The Queer Emporium food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Cardiff
The Queer Emporium holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 15 July 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: 2 - 4 Royal Arcade, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 1AE
How it compares in Cardiff
That puts The Queer Emporium among the 2,114 places in Cardiff holding top marks, 70% 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 | 2,114 | 70% | ← The Queer Emporium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 560 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 258 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 45 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 49 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 8 | <1% |
A further 401 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 Very 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 The Queer Emporium 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 The Queer Emporium, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beanfreaks Ltd Retailers - other | 18 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 November 2021 |
| Alcotraz Other catering premises | 73 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2024 |
| Blacksheep Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 106 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2026 |
| BBQ Xiang Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
| Bill's Restaurants Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 April 2025 |
| Barbara's Bier Haus Pub/bar/nightclub | 145 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 May 2022 |
| Be at One Other catering premises | 150 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2024 |
| Baxterstorey 5040 Broadcasting House Cardiff Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 213 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
Questions about The Queer Emporium
What is The Queer Emporium's food hygiene rating?
The Queer Emporium has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cardiff Council on 15 July 2023.
Is The Queer Emporium 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Queer Emporium last inspected?
The Queer Emporium was last inspected on 15 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cardiff Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Queer Emporium?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 The Queer Emporium compare to other places in Cardiff?
70% of the 3,034 rated food businesses in Cardiff hold the top rating of 5, and The Queer Emporium is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cardiff Council inspects The Queer Emporium 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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