Unique Boutique food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Lindsey
Unique Boutique 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 5 February 2020, more than 6 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: Pear Tree Cottage, 37 Main Street, Mareham le Fen Boston, PE22 7QG
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts Unique Boutique among the 1,920 places in East Lindsey holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,920 | 89% | ← Unique Boutique | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 81 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 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 Unique Boutique 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 Unique Boutique, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mareham Le Fen Primary School School/college/university | 107 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2018 |
| Harbour Light Fish & Chip Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | 324 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2025 |
| Something About Cakes Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 November 2018 |
| The Royal Oak Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2025 |
Questions about Unique Boutique
What is Unique Boutique's food hygiene rating?
Unique Boutique has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 5 February 2020.
Is Unique Boutique 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 Unique Boutique last inspected?
Unique Boutique was last inspected on 5 February 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Unique Boutique?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Unique Boutique compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,162 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and Unique Boutique is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects Unique Boutique 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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