The House of McDonnell
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The House of McDonnell is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 71 Castle Street, Ballycastle, BT54 6AS, in the Causeway Coast and Glens local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 February 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. Causeway Coast and Glens oversees 1,457 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Causeway Coast and Glens is 4.8 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
- 71 Castle Street, Ballycastle
- Postcode
- BT54 6AS
- Local Authority
- Causeway Coast and Glens
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1777410
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The House of McDonnell?
The House of McDonnell has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Causeway Coast and Glens.
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 House of McDonnell last inspected?
The House of McDonnell was last inspected on 2025-02-26. 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 House of McDonnell located?
The House of McDonnell is located at 71 Castle Street, Ballycastle , BT54 6AS, in the Causeway Coast and Glens local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT54 postcode area.