Barfia Birmingham food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Birmingham
Barfia Birmingham 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 12 January 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: Unit 1 Inside Badial Department Store, 196 Soho Road, Birmingham, B21 9LR
How it compares in Birmingham
That puts Barfia Birmingham among the 5,380 places in Birmingham holding top marks, 66% 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 | 5,380 | 66% | ← Barfia Birmingham | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 1,309 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 695 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 318 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 387 | 5% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 82 | 1% |
A further 1,866 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 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 Barfia Birmingham 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 Barfia Birmingham, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Mini Market Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 August 2011 |
| Affetto Italiano Ltd Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 April 2021 |
| Aramark @ HMP Birmingham Windrush We Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2024 |
| Aramark Staff and Visitor Canteen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2024 |
| Asthan babe Ke Trust Other catering premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2024 |
Questions about Barfia Birmingham
What is Barfia Birmingham's food hygiene rating?
Barfia Birmingham has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Birmingham Council on 12 January 2022.
Is Barfia Birmingham 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 Barfia Birmingham last inspected?
Barfia Birmingham was last inspected on 12 January 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Birmingham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Barfia Birmingham?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Barfia Birmingham compare to other places in Birmingham?
66% of the 8,171 rated food businesses in Birmingham hold the top rating of 5, and Barfia Birmingham is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Birmingham Council inspects Barfia Birmingham 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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