North Road Fish Bar
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North Road Fish Bar is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 158 North Road, DARLINGTON, DL1 2EJ, in the Darlington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 April 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Darlington oversees 925 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Darlington is 4.8 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 158 North Road, DARLINGTON
- Postcode
- DL1 2EJ
- Local Authority
- Darlington
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1272832
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of North Road Fish Bar?
North Road Fish Bar has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Darlington.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 North Road Fish Bar last inspected?
North Road Fish Bar was last inspected on 2025-04-09. 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 North Road Fish Bar located?
North Road Fish Bar is located at 158 North Road, DARLINGTON , DL1 2EJ, in the Darlington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DL1 postcode area.