Tony's Continental Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Barnet
Tony's Continental Stores 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 16 February 2021, more than 5 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: 140 High Road London, N2 9ED
How it compares in Barnet
That puts Tony's Continental Stores among the 1,423 places in Barnet holding top marks, 60% 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 | 1,423 | 60% | ← Tony's Continental Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 575 | 24% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 226 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 84 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 44 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 512 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 Very 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 Tony's Continental Stores 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 Tony's Continental Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archer Academy School/college/university | 330 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 November 2025 |
| All Saints Church Other catering premises | 359 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2022 |
| 3R Express Retailers - other | 385 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2026 |
| Amathus Drinks Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 May 2023 |
| Akatuki Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 January 2026 |
Questions about Tony's Continental Stores
What is Tony's Continental Stores's food hygiene rating?
Tony's Continental Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Barnet Council on 16 February 2021.
Is Tony's Continental Stores 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 Tony's Continental Stores last inspected?
Tony's Continental Stores was last inspected on 16 February 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Barnet Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Tony's Continental Stores?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Tony's Continental Stores compare to other places in Barnet?
60% of the 2,355 rated food businesses in Barnet hold the top rating of 5, and Tony's Continental Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Barnet Council inspects Tony's Continental Stores 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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