A Plymouth kebab restaurant has recently been handed a zero hygiene rating and been told that it must ensure that "major improvements" are made.

Express Halal Shawarma, located at 4 Frankfort Gate, was given the lowest rating by inspectors from Plymouth City Council when a full hygiene inspection was carried out in August 2025. However, the owner has told PlymouthLive that since the rating "a lot has changed".

Express Halal Shawarma underwent a full hygiene inspection on August 7 - and it was found that “major urgent improvement” was necessary with regards to hygienic handling of food including preparation, cooking, re-heating, cooling and storage.

"Urgent improvement" was also deemed necessary regarding the cleanliness and condition of facilities and building, but the owner says ‘bro

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