Akalya Superstore food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Birmingham
Akalya Superstore holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 21 July 2017, more than 8 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: 156 Kyrwicks Lane, Birmingham, B11 1SS
How it compares in Birmingham
That puts Akalya Superstore among the 5,380 places in Birmingham holding top marks, 66% 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 | 5,380 | 66% | ← Akalya Superstore | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 1,309 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 695 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 318 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 387 | 5% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 82 | 1% |
A further 1,866 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building 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 Akalya Superstore 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 Akalya Superstore, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al dowsary mini market Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2025 |
| Al Yemen Al Saeed Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 May 2024 |
| Alamgir Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2024 |
| Amanah Day Nursery Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2023 |
| A K Roti Handi Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 December 2024 |
| Aapke Meizban Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2025 |
| Amazonia Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2025 |
| Al-Bader Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2026 |
Questions about Akalya Superstore
What is Akalya Superstore's food hygiene rating?
Akalya Superstore has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Birmingham Council on 21 July 2017.
Is Akalya Superstore 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Akalya Superstore last inspected?
Akalya Superstore was last inspected on 21 July 2017, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Birmingham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Akalya Superstore?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "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 Akalya Superstore compare to other places in Birmingham?
66% of the 8,171 rated food businesses in Birmingham hold the top rating of 5, and Akalya Superstore is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Birmingham Council inspects Akalya Superstore 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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