Magic Falafel food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Camden
Magic Falafel holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 26 October 2021, more than 4 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: Unit 311-313 The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Road, NW1 8AH
How it compares in Camden
That puts Magic Falafel among the 1,993 places in Camden holding top marks, 59% 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 | 1,993 | 59% | ← Magic Falafel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 654 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 457 | 14% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 127 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 90 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 52 | 2% |
A further 924 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 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 Magic Falafel 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 Magic Falafel, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Locks Brewery Pub/bar/nightclub | 340 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 April 2023 |
| Abbey Tavern Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2025 |
| 103 Parkway Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2024 |
| 130 Primrose Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 June 2026 |
Questions about Magic Falafel
What is Magic Falafel's food hygiene rating?
Magic Falafel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Camden Council on 26 October 2021.
Is Magic Falafel 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Magic Falafel last inspected?
Magic Falafel was last inspected on 26 October 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Camden Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Magic Falafel?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Magic Falafel compare to other places in Camden?
59% of the 3,373 rated food businesses in Camden hold the top rating of 5, and Magic Falafel is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Camden Council inspects Magic Falafel 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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