The Bank
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Bank is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Bank, Old George Street, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 2TG, in the Plymouth City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Plymouth City oversees 1,873 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Plymouth City is 4.6 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- The Bank, Old George Street, Plymouth, Devon
- Postcode
- PL1 2TG
- Local Authority
- Plymouth City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 117778
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Bank?
The Bank has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Plymouth City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was The Bank last inspected?
The Bank was last inspected on 2025-08-27. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is The Bank located?
The Bank is located at The Bank, Old George Street, Plymouth, Devon , PL1 2TG, in the Plymouth City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PL1 postcode area.