Albert's Place food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Sunderland
Albert's Place 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 30 January 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: 138 High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 1UN
How it compares in Sunderland
That puts Albert's Place among the 1,634 places in Sunderland 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 | 1,634 | 84% | ← Albert's Place | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 192 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 20 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 366 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 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 Albert's Place 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 Albert's Place, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Justice Pub/bar/nightclub | 143 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2020 |
| Achakili Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 239 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2025 |
| 21 Social Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 278 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2025 |
| Asiana Fusion Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 293 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2025 |
| Ashbrooke Home Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 307 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2025 |
| Amy's Winehouse Retailers - other | 311 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2024 |
| Betsy Jenny Counselling And Wellbeing Cafe Takeaway/sandwich shop | 344 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2025 |
| Admiral Retailers - other | 405 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2018 |
Questions about Albert's Place
What is Albert's Place's food hygiene rating?
Albert's Place has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Sunderland Council on 30 January 2023.
Is Albert's Place 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 Albert's Place last inspected?
Albert's Place was last inspected on 30 January 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Sunderland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Albert's Place?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Albert's Place compare to other places in Sunderland?
84% of the 1,945 rated food businesses in Sunderland hold the top rating of 5, and Albert's Place is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Sunderland Council inspects Albert's Place 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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