Empire Diner food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · East Lindsey
Empire Diner holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the restaurant met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 6 July 2024, more than 2 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 1 Adjacent Toy Town, Sea Lane, Ingoldmells, PE25 1LU
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts Empire Diner among the 1,919 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 | 1,919 | 89% | ← Empire Diner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 80 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 Empire Diner 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 Empire Diner, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Walk Diner Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2025 |
| Ice Cream World Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2025 |
| Bells Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 136 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 June 2025 |
| Flavourz Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 171 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2025 |
| Hakuna Matata Retailers - other | 171 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
| Ba Rumba Pub/bar/nightclub | 183 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 June 2025 |
| Grays Fish And Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 April 2024 |
| Grays Snack Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 April 2026 |
Questions about Empire Diner
What is Empire Diner's food hygiene rating?
Empire Diner has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 6 July 2024.
Is Empire Diner 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 restaurant to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Empire Diner last inspected?
Empire Diner was last inspected on 6 July 2024, more than 2 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 Empire Diner?
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 Empire Diner compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,161 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and Empire Diner is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects Empire Diner 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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