White Hart Tap
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
White Hart Tap is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The White Hart Tap The White Hart Tap Ph, 4 Keyfield Terrace, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1QJ, in the St Albans City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 July 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. St Albans City oversees 447 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in St Albans City is 4.6 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- The White Hart Tap The White Hart Tap Ph, 4 Keyfield Terrace, St Albans, Hertfordshire
- Postcode
- AL1 1QJ
- Local Authority
- St Albans City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1957533
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of White Hart Tap?
White Hart Tap has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by St Albans City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was White Hart Tap last inspected?
White Hart Tap was last inspected on 2026-07-22. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can White Hart Tap improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is White Hart Tap located?
White Hart Tap is located at The White Hart Tap The White Hart Tap Ph, 4 Keyfield Terrace, St Albans, Hertfordshire , AL1 1QJ, in the St Albans City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the AL1 postcode area.