Merkur Slots food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Cherwell
Merkur Slots 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 18 November 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: 18 High Street, Banbury, OX16 5EE
How it compares in Cherwell
That puts Merkur Slots among the 977 places in Cherwell holding top marks, 80% 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 | 977 | 80% | ← Merkur Slots | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 157 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 65 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 103 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 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 Merkur Slots 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 Merkur Slots, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 14 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2023 |
| Good game ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 40 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 August 2023 |
| Coffee & Corner Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 40 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 May 2025 |
| Elite 8 Ball Lounge (Bar only) Pub/bar/nightclub | 57 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 March 2025 |
| Chocoberry Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 76 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2026 |
| Caprinos Pizza Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 80 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 November 2024 |
| Ash&Flame Steakhouse Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 132 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
| Also Known As Pub/bar/nightclub | 157 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 February 2023 |
Questions about Merkur Slots
What is Merkur Slots's food hygiene rating?
Merkur Slots has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cherwell Council on 18 November 2021.
Is Merkur Slots 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 Merkur Slots last inspected?
Merkur Slots was last inspected on 18 November 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cherwell Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Merkur Slots?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Merkur Slots compare to other places in Cherwell?
80% of the 1,221 rated food businesses in Cherwell hold the top rating of 5, and Merkur Slots is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cherwell Council inspects Merkur Slots 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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