forest Council on 17 August 2023.
Is The Riverside Kiosk 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 The Riverside Kiosk last inspected?
The Riverside Kiosk was last inspected on 17 August 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by New Forest Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Riverside Kiosk?
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 Riverside Kiosk compare to other places in New Forest?
81% of the 1,441 rated food businesses in New Forest hold the top rating of 5, and The Riverside Kiosk is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
New Forest Council inspects The Riverside Kiosk 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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The Riverside Kiosk is one of 92 rated food businesses in Fordingbridge. See every hygiene rating in Fordingbridge →
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