Whittard of Chelsea food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Cambridge City
Whittard of Chelsea 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 July 2023, 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: 24 Petty Cury, Cambridge, CB2 3NB
How it compares in Cambridge City
That puts Whittard of Chelsea among the 998 places in Cambridge City holding top marks, 78% 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 | 998 | 78% | ← Whittard of Chelsea | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 198 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 56 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 25 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 187 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 Very 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 Whittard of Chelsea 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 Whittard of Chelsea, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 21 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2023 |
| American Candy Store Retailers - other | 107 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 September 2023 |
| Ben's Cookies Other catering premises | 115 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2018 |
| Amorino Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 119 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2025 |
| Bloom Juice Co. Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 153 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 October 2024 |
| Bubbleology Cambridge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 202 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2025 |
| Aromi Caffe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 206 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2024 |
| BrewBoard Taproom Pub/bar/nightclub | 209 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 August 2025 |
Questions about Whittard of Chelsea
What is Whittard of Chelsea's food hygiene rating?
Whittard of Chelsea has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cambridge City Council on 18 July 2023.
Is Whittard of Chelsea 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 Whittard of Chelsea last inspected?
Whittard of Chelsea was last inspected on 18 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cambridge City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Whittard of Chelsea?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Whittard of Chelsea compare to other places in Cambridge City?
78% of the 1,287 rated food businesses in Cambridge City hold the top rating of 5, and Whittard of Chelsea is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cambridge City Council inspects Whittard of Chelsea 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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