The Tarka Line Grill
Improvement necessary. Last inspection 12 March 2026.
Quick facts
- The Tarka Line Grill scored 2/5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme , last inspected 12 March 2026.
- Verdict: Improvement necessary.
- Classified as restaurant/cafe/canteen in Mid Devon.
- Inspected by Mid Devon Environmental Health.
Local authority: Mid Devon · council website ↗
Improvement necessary at last inspection.
The inspector observed problems that need correcting. Expect a follow-up visit. A 2 often indicates either a structural issue (e.g., pest control) or a management gap (e.g., training).
Classified as a sit-down food business. This inspection is fresh, so the picture here should still reflect current practice. Display is voluntary in England, which is why low scorers often skip the window sticker.
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What people ask about The Tarka Line Grill.
What is The Tarka Line Grill's FSA hygiene rating?
The Tarka Line Grill scored 2 out of 5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme at its last inspection on 12 March 2026. This rating reflects the hygiene standards observed on that day and comes directly from the FSA open dataset.
When was The Tarka Line Grill last inspected?
The last Food Standards Agency inspection published for The Tarka Line Grill was on 12 March 2026, 2 months ago. The FSA recommends re-inspection every 6 to 24 months depending on risk profile.
Is The Tarka Line Grill required to display its hygiene rating?
No, displaying the rating sticker is voluntary in England. Many low-rated venues choose not to.
Is it safe to eat at The Tarka Line Grill?
The Tarka Line Grill's last FSA inspection identified hygiene standards requiring improvement. A low score reflects issues observed on that inspection day, not necessarily current conditions. Many venues improve rapidly between inspections. For up-to-date status, verify with the Food Standards Agency directly and consider checking the venue's local authority.
How does The Tarka Line Grill compare to other venues in Mid Devon?
The Tarka Line Grill's rating can be compared against other restaurants, pubs, takeaways and cafes in Mid Devon on the dedicated Mid Devon aggregate page, which shows the citywide average, the best-rated venues and the ones rated 0 or 1.
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Edited by James Thornton, Food Safety & Regulation editor.
Page last refreshed 14 April 2026. FSA inspection of record dated 12 March 2026. Reviewed against FSA primary sources.
Data sourced directly from the Food Standards Agency under the Open Government Licence v3.0. RatingCafe does not modify scores, only surfaces them. Full methodology.