Pop Recs CIC food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Sunderland
Pop Recs CIC holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 29 November 2023, 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: 172 - 175 High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 1UP
How it compares in Sunderland
That puts Pop Recs CIC among the 1,634 places in Sunderland holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,634 | 84% | ← Pop Recs CIC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 193 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 20 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 365 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 Pop Recs CIC 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 Pop Recs CIC, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert's Place Takeaway/sandwich shop | 84 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 January 2023 |
| Bar Justice Pub/bar/nightclub | 176 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2020 |
| Achakili Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 255 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2025 |
| 21 Social Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 333 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2025 |
| Amy's Winehouse Retailers - other | 361 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2024 |
| Asiana Fusion Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 377 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2025 |
| Borough Off Licence Retailers - other | 381 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2024 |
| Ashbrooke Home Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 383 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2025 |
Questions about Pop Recs CIC
What is Pop Recs CIC's food hygiene rating?
Pop Recs CIC has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Sunderland Council on 29 November 2023.
Is Pop Recs CIC 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Pop Recs CIC last inspected?
Pop Recs CIC was last inspected on 29 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Sunderland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Pop Recs CIC?
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 Pop Recs CIC compare to other places in Sunderland?
84% of the 1,946 rated food businesses in Sunderland hold the top rating of 5, and Pop Recs CIC is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Sunderland Council inspects Pop Recs CIC 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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