Cross Keys Hotel food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Newport
Cross Keys Hotel holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 18 May 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: 9 Market Street, Newport, South Wales, NP20 1FU
How it compares in Newport
That puts Cross Keys Hotel among the 903 places in Newport holding top marks, 78% 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 | 903 | 78% | ← Cross Keys Hotel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 173 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 59 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 189 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 Very 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 Cross Keys Hotel 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 Cross Keys Hotel, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bab Haus Mex Takeaway/sandwich shop | 49 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2024 |
| Ceylon M8 Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 59 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2026 |
| Carpenters Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 62 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2025 |
| Bangkok Kitchen Takeaway/sandwich shop | 64 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2026 |
| Academy & Market Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 126 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 September 2023 |
| Carousel Leisure Other catering premises | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 March 2019 |
| Burger Boyz Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 137 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 August 2025 |
| Arcadia Cafe & Bistro Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 137 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2024 |
Questions about Cross Keys Hotel
What is Cross Keys Hotel's food hygiene rating?
Cross Keys Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Newport Council on 18 May 2023.
Is Cross Keys Hotel 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Cross Keys Hotel last inspected?
Cross Keys Hotel was last inspected on 18 May 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Newport Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Cross Keys Hotel?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Cross Keys Hotel compare to other places in Newport?
78% of the 1,157 rated food businesses in Newport hold the top rating of 5, and Cross Keys Hotel is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Newport Council inspects Cross Keys Hotel 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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