UAE Restaurant Hygiene Inspection Grades Explained

Understanding Dubai Municipality restaurant inspection grades: A, B, C, and D ratings. What inspectors look for and how to maintain an A grade.

## The Grading System Dubai Municipality uses an A–D grading system for food establishments: - **Grade A (90–100%)** — Excellent hygiene standards, full compliance - **Grade B (75–89%)** — Good standards with minor issues - **Grade C (60–74%)** — Acceptable but with notable deficiencies requiring correction - **Grade D (Below 60%)** — Poor standards, risk of closure ## What Inspectors Check - Kitchen cleanliness and equipment maintenance - Food storage temperatures and cold chain integrity - Staff hygiene practices and health card validity - Pest control measures - Menu accuracy (calorie displays, allergen information) - Waste management and disposal procedures ## Menu-Related Inspection Points Inspectors verify that menus display calorie information correctly, that Arabic text is present, and that prices are VAT-inclusive. Digital menus are subject to the same scrutiny. ## How Qaima Helps Qaima ensures your digital menu always displays accurate calorie counts, allergen warnings, and Arabic translations — three items inspectors specifically check. A compliant menu contributes to your overall inspection score.