I-Fry food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Durham
I-Fry 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 18 January 2024, more than 2 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 Front Street, Sacriston, DH7 6LE
How it compares in Durham
That puts I-Fry among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← I-Fry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 682 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 51 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 24 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 513 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 I-Fry 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 I-Fry, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stacked and Smashed Takeaway/sandwich shop | 32 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Kaffeehaus Manufacturers/packers | 85 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 May 2024 |
| The Village Deli Takeaway/sandwich shop | 90 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 June 2026 |
| Bespoke Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 92 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2024 |
| Johnsons Traditional Fish and Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 100 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 July 2024 |
| Crossroads Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2024 |
| Spicy Moments Takeaway/sandwich shop | 115 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2025 |
| Sacriston Community Association Other catering premises | 136 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
Questions about I-Fry
What is I-Fry's food hygiene rating?
I-Fry has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 18 January 2024.
Is I-Fry 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 I-Fry last inspected?
I-Fry was last inspected on 18 January 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at I-Fry?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 I-Fry compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,132 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and I-Fry is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects I-Fry 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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Understanding this rating
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I-Fry is one of 27 rated food businesses in Sacriston. See every hygiene rating in Sacriston →
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