La Buona

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-03-09
Rating changed from 4 since 2025-01-07

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
5

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

La Buona is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 10 Clifton Avenue, Billingham, TS22 5DE, in the Stockton On Tees local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 March 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Stockton On Tees oversees 1,563 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Stockton On Tees is 4.9 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. The rating has changed from 4 to 5 since 7 January 2025.

Details

Business Type
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
10 Clifton Avenue, Billingham
Postcode
TS22 5DE
Local Authority
Stockton On Tees
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
250812

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
4 2025-01-07

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of La Buona?

La Buona has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Stockton On Tees.

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 La Buona last inspected?

La Buona was last inspected on 2026-03-09. 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 La Buona located?

La Buona is located at 10 Clifton Avenue, Billingham , TS22 5DE, in the Stockton On Tees local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TS22 postcode area.