The Very Green Grocery
Major improvement necessary. Last inspection 15 January 2026.
Quick facts
- The Very Green Grocery scored 1/5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme , last inspected 15 January 2026.
- Verdict: Major improvement necessary.
- Classified as restaurant/cafe/canteen in Cheshire West and Chester.
- Inspected by Cheshire West and Chester Environmental Health.
Local authority: Cheshire West and Chester · council website ↗
Major improvement necessary.
Serious shortcomings at the time of inspection. The FSA recommends a swift follow-up. Consumers are typically advised to check whether improvements have been confirmed.
Classified as a sit-down food business. Display is voluntary in England, which is why low scorers often skip the window sticker.
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What people ask about The Very Green Grocery.
What is The Very Green Grocery's FSA hygiene rating?
The Very Green Grocery scored 1 out of 5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme at its last inspection on 15 January 2026. This rating reflects the hygiene standards observed on that day and comes directly from the FSA open dataset.
When was The Very Green Grocery last inspected?
The last Food Standards Agency inspection published for The Very Green Grocery was on 15 January 2026, 4 months ago. The FSA recommends re-inspection every 6 to 24 months depending on risk profile.
Is The Very Green Grocery required to display its hygiene rating?
No, displaying the rating sticker is voluntary in England. Many low-rated venues choose not to.
Is it safe to eat at The Very Green Grocery?
The Very Green Grocery's last FSA inspection identified hygiene standards requiring improvement. A low score reflects issues observed on that inspection day, not necessarily current conditions. Many venues improve rapidly between inspections. For up-to-date status, verify with the Food Standards Agency directly and consider checking the venue's local authority.
How does The Very Green Grocery compare to other venues in Cheshire West and Chester?
The Very Green Grocery's rating can be compared against other restaurants, pubs, takeaways and cafes in Cheshire West and Chester on the dedicated Cheshire West and Chester aggregate page, which shows the citywide average, the best-rated venues and the ones rated 0 or 1.
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Edited by James Thornton, Food Safety & Regulation editor.
Page last refreshed 14 April 2026. FSA inspection of record dated 15 January 2026. Reviewed against FSA primary sources.
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