Food Hygiene Results in Fife

4,912 food businesses inspected under the Scottish Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS). 97.6% have a Pass result.

4,912
Businesses
4,027
Pass
100
Improvement Required
97.6%
Pass Rate

Inspection results

Pass96.7%3,992
Improvement Required2.4%100
Pass & Eat Safe0.8%35

Business types

Other catering premises98320.0%
Retailers - other89518.2%
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen69814.2%
Takeaway/sandwich shop4479.1%
Pub/bar/nightclub3978.1%
Mobile caterer3887.9%
School/college/university3627.4%
Caring Premises2605.3%

Food hygiene in Fife is assessed under the Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS), which is used in Scotland instead of the 0-5 numerical rating used in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Under the FHIS, businesses receive one of two outcomes: 'Pass', meaning the business meets food hygiene standards, or 'Improvement Required', meaning the business needs to make changes to comply. Some businesses may also receive a 'Pass and Eat Safe' award, indicating consistently high standards.

Fife has 4,912 registered food businesses. Of these, 4,027 have received a Pass result, while 100 have been told improvement is required. Environmental health officers from the local council carry out inspections, assessing how food is handled, prepared, and stored, the physical condition of the premises, and how food safety is managed by the business.

Scottish food businesses are legally required to display their FHIS result. If you see an 'Improvement Required' notice, the business must take action before their next inspection. You can check the latest status of any food business on the Food Standards Scotland website.

Data last updated: March 14, 2026

Establishments requiring improvement

NameAddressRatingDate
828KY11 1LGImprovement RequiredApr 20, 2016
A One Pizza And KebabKY8 5JZImprovement RequiredMay 27, 2025
Aikmans Bar-BistroKY16 9UXImprovement RequiredFeb 04, 2025
Aladdin TandooriKY7 4URImprovement RequiredNov 04, 2025
Albany HotelKY16 9AHImprovement RequiredJun 17, 2024
Aye CandyKY3 9AEImprovement RequiredJul 25, 2023
B @ Mad MacImprovement RequiredFeb 09, 2026
Balcurvie NurseryKY8 5DYImprovement RequiredMay 25, 2017
Balcurvie Primary SchoolKY8 5DYImprovement RequiredNov 26, 2018
Balmullo NurseryKY16 0DHImprovement RequiredJun 11, 2019
Baltic DelicatessenKY1 1JLImprovement RequiredDec 06, 2017
Boss's KitchenKY8 3BTImprovement RequiredJan 06, 2026
Breakfast Cafe - Kirkcaldy North PrimaryKY2 5AYImprovement RequiredJan 27, 2017
Bubaloos Childcare Centre (Vacant Premise)KY9 1AFImprovement RequiredJun 07, 2017
Buckhaven NurseryKY8 1JZImprovement RequiredNov 19, 2019

Frequently asked questions

How many food businesses in Fife have a Pass rating?+

There are currently 4,027 food businesses in Fife with a Pass result under the Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS), meaning they meet the required food hygiene standards.

What does 'Improvement Required' mean in Fife?+

'Improvement Required' under the Scottish FHIS means the food business did not fully meet food hygiene standards at the time of inspection. The business must take action to address the issues found. This is different from the 0-5 rating used in England and Wales. The business will be re-inspected to check that improvements have been made.

How often are food businesses inspected in Fife?+

In Scotland, food business inspection frequency is risk-based. Businesses with an 'Improvement Required' result will be re-inspected sooner, typically within a few months. Businesses with a Pass result and good track record may be inspected every 1-3 years depending on the type and risk level of the business.

Data from official government food safety agencies