Minxy's Sweets food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Torridge
Minxy's Sweets 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 13 September 2018, more than 7 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 - 2 Butchers Row, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2DX
How it compares in Torridge
That puts Minxy's Sweets among the 581 places in Torridge holding top marks, 86% 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 | 581 | 86% | ← Minxy's Sweets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 59 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 24 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 94 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 Minxy's Sweets 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 Minxy's Sweets, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devonshire Cork & Vine Retailers - other | 7 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2025 |
| Jack In The Box Catering Takeaway/sandwich shop | 20 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2025 |
| Chef Duet Catering Co. Other catering premises | 112 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 July 2025 |
| By The Ford Butchers And Deli Retailers - other | 139 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2026 |
| Deluxe Steak House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 139 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2026 |
| Gurkha Bideford Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 142 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 September 2024 |
| Blackwells Pasties Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 164 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 March 2025 |
| Deanies Delights Retailers - other | 170 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2025 |
Questions about Minxy's Sweets
What is Minxy's Sweets's food hygiene rating?
Minxy's Sweets has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Torridge Council on 13 September 2018.
Is Minxy's Sweets 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 Minxy's Sweets last inspected?
Minxy's Sweets was last inspected on 13 September 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Torridge Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Minxy's Sweets?
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 Minxy's Sweets compare to other places in Torridge?
86% of the 679 rated food businesses in Torridge hold the top rating of 5, and Minxy's Sweets is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Torridge Council inspects Minxy's Sweets 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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