Buttonchocs food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · West Northamptonshire
Buttonchocs holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 11 January 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: Unit 7, Yorks Farm Business Centre, Watling Street, NN12 8EU
How it compares in West Northamptonshire
That puts Buttonchocs among the 2,565 places in West Northamptonshire 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 | 2,565 | 78% | ← Buttonchocs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 377 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 251 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 44 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 9 | <1% |
A further 772 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 Buttonchocs 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 Buttonchocs, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elior at Duncote & The Lakes Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2025 |
| Dolce Ltd School/college/university | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2026 |
| Little Dragons Day Nursery Caring Premises | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2026 |
| Eastcote Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | 4 - Good | 23 July 2025 |
| Jacks Hill Cafe and Truck Stop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2025 |
| Jubilee House B&B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 July 2021 |
| George Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 August 2023 |
| Towcestrians Sports Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | 4 - Good | 23 May 2019 |
Questions about Buttonchocs
What is Buttonchocs's food hygiene rating?
Buttonchocs has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Northamptonshire Council on 11 January 2023.
Is Buttonchocs 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Buttonchocs last inspected?
Buttonchocs was last inspected on 11 January 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Northamptonshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Buttonchocs?
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 Buttonchocs compare to other places in West Northamptonshire?
78% of the 3,285 rated food businesses in West Northamptonshire hold the top rating of 5, and Buttonchocs is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Northamptonshire Council inspects Buttonchocs 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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