Fourteen restaurants and takeaways across Birmingham have been handed the lowest possible hygiene rating following recent inspections by local authorities. All establishments on this list received a score of zero, which is classified as 'urgent improvement necessary' according to the Food Standards Agency.
Understanding the Hygiene Rating System
Hygiene ratings are assessed on a scale from one to five, with any score below a three considered a fail. A rating of zero is the absolute minimum and signals that immediate action must be taken to address serious issues. Inspectors evaluate factors such as cleanliness, food preparation methods, and storage conditions during their visits.
Appeals and Future Inspections
For those businesses that fail to meet hygiene standards, it is possible to appeal against the rating. With corrective measures, they can secure a pass in future inspections. All ratings listed were accurate as of Sunday, April 5, 2026. While ratings for March are yet to be published, this analysis focuses on establishments that failed in February.
The List of Zero-Rated Establishments
Here are the 14 Birmingham restaurants and takeaways that received a zero hygiene rating in February 2026:
- Bein Cafe Ltd - 74 Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1AN. Last inspection: 17 February 2026
- Big Guyz - Revesby Walk, Birmingham, B7 4LG. Last inspection: 25 February 2026
- DFC Chicken - 106a Rookery Road, Birmingham, B21 9NN. Last inspection: 12 February 2026
- Heathway Pizza - Heathland Avenue, B34 6LS. Last inspection: 9 February 2026
- Kingfisher - Heathland Avenue, B34 6LS. Last inspection: 9 February 2026
- Panshi Deshi Restaurant - 556 Coventry Road, South Yardley, Birmingham, B10 0UN. Last inspection: 5 February 2026
- Ramen Don - Regency Wharf, Broad Street, Birmingham, B1 2DS. Last inspection: 19 February 2026
- Royal Shapla - 417 Hagley Road West, Birmingham, B32 2AD. Last inspection: 25 February 2026
- Stockland Balti - 332 Marsh Lane, Birmingham, B23 6HP. Last inspection: 25 February 2026
- Sutton Cod Spot - 5 Orphanage Road, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 9HP. Last inspection: 11 February 2026
- Taste Of Pakistan - Highgate Business Centre, Highgate Road, Birmingham, B12 8DP. Last inspection: 25 February 2026
- The Original UK Fried Chicken - 746 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, B8 3PP. Last inspection: 5 February 2026
- Top Gully Takeaway - 82 Bromford Lane, Tyburn, B24 8BY. Last inspection: 2 February 2026
- 1000 Trades - 16 Frederick Street, Birmingham, B1 3HE. Last inspection: 17 February 2026
These establishments have been instructed to make urgent improvements to their hygiene practices. The public is encouraged to stay informed about food safety standards in their local area.
