Amber Star food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · South Lanarkshire
Amber Star was told improvement was required at its most recent inspection. Under Scotland's scheme that means the inspector found the takeaway fell short of the legal standard and expects it to put things right.
The rating: Improvement required
The rating dates from 20 November 2025, 7 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: 68 Thornton Road, Kirkmuirhill, ML11 9QE
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Amber Star, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allan Alexander McLeod Craft Butchers Retailers - other | at this address | Pass | 20 November 2025 |
| Kirkmuirhill Pharmacy Ltd Retailers - other | at this address | Pass | 18 December 2017 |
| Thornton Road Community Centre Other catering premises | at this address | Pass | 4 December 2019 |
| Usave Retailers - other | at this address | Pass | 30 October 2018 |
| The Deli Takeaway/sandwich shop | 9 yards away | Pass | 19 January 2026 |
| Red Leaf Takeaway/sandwich shop | 13 yards away | Pass | 19 May 2026 |
| Kirkmuirhill Inn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 27 yards away | Pass | 2 February 2024 |
| Quintiliani's Takeaway/sandwich shop | 43 yards away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Amber Star
What is Amber Star's food hygiene rating?
Amber Star does not have a numeric food hygiene rating. Its current status is "Improvement required".
When was Amber Star last inspected?
Amber Star was last inspected on 20 November 2025, 7 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Lanarkshire Council rather than by the business.
Who decides the rating?
South Lanarkshire Council inspects Amber Star 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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