Fox And Hounds food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Leeds
Fox And Hounds holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 24 April 2001, more than 25 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: 286 High Street, Boston Spa, Wetherby, LS23 6AJ
How it compares in Leeds
That puts Fox And Hounds among the 4,259 places in Leeds holding top marks, 75% 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 | 4,259 | 75% | ← Fox And Hounds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 1,102 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 230 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 53 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 38 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 1,711 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 Good
- How well they manage food safety 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 Fox And Hounds 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 Fox And Hounds, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin House Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
| Boston Spa Methodist Church Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2026 |
| Super Shop Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 September 2016 |
| Boston Spa Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2025 |
| SALT Boston Spa Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2024 |
| Amor Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2025 |
| Pudding Lab Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2024 |
| The Cosy Tea Rooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2024 |
Questions about Fox And Hounds
What is Fox And Hounds's food hygiene rating?
Fox And Hounds has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Leeds Council on 24 April 2001.
Is Fox And Hounds 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Fox And Hounds last inspected?
Fox And Hounds was last inspected on 24 April 2001, more than 25 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Leeds Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Fox And Hounds?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Fox And Hounds compare to other places in Leeds?
75% of the 5,682 rated food businesses in Leeds hold the top rating of 5, and Fox And Hounds is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Leeds Council inspects Fox And Hounds 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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