Food Hygiene Results in Midlothian

671 food businesses inspected under the Scottish Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS). 89.9% have a Pass result.

671
Businesses
544
Pass
61
Improvement Required
89.9%
Pass Rate

Inspection results

Pass89.9%544
Improvement Required10.1%61
Pass & Eat Safe0.0%0

Business types

Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen17826.5%
Retailers - other9914.8%
Caring Premises9313.9%
Other catering premises588.6%
Takeaway/sandwich shop456.7%
Pub/bar/nightclub426.3%
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 671 registered food businesses. Of these, 544 have received a Pass result, while 61 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.

Source snapshot retrieved: July 26, 2026. Ratings may have changed since retrieval; verify with the linked authority.

Establishments requiring improvement

NameAddressRatingDate
A Wahlberg & SonsEH37 5PZImprovement RequiredMar 20, 2026
Beijing BanquetEH22 1PJImprovement RequiredMay 27, 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
Brunch BoxEH26 8ATImprovement RequiredJun 18, 2026
Chilli & OnionEH22 5PGImprovement RequiredJan 13, 2026
Coffee Bake HouseEH20 9REImprovement RequiredMay 18, 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
Dell's KitchenEH19 3JQImprovement RequiredMar 11, 2026
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?+

The source snapshot contains 544 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