Vice City Bar & Club
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Vice City Bar & Club is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 5 North Seaton Road, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 0AF, in the Northumberland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 November 2023, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Northumberland oversees 3,530 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Northumberland is 4.9 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 5 North Seaton Road, Ashington, Northumberland
- Postcode
- NE63 0AF
- Local Authority
- Northumberland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 288803
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Vice City Bar & Club?
Vice City Bar & Club has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Northumberland.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Vice City Bar & Club last inspected?
Vice City Bar & Club was last inspected on 2023-11-17. 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 Vice City Bar & Club 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 Vice City Bar & Club located?
Vice City Bar & Club is located at 5 North Seaton Road, Ashington, Northumberland , NE63 0AF, in the Northumberland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE63 postcode area.