Moby Dick

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-04-30

Moby Dick is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 1 Church Street, Shirley, Southampton, SO15 5LG, in the Southampton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 April 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Southampton oversees 1,487 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Southampton 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
1 Church Street, Shirley, Southampton
Postcode
SO15 5LG
Local Authority
Southampton
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
219518

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Moby Dick?

Moby Dick has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Southampton.

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 Moby Dick last inspected?

Moby Dick was last inspected on 2026-04-30. 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 Moby Dick located?

Moby Dick is located at 1 Church Street, Shirley, Southampton , SO15 5LG, in the Southampton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SO15 postcode area.