Dandelion Time food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Maidstone
Dandelion Time 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 30 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: Elmscroft Cottage, Charlton Lane, West Farleigh, ME15 0NY
How it compares in Maidstone
That puts Dandelion Time among the 1,136 places in Maidstone holding top marks, 82% 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 | 1,136 | 82% | ← Dandelion Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 165 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 61 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 65 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 Dandelion Time 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 Dandelion Time, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottoms Up Bar Mobile caterer | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2023 |
| East Farleigh Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 September 2004 |
| Farmers Farm Shop Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2025 |
Questions about Dandelion Time
What is Dandelion Time's food hygiene rating?
Dandelion Time has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Maidstone Council on 30 November 2023.
Is Dandelion Time 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 Dandelion Time last inspected?
Dandelion Time was last inspected on 30 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Maidstone Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Dandelion Time?
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 Dandelion Time compare to other places in Maidstone?
82% of the 1,387 rated food businesses in Maidstone hold the top rating of 5, and Dandelion Time is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Maidstone Council inspects Dandelion Time 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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