East Kirkby Service Station food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Lindsey
East Kirkby Service Station 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 10 October 2018, more than 7 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: Main Road, East Kirkby, Lincolnshire, PE23 4BY
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts East Kirkby Service Station among the 1,920 places in East Lindsey holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,920 | 89% | ← East Kirkby Service Station | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 81 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 92 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 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 East Kirkby Service Station 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 East Kirkby Service Station, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Kirkby B & B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | at this address | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2018 |
| East Kirkby General Store Retailers - other | 158 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
| The Manor Care Home Caring Premises | 182 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2026 |
| The Red Lion Pub/bar/nightclub | 182 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2026 |
| The Tree House Childrens Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 182 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2026 |
| Lincs Aviation Heritage Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2026 |
Questions about East Kirkby Service Station
What is East Kirkby Service Station's food hygiene rating?
East Kirkby Service Station has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 10 October 2018.
Is East Kirkby Service Station 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 East Kirkby Service Station last inspected?
East Kirkby Service Station was last inspected on 10 October 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at East Kirkby Service Station?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does East Kirkby Service Station compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,163 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and East Kirkby Service Station is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects East Kirkby Service Station 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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