Two-star Michelin restaurant in Wales handed one-star hygiene rating

The Guardian - World News Public HealthNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Bethan McKernan Wales correspondentJanuary 14, 2026 at 11:49 PM

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Ynyshir, a two-Michelin-star restaurant in Wales, received a one-star hygiene rating following a Food Standards Agency inspection on November 5th. The low rating, indicating "major improvement" is necessary, stemmed from concerns about the restaurant's use of raw and aged ingredients, according to chef patron Gareth Ward. Ward stated that the restaurant uses sashimi-grade fish and has invested in specialized equipment, including a £50,000 freezer, to ensure food safety. Independent testing of the restaurant's fish found no issues. While acknowledging some paperwork errors and installing an additional hand-washing station, Ward expressed disappointment but not embarrassment, asserting the restaurant maintains high standards. Ynyshir has requested a reinspection.

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The restaurant has requested a reinspection.

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Ynyshir employs a specialist compliance company to address food safety.

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Chef Gareth Ward said the one-star rating was due to inspectors' concerns about the use of raw and aged ingredients.

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Ynyshir restaurant received a one-star hygiene rating after a Food Standards Agency inspection on November 5.

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Ynyshir scored one out of five, meaning 'major improvement' is necessary.

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Northern Ireland 30% Japan 30% BBC 30% Eryri National Park 40% Machynlleth 50% Food Standards Agency (FSA) 60% Wales ×270% Gareth Ward ×380% Ynyshir ×690%

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