A top restaurant in the United Kingdom saw its health rating take a hit after a food inspector made a shocking discovery on its premises. The Royal Native Oyster Stores, which appeared in the Michelin guide, had its hygiene rating downgraded to two stars after an inspector stumbled on a “foul-smelling” bucket of fish waste and other concerning issues during a visit in September, the Independent reported. The inspection at the restaurant in Whitstable, on the coast of Kent, also found flies on the countertops used for food preparation, as well on the cooks’ tools. The inspector also noted a lack of food safety credentials among staff, saying pointedly, “At the time of inspection, I was unable to see any evidence of formal food safety training amongst the chefs.” Further issues included dirt caked on the cutlery trays, the crushed ice machine and other equipment. Alongside major contamination concerns, the inspector found parts of the building in disrepair, including missing ceilings and severe damage to the walls and flooring. In light of the findings, the Canterbury City Council downgraded the restaurant’s hygiene rating from five stars to a paltry two.
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