Beity Lebanese Restaurant on Southampton’s High Street has fallen short of what many diners expect when it comes to food safety. During its most recent inspection on 17 April 2025, the restaurant was given a hygiene rating of just 3 out of 5 by the Food Standards Agency—a score that research shows is unlikely to reassure cautious customers, with most now seeking only venues rated 4 or 5.
A closer look at the inspection report reveals the reasons behind the middling grade. While the restaurant managed to achieve a “good” mark for hygienic food handling—including preparation, cooking, reheating, and storage—other areas dragged its rating down. Inspectors found the cleanliness and condition of Beity’s facilities to be merely “generally satisfactory,” raising questions about the upkeep of the building, adequacy of ventilation, and pest control measures. The management of food safety also received a “generally satisfactory” score, indicating that while basic checks were in place and staff had some awareness of standards, inspectors lacked full confidence that food safety would consistently be maintained.
For a restaurant operating in a city where diners have become increasingly aware of hygiene ratings, a score of 3 is hardly a selling point. It suggests the basics are covered, but not much more. Customers seeking peace of mind about where they eat may want to look elsewhere until Beity Restaruant Southampton improves its standards and achieves a higher rating.Open as Document
