Hare and Gate food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Staffordshire Moorlands
Hare and Gate holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 4 October 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: Queens Drive, Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 6QF
How it compares in Staffordshire Moorlands
That puts Hare and Gate among the 684 places in Staffordshire Moorlands holding top marks, 85% 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 | 684 | 85% | ← Hare and Gate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 73 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 34 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 52 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 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 Hare and Gate 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 Hare and Gate, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leek Convenience Store Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 6 September 2017 |
| Haregate Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 25 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2025 |
| Haregate Community Centre Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 67 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2025 |
| Goa Exclusive Indian Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 331 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2025 |
| Little Stars Childcare Staffordshire Ltd Caring Premises | 339 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2025 |
| Miquill Catering Ltd @ Churnet View Middle School School/college/university | 416 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Abbey Court Nursing Home Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 April 2025 |
| Moorlands Day Service Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 June 2016 |
Questions about Hare and Gate
What is Hare and Gate's food hygiene rating?
Hare and Gate has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Staffordshire Moorlands Council on 4 October 2022.
Is Hare and Gate 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Hare and Gate last inspected?
Hare and Gate was last inspected on 4 October 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Staffordshire Moorlands Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hare and Gate?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Hare and Gate compare to other places in Staffordshire Moorlands?
85% of the 805 rated food businesses in Staffordshire Moorlands hold the top rating of 5, and Hare and Gate is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Staffordshire Moorlands Council inspects Hare and Gate 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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