Alfa Superstores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Luton
Alfa Superstores 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 19 April 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.
84% of rated food businesses in Luton score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Luton ratings →
Address: 65 Leagrave Road, LU4 8HT
How it compares in Luton
That puts Alfa Superstores among the 869 places in Luton holding top marks, 67% 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 | 869 | 67% | ← Alfa Superstores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 219 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 162 | 12% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 36 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 410 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 Alfa Superstores 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 Alfa Superstores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banoful Retailers - other | 43 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2024 |
| Cafe Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 50 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2025 |
| Baguette Corner Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
| Boba and beyond Other catering premises | 146 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2022 |
| Beech Hill Conservative Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 166 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 March 2023 |
| Al Badar Original Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 199 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2026 |
| Cake Box Retailers - other | 254 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 July 2026 |
| Ambala Foods Ltd Takeaway/sandwich shop | 333 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 July 2024 |
Questions about Alfa Superstores
What is Alfa Superstores's food hygiene rating?
Alfa Superstores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Luton Council on 19 April 2021.
Is Alfa Superstores 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 Alfa Superstores last inspected?
Alfa Superstores was last inspected on 19 April 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Luton Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Alfa Superstores?
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 Alfa Superstores compare to other places in Luton?
67% of the 1,305 rated food businesses in Luton hold the top rating of 5, and Alfa Superstores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Luton Council inspects Alfa Superstores 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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