Topic

Cleanliness review insights for United Kingdom

Detailed Cleanliness analysis for United Kingdom.

This view focuses on Cleanliness signals in United Kingdom to help you understand what guests mention most.

Key takeaway

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Current scope

United Kingdom

Largest gap

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Confidence

31,009 reviews analyzed across 2 platforms.

Key Stats

Share of complaint snippets where this topic appears by platform.

This metric tracks topic presence in complaint snippets, not positive versus negative sentiment split.

Balance is praise minus complaint for this topic on the same platform.

Google Maps
Signal balance: +1.0pp

Complaint signal

0.7%

Praise signal

1.7%

Tripadvisor
Signal balance: +1.8pp

Complaint signal

0.5%

Praise signal

2.3%

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Context

Coverage

282 insight pages mention Cleanliness in this scope.

Signal strength

Complaint signal is 0.6% across available platforms.

Praise signal is 2.0% across available platforms.

Next step

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Cleanliness patterns usually point to operational choices that directly affect conversion and repeat visits for local businesses.

Evidence behind this topic

  • Cleanliness groups review language such as clean, cleanliness, dirty, hygiene, pests, and sanitary, so the signal stays tied to concrete guest wording rather than a generic score.
  • United Kingdom uses 31009 analyzed reviews across 2 platforms, 2 locality records, and 282 supporting insight pages for Cleanliness.
  • Google Maps has the strongest complaint signal for Cleanliness at 0.7%, compared with a measured average of 0.6% across platforms.
  • Tripadvisor has the strongest praise signal for Cleanliness at 2.3%, compared with a measured average of 2.0% across platforms.

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Top recurring drivers

These are the strongest recurring drivers behind this topic in the current scope.

Google Maps Top complaints
Absolutely unacceptable. We were served meat from the previous day, which should never happen. After we noticed it, the staff apologized and offered another sandwich with today’s meat, but that does not excuse the lack of hygiene and care in the first place. This kind of mistake puts customers’ health at risk. I won’t be coming back.
Google Maps Top complaints
Awful. Possibly the worst dining experience of my life. Would leave 0 stars if possible. We arrived at a table we highly suspect had not been cleaned and reset, owing to the fact that half of the cutlery on the table was missing and that couple that had been sat next to us had moved across from our table and had all of the items we were missing (napkins, wine glasses etc). The beef teriyaki starter we ordered was lukewarm at best, but mostly cold. We ordered a cosmopolitan which was tasteless and seasoned chips with no seasoning on them. No food checks during the meal so we had to physically find people to make aware of the problems. To top it all off, during the dessert, we ordered a creme brulee which arrived with MOULD on the raspberries. Then we were made to wait 20 minutes to pay the bill, even though the restaurant was dead Absolutely would not recommend under any circumstances
Google Maps Top praises
The vegan tan tan ramen was just perfect, amazing, everything-that's-good-in-the-world kind of good. Also the staff were so kind and friendly, and the place is cute, clean and warm.
Google Maps Top praises
A bit hidden, but thankfully we found it in this tumult that is going on in Edinburgh. The service was super friendly, the food excellent and the ambience very original and, importantly, clean!
Google Maps Top praises
Absolutely deserves 5 stars! Wingstop Edinburgh is super clean and hygienic which makes the experience even better. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, always happy to help. The food is full of flavour and tastes amazing every time. My all-time favourites of Wingstop are the Boneless Garlic Parmesan Wings and the Cheesy Fries always delicious and never disappoint.
Tripadvisor Top complaints
A frustrating experience. We visited on a busy Friday evening and had booked in advance. Our reservation was at 8.30pm to be told our table would be a while. It was 9pm before we sat down. The staff seemed overly keen to take our orders, twice we had to say could they just give us a little time to study the menu. We ordered 2 starters and poppadoms to begin. The poppadoms arrived but no starters. A half hour later, our main courses arrived, still no starters! The food was sent back and we waited another half hour! We were still eating our main meal at 11pm and it was obvious the staff wanted us out. The food was nice, not fantastic and certainly not the best Indian food we have ever eaten, the curry sauces were very ‘samey’. I would say the naan bread was delicious though. Was it good value for money, no! Was the service good, definitely some communication errors along the way, but polite non the less, was it a slick and efficient service, a definite no, it was chaotic to be honest. There seemed to be a lot of stressed waiters and waitresses! The wine, be careful, we chose the Pinot Grigio which was the most expensive White as there was little to choose from, it was like drinking grape juice and only 10% VOL, it was not a quality wine nor good value at well over £30 a bottle and no mention of proof on the wine list, which any good restaurant should highlight. Would we go back, possibly, but only if the restaurant’s owners up their game in terms of customer service and efficiency. The Ladies toilets were also filthy which was off putting to say the least! Regular checks should be put in place, to ensure guests receive a clean environment to ‘powder their noses’! Much room for improvements!
Tripadvisor Top complaints
All was going reasonably well until a mouse ran past our feet and across the restaurant. The reaction from staff was largely unapologetic. Personally, I just wanted to pay the bill and leave at this point, which I did. Our waitress did not charge me the service charge, but only after me prompting her. I’d suggest the place needs properly cleaned and a visit from Rentokil
Tripadvisor Top praises
1st time at this restaurant tonight for a family birthday celebration. Can’t fault a single thing. Staff are amazingly friendly and attentive. The food was top class, We had many different dishes and each one was distinct in flavour and cooked to perfection. Great atmosphere and very clean (including the toilets, spotlessly clean) I was pleasantly surprised at our final bill, very reasonably priced for the quantity/quality of the food and fantastic service we received, would definitely recommend a visit here and we will visit again.
Tripadvisor Top praises
A beautifully designed and clean Indian restaurant in Edinburgh with a welcoming ambience. The food was excellent, with plenty of great vegetarian options. I especially loved the Tandoori stuffed mushrooms from the starter menu. Darryl was friendly and professional, and the entire team provided attentive and friendly service.
Tripadvisor Top praises
A bistro of few tables. Cuisine with attention to ingredients and combinations. Few well-cooked dishes. Clean environment and excellent service. Pay attention to closing time. Congratulations

Representative review quotes

Representative review excerpts add operational context to the topic signals.

Google Maps Complaint quote
Awful. Possibly the worst dining experience of my life. Would leave 0 stars if possible. We arrived at a table we highly suspect had not been cleaned and reset, owing to the fact that half of the cutlery on the table was missing and that couple that had been sat next to us had moved across from our table and had all of the items we were missing (napkins, wine glasses etc). The beef teriyaki starter we ordered was lukewarm at best, but mostly cold. We ordered a cosmopolitan which was tasteless and seasoned chips with no seasoning on them. No food checks during the meal so we had to physically find people to make aware of the problems. To top it all off, during the dessert, we ordered a creme brulee which arrived with MOULD on the raspberries. Then we were made to wait 20 minutes to pay the bill, even though the restaurant was dead Absolutely would not recommend under any circumstances

Review rating: 1.0

Google Maps Praise quote
The location is great. It has a view of the National Monument. The restaurant is spotlessly clean and all the staff are smiling. I ate the classic haggis. Between potatoes and carrots. It had a very nice taste. I only felt a lack of spice. But it might be related to my own food culture. Thank you

Review rating: 4.0

Tripadvisor Complaint quote
A frustrating experience. We visited on a busy Friday evening and had booked in advance. Our reservation was at 8.30pm to be told our table would be a while. It was 9pm before we sat down. The staff seemed overly keen to take our orders, twice we had to say could they just give us a little time to study the menu. We ordered 2 starters and poppadoms to begin. The poppadoms arrived but no starters. A half hour later, our main courses arrived, still no starters! The food was sent back and we waited another half hour! We were still eating our main meal at 11pm and it was obvious the staff wanted us out. The food was nice, not fantastic and certainly not the best Indian food we have ever eaten, the curry sauces were very ‘samey’. I would say the naan bread was delicious though. Was it good value for money, no! Was the service good, definitely some communication errors along the way, but polite non the less, was it a slick and efficient service, a definite no, it was chaotic to be honest. There seemed to be a lot of stressed waiters and waitresses! The wine, be careful, we chose the Pinot Grigio which was the most expensive White as there was little to choose from, it was like drinking grape juice and only 10% VOL, it was not a quality wine nor good value at well over £30 a bottle and no mention of proof on the wine list, which any good restaurant should highlight. Would we go back, possibly, but only if the restaurant’s owners up their game in terms of customer service and efficiency. The Ladies toilets were also filthy which was off putting to say the least! Regular checks should be put in place, to ensure guests receive a clean environment to ‘powder their noses’! Much room for improvements!

Review rating: 3.0

Tripadvisor Praise quote
A frustrating experience. We visited on a busy Friday evening and had booked in advance. Our reservation was at 8.30pm to be told our table would be a while. It was 9pm before we sat down. The staff seemed overly keen to take our orders, twice we had to say could they just give us a little time to study the menu. We ordered 2 starters and poppadoms to begin. The poppadoms arrived but no starters. A half hour later, our main courses arrived, still no starters! The food was sent back and we waited another half hour! We were still eating our main meal at 11pm and it was obvious the staff wanted us out. The food was nice, not fantastic and certainly not the best Indian food we have ever eaten, the curry sauces were very ‘samey’. I would say the naan bread was delicious though. Was it good value for money, no! Was the service good, definitely some communication errors along the way, but polite non the less, was it a slick and efficient service, a definite no, it was chaotic to be honest. There seemed to be a lot of stressed waiters and waitresses! The wine, be careful, we chose the Pinot Grigio which was the most expensive White as there was little to choose from, it was like drinking grape juice and only 10% VOL, it was not a quality wine nor good value at well over £30 a bottle and no mention of proof on the wine list, which any good restaurant should highlight. Would we go back, possibly, but only if the restaurant’s owners up their game in terms of customer service and efficiency. The Ladies toilets were also filthy which was off putting to say the least! Regular checks should be put in place, to ensure guests receive a clean environment to ‘powder their noses’! Much room for improvements!

Review rating: 3.0

Evidence from source analysis

These snippets come from aggregated analysis text and highlight recurring language tied to this topic.

Google Maps Complaint signal
Absolutely unacceptable. We were served meat from the previous day, which should never happen. After we noticed it, the staff apologized and offered another sandwich with today’s meat, but that does not excuse the lack of hygiene and care in the first place. This kind of mistake puts customers’ health at risk. I won’t be coming back.

Signal: 0.0%

Google Maps Complaint signal
Awful. Possibly the worst dining experience of my life. Would leave 0 stars if possible. We arrived at a table we highly suspect had not been cleaned and reset, owing to the fact that half of the cutlery on the table was missing and that couple that had been sat next to us had moved across from our table and had all of the items we were missing (napkins, wine glasses etc). The beef teriyaki starter we ordered was lukewarm at best, but mostly cold. We ordered a cosmopolitan which was tasteless and seasoned chips with no seasoning on them. No food checks during the meal so we had to physically find people to make aware of the problems. To top it all off, during the dessert, we ordered a creme brulee which arrived with MOULD on the raspberries. Then we were made to wait 20 minutes to pay the bill, even though the restaurant was dead Absolutely would not recommend under any circumstances

Signal: 0.0%

Google Maps Praise signal
The vegan tan tan ramen was just perfect, amazing, everything-that's-good-in-the-world kind of good. Also the staff were so kind and friendly, and the place is cute, clean and warm.

Signal: 0.0%

Google Maps Praise signal
A bit hidden, but thankfully we found it in this tumult that is going on in Edinburgh. The service was super friendly, the food excellent and the ambience very original and, importantly, clean!

Signal: 0.0%

Google Maps Praise signal
Absolutely deserves 5 stars! Wingstop Edinburgh is super clean and hygienic which makes the experience even better. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, always happy to help. The food is full of flavour and tastes amazing every time. My all-time favourites of Wingstop are the Boneless Garlic Parmesan Wings and the Cheesy Fries always delicious and never disappoint.

Signal: 0.0%

Tripadvisor Complaint signal
A frustrating experience. We visited on a busy Friday evening and had booked in advance. Our reservation was at 8.30pm to be told our table would be a while. It was 9pm before we sat down. The staff seemed overly keen to take our orders, twice we had to say could they just give us a little time to study the menu. We ordered 2 starters and poppadoms to begin. The poppadoms arrived but no starters. A half hour later, our main courses arrived, still no starters! The food was sent back and we waited another half hour! We were still eating our main meal at 11pm and it was obvious the staff wanted us out. The food was nice, not fantastic and certainly not the best Indian food we have ever eaten, the curry sauces were very ‘samey’. I would say the naan bread was delicious though. Was it good value for money, no! Was the service good, definitely some communication errors along the way, but polite non the less, was it a slick and efficient service, a definite no, it was chaotic to be honest. There seemed to be a lot of stressed waiters and waitresses! The wine, be careful, we chose the Pinot Grigio which was the most expensive White as there was little to choose from, it was like drinking grape juice and only 10% VOL, it was not a quality wine nor good value at well over £30 a bottle and no mention of proof on the wine list, which any good restaurant should highlight. Would we go back, possibly, but only if the restaurant’s owners up their game in terms of customer service and efficiency. The Ladies toilets were also filthy which was off putting to say the least! Regular checks should be put in place, to ensure guests receive a clean environment to ‘powder their noses’! Much room for improvements!

Signal: 0.0%

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Reviews analyzed

31,009

Platforms covered

2

Last update

June 22, 2026

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