Queens Head food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Swale
Queens Head holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 17 May 2022, 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: 264 High Street, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1UP
How it compares in Swale
That puts Queens Head among the 989 places in Swale holding top marks, 83% 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 | 989 | 83% | ← Queens Head | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 134 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 41 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 40 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 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 Queens Head 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 Queens Head, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paydens Pharmacy Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2025 |
| OTAS Supported Living Limited Caring Premises | 183 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 March 2022 |
| Choi's Chinese Food Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 279 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Cottage Kitchen - Dinnerman Ltd Other catering premises | 290 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2025 |
| Age UK Sheppey Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 348 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2025 |
| Kent Fresh Food Retailers - other | 407 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2024 |
| Beano Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 415 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2025 |
| New China Dragon Takeaway/sandwich shop | 415 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2024 |
Questions about Queens Head
What is Queens Head's food hygiene rating?
Queens Head has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Swale Council on 17 May 2022.
Is Queens Head 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Queens Head last inspected?
Queens Head was last inspected on 17 May 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Swale Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Queens Head?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Queens Head compare to other places in Swale?
83% of the 1,186 rated food businesses in Swale hold the top rating of 5, and Queens Head is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Swale Council inspects Queens Head 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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