Al Forno
Al Forno is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 81 Skinnergate, DARLINGTON, DL3 7LX, in the Darlington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Darlington oversees 925 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Darlington is 4.8 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 81 Skinnergate, DARLINGTON
- Postcode
- DL3 7LX
- Local Authority
- Darlington
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 479215
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Al Forno?
Al Forno has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Darlington.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Al Forno last inspected?
Al Forno was last inspected on 2025-11-18. 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 Al Forno located?
Al Forno is located at 81 Skinnergate, DARLINGTON , DL3 7LX, in the Darlington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DL3 postcode area.