David's Deli food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Lambeth
David's Deli holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 14 December 2021, 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: 2 Ellison Road, London, SW16 5BY
How it compares in Lambeth
That puts David's Deli among the 1,473 places in Lambeth holding top marks, 61% 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 | 1,473 | 61% | ← David's Deli | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 535 | 22% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 238 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 76 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 72 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 236 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 David's Deli 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 David's Deli, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aashna House Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 December 2025 |
| Arma Fusion Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2026 |
| Al Bayt Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 August 2024 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 March 2025 |
| Ascot Rehab Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2024 |
| Affogato Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2024 |
| Archie's Burger & Shakes Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2024 |
| Ambala Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2026 |
Questions about David's Deli
What is David's Deli's food hygiene rating?
David's Deli has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Lambeth Council on 14 December 2021.
Is David's Deli 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was David's Deli last inspected?
David's Deli was last inspected on 14 December 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Lambeth Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at David's Deli?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 David's Deli compare to other places in Lambeth?
61% of the 2,398 rated food businesses in Lambeth hold the top rating of 5, and David's Deli is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Lambeth Council inspects David's Deli 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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