Southeast Asian Store food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Devon
Southeast Asian Store 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 5 April 2022, more than 4 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: 16 Bear Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7BX
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Southeast Asian Store among the 1,107 places in North Devon 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Southeast Asian Store | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 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 Southeast Asian Store 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 Southeast Asian Store, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ebberley Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 31 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
| Fleur & Mimi's Barnstaple Distributors/Transporters | 89 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2024 |
| Harry's Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 170 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
| Alexanders Sandwich Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 197 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 July 2024 |
| Barum Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 216 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2022 |
| J.J Asian Supermarket Ltd Retailers - other | 239 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
| Bar Lush Pub/bar/nightclub | 239 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2025 |
| Catch Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 239 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2024 |
Questions about Southeast Asian Store
What is Southeast Asian Store's food hygiene rating?
Southeast Asian Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 5 April 2022.
Is Southeast Asian Store 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 Southeast Asian Store last inspected?
Southeast Asian Store was last inspected on 5 April 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Southeast Asian Store?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Southeast Asian Store compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Southeast Asian Store is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Southeast Asian Store 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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