Pizza Darlo food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Darlington
Pizza Darlo 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 12 March 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: 20 High Northgate, Darlington, DL1 1UP
How it compares in Darlington
That puts Pizza Darlo among the 755 places in Darlington holding top marks, 90% 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 | 755 | 90% | ← Pizza Darlo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 48 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 19 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 79 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 Pizza Darlo 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 Pizza Darlo, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger Boss Takeaway/sandwich shop | 197 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2026 |
| Arvelli Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 240 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2026 |
| Big Kids Little Kids Childcare Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 299 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2025 |
| Best Shawarma Takeaway/sandwich shop | 307 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2024 |
| B\&S Market Retailers - other | 315 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 April 2024 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 348 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2025 |
| Best Kebab 1 Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2026 |
| Builders Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2026 |
Questions about Pizza Darlo
What is Pizza Darlo's food hygiene rating?
Pizza Darlo has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Darlington Council on 12 March 2024.
Is Pizza Darlo 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 Pizza Darlo last inspected?
Pizza Darlo was last inspected on 12 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Darlington Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Pizza Darlo?
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 Pizza Darlo compare to other places in Darlington?
90% of the 836 rated food businesses in Darlington hold the top rating of 5, and Pizza Darlo is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Darlington Council inspects Pizza Darlo 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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