The Fisherman Cafe food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
The Fisherman Cafe holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 31 March 2023, 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 1, 5 High Street, Poole, BH15 1AB
How it compares in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
That puts The Fisherman Cafe 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% | ← The Fisherman Cafe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 The Fisherman Cafe 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 The Fisherman Cafe, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champs Pie and Mash Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 30 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
| Antelope Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 112 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2024 |
| Calypso Charters Other catering premises | 147 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
| Chickpeas Falafel and Salad Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 282 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2026 |
| Barking Cat Brewing Company Limited Retailers - other | 364 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 April 2026 |
| Amity Lodge Pub/bar/nightclub | 375 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 September 2024 |
| Brewhouse and Kitchen - Poole Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 August 2025 |
| Admiral Casino Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 June 2019 |
Questions about The Fisherman Cafe
What is The Fisherman Cafe's food hygiene rating?
The Fisherman Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council on 31 March 2023.
Is The Fisherman Cafe 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Fisherman Cafe last inspected?
The Fisherman Cafe was last inspected on 31 March 2023, more than 3 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 The Fisherman Cafe?
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 The Fisherman Cafe 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 The Fisherman Cafe is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council inspects The Fisherman Cafe 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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