Masala Bites food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Antrim and Newtownabbey
Masala Bites holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 9 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: 68 Main Street, Ballytromery, Crumlin, BT29 4UR
How it compares in Antrim and Newtownabbey
That puts Masala Bites among the 849 places in Antrim and Newtownabbey holding top marks, 87% 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 | 849 | 87% | ← Masala Bites | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 97 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 32 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 116 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 Masala Bites 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 Masala Bites, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushes Home Bakery Manufacturers/packers | at this address | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2026 |
| Dans Fruit & Veg Shop Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2023 |
| Deez Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 15 April 2025 |
| The Greedy Goat Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2026 |
| Brewed Bistro Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 4 - Good | 15 April 2025 |
| The Fiddlers Inn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 4 - Good | 4 March 2026 |
| Medicare Crumlin Retailers - other | at this address | Exempt | |
| Sharon’s confectionery Retailers - other | 39 yards away | Exempt |
Questions about Masala Bites
What is Masala Bites's food hygiene rating?
Masala Bites has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Antrim and Newtownabbey Council on 9 July 2024.
Is Masala Bites 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Masala Bites last inspected?
Masala Bites was last inspected on 9 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Antrim and Newtownabbey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Masala Bites?
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 Masala Bites compare to other places in Antrim and Newtownabbey?
87% of the 981 rated food businesses in Antrim and Newtownabbey hold the top rating of 5, and Masala Bites is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Antrim and Newtownabbey Council inspects Masala Bites 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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