The Way Ministry Reading food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Reading
The Way Ministry Reading holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 9 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: 2a Berkeley Avenue, Reading, RG1 6JE
How it compares in Reading
That puts The Way Ministry Reading among the 881 places in Reading holding top marks, 65% 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 | 881 | 65% | ← The Way Ministry Reading | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 248 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 148 | 11% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 41 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 155 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 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 The Way Ministry Reading 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 The Way Ministry Reading, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire Vision - RAB Socialeyes Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2025 |
| Amherst Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 November 2017 |
| Berkeley Garden Day Nursery Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2025 |
| Abbeyfield Wey Valley Society Maitland House Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2025 |
| Bow Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 November 2017 |
| Auntie Anne's Pretzels at The Oracle Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2025 |
| BB's Bakers & Baristas Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
| Ben's Cookies at The Oracle Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 February 2018 |
Questions about The Way Ministry Reading
What is The Way Ministry Reading's food hygiene rating?
The Way Ministry Reading has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Reading Council on 9 November 2022.
Is The Way Ministry Reading 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Way Ministry Reading last inspected?
The Way Ministry Reading was last inspected on 9 November 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Reading Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Way Ministry Reading?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 The Way Ministry Reading compare to other places in Reading?
65% of the 1,362 rated food businesses in Reading hold the top rating of 5, and The Way Ministry Reading is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Reading Council inspects The Way Ministry Reading 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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