Black Lines food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Haringey
Black Lines holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 2 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: Unit 4 Littleline House, 43 West Road, Tottenham, N17 0RE
How it compares in Haringey
That puts Black Lines among the 1,450 places in Haringey holding top marks, 79% 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 | 1,450 | 79% | ← Black Lines | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 245 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 96 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 37 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 111 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 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 Black Lines 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 Black Lines, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpino Whoelsale Limited Distributors/Transporters | at this address | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2025 |
| 3 Points Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 May 2025 |
| Abrepo Junction Supermarket Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2025 |
| Admiral Casino Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 September 2023 |
| Al's Cafe O/s MOT Centre Mobile caterer | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2025 |
| Angel Place Nursery Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2025 |
| Abow Bakes and Catering (Kitchen 6) Other catering premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 January 2025 |
| Alxas Kom Community Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2025 |
Questions about Black Lines
What is Black Lines's food hygiene rating?
Black Lines has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Haringey Council on 2 December 2022.
Is Black Lines 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Black Lines last inspected?
Black Lines was last inspected on 2 December 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Haringey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Black Lines?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Black Lines compare to other places in Haringey?
79% of the 1,847 rated food businesses in Haringey hold the top rating of 5, and Black Lines is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Haringey Council inspects Black Lines 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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