Par 59 food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Cardiff
Par 59 holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 5 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 St Mary Street, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 1FA
How it compares in Cardiff
That puts Par 59 among the 2,117 places in Cardiff holding top marks, 70% 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 | 2,117 | 70% | ← Par 59 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 560 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 254 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 45 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 48 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 8 | <1% |
A further 415 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 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 Par 59 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 Par 59, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Be at One Other catering premises | 60 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2024 |
| Barbara's Bier Haus Pub/bar/nightclub | 76 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 May 2022 |
| Alcotraz Other catering premises | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2024 |
| BBQ Xiang Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 130 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
| Beanfreaks Ltd Retailers - other | 131 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 November 2021 |
| Blacksheep Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 142 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2026 |
| Bill's Restaurants Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 149 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 April 2025 |
| Baxterstorey 5040 Broadcasting House Cardiff Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 156 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
Questions about Par 59
What is Par 59's food hygiene rating?
Par 59 has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cardiff Council on 5 August 2022.
Is Par 59 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Par 59 last inspected?
Par 59 was last inspected on 5 August 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cardiff Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Par 59?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Par 59 compare to other places in Cardiff?
70% of the 3,032 rated food businesses in Cardiff hold the top rating of 5, and Par 59 is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cardiff Council inspects Par 59 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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