Food Hygiene Results in West Lothian

1,124 food businesses inspected under the Scottish Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS). 97.6% have a Pass result.

1,124
Businesses
889
Pass
22
Improvement Required
97.6%
Pass Rate

Inspection results

Pass97.6%889
Improvement Required2.4%22
Pass & Eat Safe0.0%0

Business types

Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen24822.1%
Retailers - other22119.7%
Takeaway/sandwich shop18516.5%
Caring Premises13812.3%
School/college/university877.7%
Mobile caterer827.3%
Pub/bar/nightclub504.4%
Retailers - supermarkets/hyper393.5%

Food hygiene in West Lothian 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.

West Lothian has 1,124 registered food businesses. Of these, 889 have received a Pass result, while 22 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
A-Z Falside Mini MarketEH48 2DSImprovement RequiredNov 12, 2024
Armadale Superstores LtdEH48 3HXImprovement RequiredNov 19, 2025
Che Zee O Piri PiriEH48 3PZImprovement RequiredDec 16, 2025
Day TodayEH47 0QXImprovement RequiredDec 04, 2017
Dewar Family ButchersEH55 8EYImprovement RequiredFeb 11, 2026
DnisiEH48 1PAImprovement RequiredJan 30, 2026
Dragon HingEH54 8BEImprovement RequiredFeb 10, 2026
Euro Scot SupermarketEH48 4EZImprovement RequiredMay 19, 2025
Fairfield Filling Station (garage shop)EH52 5BQImprovement RequiredNov 06, 2019
Hop N ShopEH48 1NGImprovement RequiredJan 18, 2022
Keystore MoreEH48 3EPImprovement RequiredFeb 09, 2026
Mamas MunchiesEH54 6FFImprovement RequiredJul 30, 2025
Morton Clay TargetsEH53 0JTImprovement RequiredDec 19, 2025
Pablo's FryEH48 3QBImprovement RequiredMar 05, 2025
Peri Peri Chunky ChickenEH48 3JAImprovement RequiredFeb 11, 2025

Frequently asked questions

How many food businesses in West Lothian have a Pass rating?+

There are currently 889 food businesses in West Lothian 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 West Lothian?+

'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 West Lothian?+

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