MFV Northern Star food hygiene rating
Farmers/growers · Newry, Mourne and Down
MFV Northern Star holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 3 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: 3 The Harbour, Kilkeel, Kilkeel, BT34 4AX
How it compares in Newry, Mourne and Down
That puts MFV Northern Star among the 1,411 places in Newry, Mourne and Down holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,411 | 89% | ← MFV Northern Star | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 124 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 24 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 143 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 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 MFV Northern Star 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 MFV Northern Star, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFV Benaiah (EC) Farmers/growers | at this address | 5 - Very good | 31 May 2023 |
| Susan John Farmers/growers | at this address | Exempt | |
| Kilkeel Royal British Legion Club Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 10 May 2024 |
| Kilkeel Seafoods (Canteen) Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2026 |
| Two Brothers Farmers/growers | at this address | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2024 |
| Provider N434 Farmers/growers | at this address | 4 - Good | 19 September 2019 |
| MFV Nicola Joanne Farmers/growers | 2 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2021 |
| Neptunes Larder Kilkeel Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 April 2026 |
Questions about MFV Northern Star
What is MFV Northern Star's food hygiene rating?
MFV Northern Star has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Newry, Mourne and Down Council on 3 May 2022.
Is MFV Northern Star 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 producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was MFV Northern Star last inspected?
MFV Northern Star was last inspected on 3 May 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Newry, Mourne and Down Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at MFV Northern Star?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does MFV Northern Star compare to other places in Newry, Mourne and Down?
89% of the 1,580 rated food businesses in Newry, Mourne and Down hold the top rating of 5, and MFV Northern Star is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Newry, Mourne and Down Council inspects MFV Northern Star 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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