The Black Bull food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Edinburgh (City of)
The Black Bull passed its most recent food hygiene inspection. Scotland's scheme does not award star ratings, a pass means the pub met the legal standard on the day it was inspected.
The rating: Pass
The rating dates from 10 April 2018, more than 8 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: 12-18 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2JU
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to The Black Bull, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex International Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 71 yards away | Pass | 9 July 2024 |
| Alba Bistro Takeaway/sandwich shop | 168 yards away | Pass | 21 October 2025 |
| Alandas Gelato Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 25 September 2025 |
| Angels With Bagpipes Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 11 March 2026 |
| Amall Oriental Supermarket Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 30 October 2025 |
| Ambassador Sauna & Leisure Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 1 February 2011 |
| A Pinch of Salt - Tollcross Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 14 April 2023 |
| American Candy Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 27 March 2024 |
Questions about The Black Bull
What is The Black Bull's food hygiene rating?
The Black Bull does not have a numeric food hygiene rating. Its current status is "Pass".
When was The Black Bull last inspected?
The Black Bull was last inspected on 10 April 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Edinburgh (City of) Council rather than by the business.
Who decides the rating?
Edinburgh (City of) Council inspects The Black Bull 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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