Hygienic food handling
Very goodIncludes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
The Royal Oak food hygiene rating
Food hygiene rating
Rated by Braintree
Good
Hygiene standards were good when this business was inspected.
At a glance
The Royal Oak in Braintree currently has a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The latest published inspection was carried out on 6 August 2026. The Royal Oak is registered as a Pub/bar/nightclub and is located at 58 High Street, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2JG.
About this information
Ratings are supplied by the relevant local authority. Details may change between inspections or before updated records are published.
Latest inspection
6 August 2026
Inspectors consider how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises and how effectively the business manages food safety.
Includes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
Covers the cleanliness, layout, lighting, ventilation and condition of the premises.
Considers staff knowledge, checks, records and confidence that standards will be maintained.
Previous records
The Royal Oak currently has a food hygiene rating of 4, compared with a rating of 5 at its previous recorded inspection.
| Inspection date | Rating | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 August 2026 | 4 | Good | Current |
| 22 August 2023 | 5 | Very good | Previous |
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