Bexley has been rated one of the best boroughs to eat out in London, according to the latest national food hygiene figures.

Over 95 per cent of grub businesses in Bexley have food hygiene ratings of 3, 4 and 5, which puts the borough as the best in London - alongside Kensington and Chelsea.

Figures are believed to have improved massively over recent months due to changes in practice, a tougher stance on non-compliant businesses and an improved visit regime.

Bexley cabinet member for community safety, environment and leisure, Councillor Peter Craske, said: “The variety of restaurants and places to eat is one of the reasons Bexley is a great place to live.

“Unseen by residents, our food safety team do a great job, inspecting premises and ensuring people can eat out in confidence.”

Despite the recent impressive news, click here to see Bexley’s restaurants that have been given the lowest food hygiene ratings.

Find out more about how the ratings work on the Food Standards Agency website.