Raj Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Redcar and Cleveland
Raj 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 7 June 2024, more than 2 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: 6 Derwentwater Road, Grangetown, TS6 7PY
How it compares in Redcar and Cleveland
That puts Raj Stores among the 1,078 places in Redcar and Cleveland holding top marks, 94% 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 | 1,078 | 94% | ← Raj Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 51 | 4% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 85 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 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 Raj 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 Raj Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caterlink at St Marys Primary School School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 November 2025 |
| Chilli Express Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 April 2024 |
| 5 Star Chinese Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 June 2024 |
| Fabian Court Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 May 2026 |
| A J Bag Superstore Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2025 |
| Caterplus @ Tees Valley - Barnaby House Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2025 |
| Blend coffee bar and bistro Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 January 2026 |
| Fondant & Fudge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2025 |
Questions about Raj Stores
What is Raj Stores's food hygiene rating?
Raj Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Redcar and Cleveland Council on 7 June 2024.
Is Raj 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 Raj Stores last inspected?
Raj Stores was last inspected on 7 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Redcar and Cleveland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Raj Stores?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Raj Stores compare to other places in Redcar and Cleveland?
94% of the 1,148 rated food businesses in Redcar and Cleveland hold the top rating of 5, and Raj Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Redcar and Cleveland Council inspects Raj 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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Raj Stores is one of 24 rated food businesses in Grangetown. See every hygiene rating in Grangetown →
Redcar and Cleveland inspects and rates 1,233 food businesses across its whole area. See every food hygiene rating in Redcar and Cleveland →
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