The ratings reflect the standards of food hygiene found on the date of the inspection by the local authority.
It is not a guide to food quality but based on a variety of different components, such as how food is handled in preparation, cooking, reheating and storage.
Inspectors also look at the cleanliness, layout and structure of the building when it comes to lighting, ventilation and how it is managed. A 5-star rating means hygiene standards are very good, while 0 means urgent improvement is required. One stars mean major improvement is necessary.
We previously listed 20 Birmingham venues with zero star ratings which you can see here: Zero star Birmingham ratings.
These are the Birmingham establishments rated with the lowly one stars in April and May 2024
5. Admas at Unit 3, 136-150 Soho Hill
Admas at Unit 3, 136-150 Soho Hill, Birmingham; rated on April 18 | Google
6. Slemani Restaurant (Sulaymaniyah) at 262 High Street
Rated 1: Slemani Restaurant (Sulaymaniyah) at 262 High Street, Erdington, Birmingham; rated on April 19 Photo: National World
7. African Village Restaurant, Lozells
African Village Restaurant, a restaurant, cafe or canteen at 2 Barker Street, Birmingham was handed a one-out-of-five rating after assessment on April 24. | Google
8. Boopathi's Restaurant at 84 Bandywood Road, Kingstanding
Rated 1: Boopathi's Restaurant at 84 Bandywood Road, Birmingham; rated on April 25 | Google Photo: National World