Lamegs Discount Store food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Lindsey
Lamegs Discount Store holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 30 November 2023, 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: 20-22 Market Street, Spilsby, Lincolnshire
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts Lamegs Discount Store among the 1,920 places in East Lindsey holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,920 | 89% | ← Lamegs Discount Store | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 81 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 Lamegs Discount Store 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 Lamegs Discount Store, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Hall Pub/bar/nightclub | 42 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2018 |
| The Nelson Butt Pub/bar/nightclub | 45 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
| Deli E11Even Retailers - other | 50 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 January 2025 |
| Step In Pizza Parlour Takeaway/sandwich shop | 50 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2025 |
| The Red Lion Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 50 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2025 |
| Little Italy Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 50 yards away | 4 - Good | 12 May 2022 |
| Stepping Stones Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2024 |
| All Wrapped Up Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 77 yards away | 4 - Good | 4 February 2026 |
Questions about Lamegs Discount Store
What is Lamegs Discount Store's food hygiene rating?
Lamegs Discount Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 30 November 2023.
Is Lamegs Discount Store 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Lamegs Discount Store last inspected?
Lamegs Discount Store was last inspected on 30 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Lamegs Discount Store?
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 Lamegs Discount Store compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,162 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and Lamegs Discount Store is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects Lamegs Discount Store 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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