Hygienic food handling
Very goodIncludes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
The Merchant food hygiene rating
Food hygiene rating
Rated by Brentwood
Very good
The highest rating available under the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme.
At a glance
The Merchant in Brentwood currently has a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very good). The latest published inspection was carried out on 3 June 2025. The Merchant is registered as a Pub/bar/nightclub and is located at 125 - 127 High Street, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4RX.
About this information
Ratings are supplied by the relevant local authority. Details may change between inspections or before updated records are published.
Latest inspection
3 June 2025
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
There are no earlier dated inspection records available to compare with the latest published rating for The Merchant.
| Inspection date | Rating | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 June 2025 | 5 | Very good | Current |
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