Lynas Food Outlet food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Lynas Food Outlet holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 20 September 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: Unit B1 Magowan West, Portadown, BT62 3PG
How it compares in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
That puts Lynas Food Outlet among the 1,450 places in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon 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 | 1,450 | 83% | ← Lynas Food Outlet | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 211 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 65 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 145 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 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 Lynas Food Outlet 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 Lynas Food Outlet, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faith Mission Bookshops Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 40 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2025 |
| Air Artisan Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 45 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2025 |
| Gaynor's Takeaway and Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 82 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2024 |
| Chimes Coffeehouse Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 144 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
| Bob & Berts Portadown Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 149 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 October 2024 |
| Coffee Conjo Convenience Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 153 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2025 |
| Costa Pastry Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 159 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2025 |
| Kisushi Japanese Food Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 174 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2026 |
Questions about Lynas Food Outlet
What is Lynas Food Outlet's food hygiene rating?
Lynas Food Outlet has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council on 20 September 2022.
Is Lynas Food Outlet 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Lynas Food Outlet last inspected?
Lynas Food Outlet was last inspected on 20 September 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Lynas Food Outlet?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Lynas Food Outlet compare to other places in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon?
83% of the 1,738 rated food businesses in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon hold the top rating of 5, and Lynas Food Outlet is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council inspects Lynas Food Outlet 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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Lynas Food Outlet is one of 24 rated food businesses in Portadown. See every hygiene rating in Portadown →
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