Papillon food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Charnwood
Papillon holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 23 February 2023, more than 3 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: 723 Melton Road, LE4 8ED
How it compares in Charnwood
That puts Papillon among the 1,052 places in Charnwood holding top marks, 80% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 1,052 | 80% | ← Papillon | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 164 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 72 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 176 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very good
- How well they manage food safety Very good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Papillon none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Papillon, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benos Stores Retailers - other | 328 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2023 |
| BJ's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 January 2024 |
| Birstall United Social Football Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| 3 Kilns Pub Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2025 |
| Aaron Lodge Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 March 2024 |
| Birstall Food Hub at St. Theresa's Church Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2023 |
| Birstall Rainbow Nursery Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2026 |
| Birstall Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2023 |
Questions about Papillon
What is Papillon's food hygiene rating?
Papillon has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Charnwood Council on 23 February 2023.
Is Papillon safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Papillon last inspected?
Papillon was last inspected on 23 February 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Charnwood Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Papillon?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Papillon compare to other places in Charnwood?
80% of the 1,319 rated food businesses in Charnwood hold the top rating of 5, and Papillon is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Charnwood Council inspects Papillon and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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