Black Allium food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · South Norfolk
Black Allium holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 14 November 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: Marsh Barn, Claxton Corner, Claxton, NR14 7HU
How it compares in South Norfolk
That puts Black Allium among the 823 places in South Norfolk holding top marks, 84% 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 | 823 | 84% | ← Black Allium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 100 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 39 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 123 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 Black Allium 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 Black Allium, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claxton House Caring Premises | 365 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Rockland St Mary Post Office & Store Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2024 |
| Margaret Mack Rooms Other catering premises | 1.1 miles away | Exempt | |
| Beauchamp Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 16 September 2021 |
| Orchard Farm Shop Retailers - other | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 January 2022 |
| Padmaloka Retreat Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 28 May 2025 |
| Yare Valley Oils & Farm Shop Manufacturers/packers | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2025 |
| Joaquim Teles' Patisserie - Artisan Pastry Chef Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 15 October 2025 |
Questions about Black Allium
What is Black Allium's food hygiene rating?
Black Allium has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Norfolk Council on 14 November 2022.
Is Black Allium 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Black Allium last inspected?
Black Allium was last inspected on 14 November 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Black Allium?
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 Black Allium compare to other places in South Norfolk?
84% of the 980 rated food businesses in South Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and Black Allium is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Norfolk Council inspects Black Allium 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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