Food Hygiene Results in Midlothian

677 food businesses inspected under the Scottish Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS). 90.2% have a Pass result.

677
Businesses
550
Pass
60
Improvement Required
90.2%
Pass Rate

Inspection results

Pass90.2%550
Improvement Required9.8%60
Pass & Eat Safe0.0%0

Business types

Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen17826.3%
Retailers - other9914.6%
Caring Premises9413.9%
Other catering premises578.4%
Takeaway/sandwich shop507.4%
Pub/bar/nightclub436.4%
Manufacturers/packers416.1%
School/college/university416.1%

Food hygiene in Midlothian 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.

Midlothian has 677 registered food businesses. Of these, 550 have received a Pass result, while 60 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
Baguette ExpressEH20 9REImprovement RequiredJan 22, 2026
Bilston Post Office and NewsagentsEH25 9SEImprovement RequiredJan 19, 2026
Bombay LoungeEH22 1AZImprovement RequiredJul 31, 2025
Bonnyrigg After School Club BASCEH19 3HRImprovement RequiredDec 15, 2025
Bonnyrigg PlaygroupImprovement RequiredMar 01, 2023
Boxed Fresh LimitedEH18 1AZImprovement RequiredJun 06, 2025
Chilli & OnionEH22 5PGImprovement RequiredJan 13, 2026
Cornet Catering (GGC) LimitedEH26 0RDImprovement RequiredSep 05, 2025
Cost-u-LessEH20 9LEImprovement RequiredJan 17, 2023
Cuiken InnEH26 8NWImprovement RequiredJul 16, 2024
Dalkeith SupermarketEH22 1AYImprovement RequiredOct 04, 2024
Dani's Takeway LtdEH19 2LNImprovement RequiredJun 16, 2025
Dell's KitchenImprovement RequiredNov 13, 2025
El Dorado TaqueriaEH25 9REImprovement RequiredDec 18, 2025
Elyon's KitchenEH25Improvement RequiredJul 18, 2025

Frequently asked questions

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

There are currently 550 food businesses in Midlothian 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 Midlothian?+

'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 Midlothian?+

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