When looking for a new takeaway to try, it is incredibly important to check the food hygiene rating.
The Food Standards Agency runs the food hygiene rating scheme in partnership with local authorities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Inspectors rate food venues on a scale of zero to five, with five representing ‘very good’ hygiene standards and zero outlining ‘urgent improvement’ is necessary.
The food hygiene rating is not a guide to food quality, but gives clear information about the businesses’ hygiene standards. Inspectors look at the handling of food, how food is stored, how food is prepared, the cleanliness of facilities and how food safety is managed.
So far, 34 food hygiene ratings have been published for local Leeds takeaways - excluding the big chains - that were inspected in 2026.
Here’s how they fared - from five stars to zero.


8. Central Fisheries - 5*
Central Fisheries in Garforth, was rated 5* on February 5. | Google Maps

9. Desi Sweet Centre - 3*
Desi Sweet Centre in Pudsey, was rated 3* on January 16. | Google Maps

10. DFC Takeaway - 2*
DFC Takeaway in Harehills, was rated 2* on January 19. | Google Maps

11. Douglas Caribbean Street Food - 4*
Douglas Caribbean Street Food in Harehills, was rated 4* on January 13. | navorolphotography - stock.adobe.com

12. Eastern Oven - 3*
Eastern Oven in Kirkgate, was rated 3* on January 8. | William Matthews via Google


