Ahmad Tea food hygiene rating
Importers/Exporters · Eastleigh
Ahmad Tea holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the importer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 19 December 2022, more than 3 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: Ahmad Tea Estate Winchester Road Chandler's Ford Eastleigh SO53 2PZ, SO53 2PZ
How it compares in Eastleigh
That puts Ahmad Tea among the 705 places in Eastleigh holding top marks, 83% 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 | 705 | 83% | ← Ahmad Tea | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 84 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 33 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 115 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 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 Ahmad Tea 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 Ahmad Tea, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler's Ford Central Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 May 2026 |
| Chandlers Ford Snooker Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 124 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2023 |
| China Wok Takeaway/sandwich shop | 179 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2026 |
| #1 Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 190 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
| Dinks Pickleball Clubs Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 400 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2026 |
| Adore Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 December 2025 |
| Canton House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2026 |
| abm catering @ Chandlers Ford Infant School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
Questions about Ahmad Tea
What is Ahmad Tea's food hygiene rating?
Ahmad Tea has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Eastleigh Council on 19 December 2022.
Is Ahmad Tea 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 importer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Ahmad Tea last inspected?
Ahmad Tea was last inspected on 19 December 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Eastleigh Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Ahmad Tea?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Ahmad Tea compare to other places in Eastleigh?
83% of the 849 rated food businesses in Eastleigh hold the top rating of 5, and Ahmad Tea is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Eastleigh Council inspects Ahmad Tea 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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