The Blackbird
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The Blackbird is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Blackbird Road, Leicester, LE4 0FW, in the Leicester City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 August 2023, 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. Leicester City oversees 3,357 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Leicester City is 4.5 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Blackbird Road, Leicester
- Postcode
- LE4 0FW
- Local Authority
- Leicester City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 48597
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Blackbird?
The Blackbird has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Leicester City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 The Blackbird last inspected?
The Blackbird was last inspected on 2023-08-23. 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 The Blackbird located?
The Blackbird is located at Blackbird Road, Leicester , LE4 0FW, in the Leicester City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LE4 postcode area.