Bao down
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Bao down is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 113 - 114 Grainger Market Grainger Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 5QN, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 October 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 0 — 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. Newcastle Upon Tyne oversees 2,718 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newcastle Upon Tyne is 4.5 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
- 113 - 114 Grainger Market Grainger Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Postcode
- NE1 5QN
- Local Authority
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1582214
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Bao down?
Bao down has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Newcastle Upon Tyne.
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 Bao down last inspected?
Bao down was last inspected on 2025-10-17. 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 Bao down located?
Bao down is located at 113 - 114 Grainger Market Grainger Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne , NE1 5QN, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE1 postcode area.