Zacks American Candy

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-11-13

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Zacks American Candy is a mobile caterer located at 45 North Road, Boldon Colliery, Tyne & Wear, NE35 9AX, in the South Tyneside local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — 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. 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Mobile caterer
Address
45 North Road, Boldon Colliery, Tyne & Wear
Postcode
NE35 9AX
Local Authority
South Tyneside
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1890613

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Zacks American Candy?

Zacks American Candy has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by South Tyneside.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a mobile caterer?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Zacks American Candy last inspected?

Zacks American Candy was last inspected on 2025-11-13. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Zacks American Candy improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Zacks American Candy located?

Zacks American Candy is located at 45 North Road, Boldon Colliery, Tyne & Wear , NE35 9AX, in the South Tyneside local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE35 postcode area.