The Hot Stop
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Hot Stop is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at M I Dickson Ltd, Heddon Way, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE34 0NT, in the South Tyneside local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 December 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. South Tyneside oversees 1,060 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Tyneside is 4.6 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
- M I Dickson Ltd, Heddon Way, South Shields, Tyne & Wear
- Postcode
- NE34 0NT
- Local Authority
- South Tyneside
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1678130
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Hot Stop?
The Hot Stop has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by South Tyneside.
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 The Hot Stop last inspected?
The Hot Stop was last inspected on 2025-12-11. 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 Hot Stop located?
The Hot Stop is located at M I Dickson Ltd, Heddon Way, South Shields, Tyne & Wear , NE34 0NT, in the South Tyneside local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE34 postcode area.