Savona Foodservice Limited food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · North Devon
Savona Foodservice Limited holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 18 March 2019, 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: Savona Food South West, Mullacott Cross Industrial Estate, Ilfracombe, EX34 8PL
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Savona Foodservice Limited among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Savona Foodservice Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 Very 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 Savona Foodservice Limited 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 Savona Foodservice Limited, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edd's Greengrocers Ltd Distributors/Transporters | at this address | 5 - Very good | 1 December 2015 |
| Miles Fish and Chips Ltd Mobile caterer | at this address | 5 - Very good | 20 May 2024 |
| Ryan Miles Mobile Fish & Chips Mobile caterer | at this address | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2024 |
| Stoned Retailers - other | 262 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
| Swallow Barn Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2010 |
| GFD Depot Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 November 2025 |
| High Ways House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 March 2023 |
Questions about Savona Foodservice Limited
What is Savona Foodservice Limited's food hygiene rating?
Savona Foodservice Limited has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 18 March 2019.
Is Savona Foodservice Limited 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Savona Foodservice Limited last inspected?
Savona Foodservice Limited was last inspected on 18 March 2019, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Savona Foodservice Limited?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Savona Foodservice Limited compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Savona Foodservice Limited is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Savona Foodservice Limited 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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