Shandy Shack food hygiene rating
Mobile caterer · Southampton
Shandy Shack holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the mobile caterer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 19 December 2023, 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: 18 The Parkway, Southampton, SO16 3PQ
How it compares in Southampton
That puts Shandy Shack among the 1,022 places in Southampton holding top marks, 69% 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 | 1,022 | 69% | ← Shandy Shack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 277 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 146 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 23 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 217 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 Shandy Shack 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 Shandy Shack, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bassett Green Primary School School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 April 2026 |
| Bar SO16 Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2020 |
| Brewed Awakening Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2024 |
| Arlott Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 October 2018 |
| Bridge Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 May 2026 |
| Brewhouse and Kitchen - Southampton Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2024 |
| Big Belly Rude Boy'z Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 February 2025 |
| Bracken Place Day Care Nursery Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2026 |
Questions about Shandy Shack
What is Shandy Shack's food hygiene rating?
Shandy Shack has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Southampton Council on 19 December 2023.
Is Shandy Shack 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 mobile caterer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Shandy Shack last inspected?
Shandy Shack was last inspected on 19 December 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Southampton Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Shandy Shack?
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 Shandy Shack compare to other places in Southampton?
69% of the 1,491 rated food businesses in Southampton hold the top rating of 5, and Shandy Shack is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Southampton Council inspects Shandy Shack 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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