Russell's Plaice Fish Stall food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Russell's Plaice Fish Stall 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 2 July 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: Waterford Road, Highcliffe, BH23 5JN
How it compares in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
That puts Russell's Plaice Fish Stall among the 2,582 places in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole holding top marks, 88% 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 | 2,582 | 88% | ← Russell's Plaice Fish Stall | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 239 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 87 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 567 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 Russell's Plaice Fish Stall 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 Russell's Plaice Fish Stall, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highcliffe Sports & Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 27 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2023 |
| Eyan Mini Market Retailers - other | 160 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2026 |
| Butcher Joe's Retailers - other | 198 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2025 |
| Highcliffe Nursing Home Caring Premises | 214 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2025 |
| Greystones Hall Other catering premises | 253 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2022 |
| Gifted Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 278 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 September 2022 |
| Bistro My Way Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 370 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 December 2025 |
| Chinatown Takeaway/sandwich shop | 376 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2026 |
Questions about Russell's Plaice Fish Stall
What is Russell's Plaice Fish Stall's food hygiene rating?
Russell's Plaice Fish Stall has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council on 2 July 2021.
Is Russell's Plaice Fish Stall 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 Russell's Plaice Fish Stall last inspected?
Russell's Plaice Fish Stall was last inspected on 2 July 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Russell's Plaice Fish Stall?
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 Russell's Plaice Fish Stall compare to other places in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
88% of the 2,942 rated food businesses in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole hold the top rating of 5, and Russell's Plaice Fish Stall is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council inspects Russell's Plaice Fish Stall 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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