Growing Links CIC food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Cornwall
Growing Links CIC 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 8 April 2024, more than 2 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: 1 Guildhall Road, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2QZ
How it compares in Cornwall
That puts Growing Links CIC among the 4,461 places in Cornwall holding top marks, 85% 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 | 4,461 | 85% | ← Growing Links CIC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 522 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 212 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 42 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 38 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 51 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 Very 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 Growing Links CIC 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 Growing Links CIC, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alverne Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 94 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2025 |
| New Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 134 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 November 2025 |
| Chan's Oriental Food & Products Retailers - other | 139 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2024 |
| Loafs Bakery Retailers - other | 141 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 July 2025 |
| Causeway Express Retailers - other | 155 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2025 |
| Cornish Hen Retailers - other | 192 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 March 2025 |
| Napoli Bar Pz Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 211 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2026 |
| Modern Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 229 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2025 |
Questions about Growing Links CIC
What is Growing Links CIC's food hygiene rating?
Growing Links CIC has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cornwall Council on 8 April 2024.
Is Growing Links CIC 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 Growing Links CIC last inspected?
Growing Links CIC was last inspected on 8 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cornwall Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Growing Links CIC?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Growing Links CIC compare to other places in Cornwall?
85% of the 5,277 rated food businesses in Cornwall hold the top rating of 5, and Growing Links CIC is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cornwall Council inspects Growing Links CIC 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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