These scores were introduced to give people clear information about the hygiene standards, and paperwork, of each premises.
Local authorities carry out the inspections throughout the year.
Businesses are given a rating from 0 to 5, with the latter being the highest.
Here is what each one means:
5 – hygiene standards are very good.
4 – hygiene standards are good.
3 – hygiene standards are generally satisfactory.
2 – some improvement is necessary.
1 – major improvement is necessary.
0 – urgent improvement is required.
Here are the March food hygiene ratings for venues in Havant.
Be sure to click through all the pages in the gallery to see all the businesses.

9. Kings Arms in Emsworth - 5
The Kings Arms in Havant Road, Emsworth, received a five rating on March 2, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: -

10. Cowplain Fish Bar - 5
Cowplain Fish Bar in Hazleton Way, Waterlooville, received a five rating on March 31, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Street View

11. Sunny Garden Chinese in Havant - 5
Sunny Garden Chinese Takeaway in Park Parade, Havant, received a five rating on March 31, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Maps

12. Perfect Pizza in Havant
Perfect Pizza in Market Parade, Havant, received a five rating on March 24, according to the Food Standards Agency website. Photo: Google Maps

