Big Al's Snack Attack

Big Al's Snack Attack is a mobile caterer located at Lay By, Allington Way, Lorry Park, Opposite Magnet Factory, in the Darlington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. 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. 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. 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.