Costa Coffee, located in a former signal box at York Station, was awarded one star out of five, meaning it “requires significant improvement”, after an inspection by York City Council inspectors on August 12.
The city council has refused to release details of the inspection as it could jeopardize any future action in the wake of the current investigation.
However, some details of the inspection are published on the Food Standards Agency website.
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The website reports that hygienic handling of food is “generally satisfactory.”
Similarly, the cleanliness and condition of facilities and buildings were “generally satisfactory''.
However, in terms of food safety management, “significant improvements are needed.''
A Costa Coffee spokesperson said: “Costa Coffee takes all food hygiene ratings very seriously and is disappointed and concerned by the rating given to the Old Signal Box store in Station Road, York.
“Following the inspection, we took immediate steps to rectify our concerns. We plan to apply for a re-visit in the near future and are confident that this store will once again be rated highly upon re-inspection.” Masu.”
After submitting a freedom of information request to York City Council, the council said: 'Due to the ongoing investigation, publishing the full hygiene report at this time would compromise the council's ability to enforce the provisions of the Food Safety Act 1990. The city council believes that there is a possibility of damage.” It would undermine the council's legal duty to protect the public. ”
The statement added: “To assist you with your investigation, the full food hygiene report will be made available to you following the conclusion of the Council's investigation and subsequent action.”
This is the second time in recent years that this particular Costa has received a one-star rating. Zero is the lowest rating.
In 2018, Costa closed its venue for 24 hours to carry out a deep cleaning after health inspectors branded it “filthy”, but council inspectors later said cleanliness had “improved significantly”. ” he pointed out.
The Food Standards Agency website lists 10 Costa Coffees in York.
Outlets at York Hospital, Vangarde Way, Monks Cross Shopping Park, Eboracum Way, Parliament Street, Clifton Moor, Museum Street and Platform 8 at York Station all received the highest rating of 5, meaning 'very good' Earns a star rating.
Costa Coffee, located in the York suburb of Haxby, has a four-star rating, meaning good.
Costa Coffee in Pocklington also has a four-star rating for food hygiene.
