Thirsty Records food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Bedford
Thirsty Records holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 10 August 2022, 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: 75 Harpur Street, Bedford, MK40 2SR
How it compares in Bedford
That puts Thirsty Records among the 1,208 places in Bedford 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 | 1,208 | 83% | ← Thirsty Records | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 164 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 72 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 190 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 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 Thirsty Records 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 Thirsty Records, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biryano / Pepper Ceylon Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 93 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2025 |
| Bedford Booze Retailers - other | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 November 2023 |
| 3 St Peters Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 191 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2025 |
| Cake Inn Bedford Takeaway/sandwich shop | 204 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2026 |
| Barley Mow Pub/bar/nightclub | 226 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2024 |
| Arcadia Retailers - other | 243 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2023 |
| Bedford Cat Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 271 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 August 2025 |
| Amici Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 280 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2024 |
Questions about Thirsty Records
What is Thirsty Records's food hygiene rating?
Thirsty Records has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bedford Council on 10 August 2022.
Is Thirsty Records 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Thirsty Records last inspected?
Thirsty Records was last inspected on 10 August 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bedford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Thirsty Records?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Thirsty Records compare to other places in Bedford?
83% of the 1,460 rated food businesses in Bedford hold the top rating of 5, and Thirsty Records is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bedford Council inspects Thirsty Records 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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