Shad House Tandoori Restaurant

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-02-26

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Shad House Tandoori Restaurant is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 159 Wensley Road, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen, BB2 6SS, in the Blackburn local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Blackburn oversees 1,202 registered food businesses, of which 69% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Blackburn is 4.3 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
159 Wensley Road, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen
Postcode
BB2 6SS
Local Authority
Blackburn
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
211391

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Shad House Tandoori Restaurant?

Shad House Tandoori Restaurant has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Blackburn.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Shad House Tandoori Restaurant last inspected?

Shad House Tandoori Restaurant was last inspected on 2026-02-26. 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 Shad House Tandoori Restaurant 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 Shad House Tandoori Restaurant located?

Shad House Tandoori Restaurant is located at 159 Wensley Road, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen , BB2 6SS, in the Blackburn local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BB2 postcode area.