The Lowther food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Newcastle Upon Tyne
The Lowther holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 17 October 2023, 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: 16 - 20 Newgate Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5RG
How it compares in Newcastle Upon Tyne
That puts The Lowther among the 1,895 places in Newcastle Upon Tyne holding top marks, 75% 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 | 1,895 | 75% | ← The Lowther | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 318 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 178 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 83 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 40 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 11 | <1% |
A further 200 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 Very 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 Lowther 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 Lowther, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acropolis Street Food Retailers - other | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2024 |
| Admiral Amusements Other catering premises | 152 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 September 2023 |
| Athena Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 166 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2024 |
| Ameens Takeaway/sandwich shop | 173 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2025 |
| Amorino Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 193 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2025 |
| Bamboo Milk Tea Takeaway/sandwich shop | 201 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2025 |
| All Bar One Pub/bar/nightclub | 250 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2025 |
| 100 Grey Street Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 266 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2025 |
Questions about The Lowther
What is The Lowther's food hygiene rating?
The Lowther has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Newcastle Upon Tyne Council on 17 October 2023.
Is The Lowther 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Lowther last inspected?
The Lowther was last inspected on 17 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Newcastle Upon Tyne Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Lowther?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Lowther compare to other places in Newcastle Upon Tyne?
75% of the 2,525 rated food businesses in Newcastle Upon Tyne hold the top rating of 5, and The Lowther is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Newcastle Upon Tyne Council inspects The Lowther 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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