Overview
- An FSA inspection on November 5 rated Ynyshir one out of five, citing major improvement needed in food safety management and noting facility cleanliness issues, with food handling judged generally satisfactory.
- Gareth Ward disputed the assessment, saying officers questioned imported sashimi-grade fish and salt-ageing practices central to his Japanese-influenced menu.
- Following the visit, the restaurant sent fish for independent laboratory testing that it says returned clear results.
- Ynyshir reports installing an extra hand-wash sink, tightening paperwork, engaging compliance support, and requesting an early reinspection, which has not yet been scheduled.
- Ceredigion County Council says it stands by its inspectors’ professional judgment under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme, which requires urgent improvements at low-scoring venues.