Shake N Bake food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Hertsmere
Shake N Bake 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 1 March 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: 164 Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1AF
How it compares in Hertsmere
That puts Shake N Bake among the 582 places in Hertsmere holding top marks, 81% 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 | 582 | 81% | ← Shake N Bake | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 90 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 30 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 14 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 120 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 Shake N Bake 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 Shake N Bake, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhom Bistro Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 14 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 June 2026 |
| Aksular Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 45 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2025 |
| Alpha Butchers Retailers - other | 83 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 May 2026 |
| Greggs Retailers - other | 125 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 September 2025 |
| Grumpy Granny Bake And Brew Other catering premises | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
| Mollica Bakes Other catering premises | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2026 |
| Nacharee Thai Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2026 |
| Golden Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 200 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2025 |
Questions about Shake N Bake
What is Shake N Bake's food hygiene rating?
Shake N Bake has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hertsmere Council on 1 March 2024.
Is Shake N Bake 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 Shake N Bake last inspected?
Shake N Bake was last inspected on 1 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hertsmere Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Shake N Bake?
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 Shake N Bake compare to other places in Hertsmere?
81% of the 721 rated food businesses in Hertsmere hold the top rating of 5, and Shake N Bake is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hertsmere Council inspects Shake N Bake 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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