Artisan Alchemy food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Birmingham
Artisan Alchemy 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 5 December 2019, more than 6 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: St Pauls Chambers, 85 Caroline Street, Birmingham, B3 1UP
How it compares in Birmingham
That puts Artisan Alchemy among the 5,378 places in Birmingham holding top marks, 66% 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 | 5,378 | 66% | ← Artisan Alchemy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 1,311 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 697 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 319 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 386 | 5% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 83 | 1% |
A further 1,863 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 Artisan Alchemy 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 Artisan Alchemy, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alterna Other catering premises | 151 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 December 2024 |
| Acai Life Retailers - other | 241 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2024 |
| Actress & Bishop/ The Buffet Factory Pub/bar/nightclub | 249 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 December 2020 |
| A1 Garages Retailers - other | 276 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2020 |
| Afro Restaurant & Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2025 |
| 5th Floor Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2025 |
| Alayla Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2025 |
| Aparthotel Birmingham Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 March 2025 |
Questions about Artisan Alchemy
What is Artisan Alchemy's food hygiene rating?
Artisan Alchemy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Birmingham Council on 5 December 2019.
Is Artisan Alchemy 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 Artisan Alchemy last inspected?
Artisan Alchemy was last inspected on 5 December 2019, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Birmingham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Artisan Alchemy?
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 Artisan Alchemy compare to other places in Birmingham?
66% of the 8,174 rated food businesses in Birmingham hold the top rating of 5, and Artisan Alchemy is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Birmingham Council inspects Artisan Alchemy 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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