The Rock food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Horsham
The Rock 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 21 January 2025, 17 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: The Rock, 38 East Street, Horsham, RH12 1HL
How it compares in Horsham
That puts The Rock among the 1,053 places in Horsham holding top marks, 90% 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 | 1,053 | 90% | ← The Rock | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 129 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 The Rock 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 The Rock, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artelesi Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 22 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2024 |
| Fistik kebab Other catering premises | 29 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2024 |
| Chai Haus Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 43 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 June 2026 |
| Horsham Tandoori Takeaway/sandwich shop | 43 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2025 |
| Filippo's Italian Restaurant Pizzeria Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 54 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 August 2024 |
| Bachata Horsham LTD Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 55 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2024 |
| Kaspa's Desserts Other catering premises | 62 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2026 |
| Izmir Bar & Grill Other catering premises | 78 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2024 |
Questions about The Rock
What is The Rock's food hygiene rating?
The Rock has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Horsham Council on 21 January 2025.
Is The Rock 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 The Rock last inspected?
The Rock was last inspected on 21 January 2025, 17 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Horsham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Rock?
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 The Rock compare to other places in Horsham?
90% of the 1,173 rated food businesses in Horsham hold the top rating of 5, and The Rock is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Horsham Council inspects The Rock 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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