Almond Thief Bakery food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · South Hams
Almond Thief Bakery 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 22 February 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: Unit 3, Cedar Units, Webbers Way, TQ9 6JY
How it compares in South Hams
That puts Almond Thief Bakery among the 774 places in South Hams holding top marks, 91% 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 | 774 | 91% | ← Almond Thief Bakery | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 56 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 15 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 253 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 Almond Thief Bakery 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 Almond Thief Bakery, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Good Food Shop Retailers - other | 161 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2024 |
| Dartington Curry House Other catering premises | 161 yards away | 4 - Good | 28 May 2026 |
| Bayards Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 284 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2025 |
| Designs Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 284 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
| Granola Fan Club Manufacturers/packers | 322 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2025 |
| Puddavine Court Residential Care Home Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2026 |
| School Canteen School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2025 |
| White Hart Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 4 - Good | 19 September 2025 |
Questions about Almond Thief Bakery
What is Almond Thief Bakery's food hygiene rating?
Almond Thief Bakery has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Hams Council on 22 February 2023.
Is Almond Thief Bakery 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 Almond Thief Bakery last inspected?
Almond Thief Bakery was last inspected on 22 February 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Hams Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Almond Thief Bakery?
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 Almond Thief Bakery compare to other places in South Hams?
91% of the 854 rated food businesses in South Hams hold the top rating of 5, and Almond Thief Bakery is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Hams Council inspects Almond Thief Bakery 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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