Barot Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Cambridge City
Barot Stores 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 4 May 2023, more than 3 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: 11 King Street, Cambridge, CB1 1LH
How it compares in Cambridge City
That puts Barot Stores 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% | ← Barot Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Barot Stores 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 Barot Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Candy Store Retailers - other | 236 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 September 2023 |
| Amorino Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 259 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2025 |
| Bird and Blend Tea Co. Retailers - other | 265 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 October 2024 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 276 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2023 |
| Ben's Cookies Other catering premises | 311 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2018 |
| Bould Brothers Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 339 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 March 2025 |
| Byron Hamburgers Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 345 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2024 |
| Baron Of Beef Pub/bar/nightclub | 389 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2025 |
Questions about Barot Stores
What is Barot Stores's food hygiene rating?
Barot Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cambridge City Council on 4 May 2023.
Is Barot Stores 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 Barot Stores last inspected?
Barot Stores was last inspected on 4 May 2023, more than 3 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 Barot Stores?
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 Barot Stores 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 Barot Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cambridge City Council inspects Barot Stores 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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