The Sweet Shack food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Hartlepool
The Sweet Shack 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 February 2024, 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: 128 Northgate, Hartlepool, TS24 0EJ
How it compares in Hartlepool
That puts The Sweet Shack among the 670 places in Hartlepool 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 | 670 | 91% | ← The Sweet Shack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 49 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 0 | 0% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 30 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 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 The Sweet Shack 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 The Sweet Shack, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby's Booze Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2025 |
| Bar Central Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2025 |
| Bar 31 Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2025 |
| Bianco's Deli Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2025 |
| Black Olive Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2024 |
| Casa Del Mar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 November 2024 |
| Dhamaka Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2024 |
| Crescent Care Home Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
Questions about The Sweet Shack
What is The Sweet Shack's food hygiene rating?
The Sweet Shack has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hartlepool Council on 14 February 2024.
Is The Sweet Shack 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 The Sweet Shack last inspected?
The Sweet Shack was last inspected on 14 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hartlepool Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Sweet Shack?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 The Sweet Shack compare to other places in Hartlepool?
91% of the 739 rated food businesses in Hartlepool hold the top rating of 5, and The Sweet Shack is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hartlepool Council inspects The Sweet Shack 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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