Lord Fitzclarence food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Portsmouth
Lord Fitzclarence 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 21 June 2023, 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: 68 Osborne Road, Southsea, PO5 3LU
How it compares in Portsmouth
That puts Lord Fitzclarence among the 978 places in Portsmouth holding top marks, 64% 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 | 978 | 64% | ← Lord Fitzclarence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 310 | 20% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 124 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 67 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 53 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 269 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 Lord Fitzclarence 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 Lord Fitzclarence, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| André's Food Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 27 August 2025 |
| Buckwells Of Southsea Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2026 |
| Auckland Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 90 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2017 |
| Autumn Vale Rest Home Caring Premises | 178 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 October 2025 |
| Boots Retailers - other | 233 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 February 2018 |
| Agora Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 236 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 July 2025 |
| Bobbys Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 286 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2025 |
| Blossom Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 383 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2026 |
Questions about Lord Fitzclarence
What is Lord Fitzclarence's food hygiene rating?
Lord Fitzclarence has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Portsmouth Council on 21 June 2023.
Is Lord Fitzclarence 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 Lord Fitzclarence last inspected?
Lord Fitzclarence was last inspected on 21 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Portsmouth Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Lord Fitzclarence?
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 Lord Fitzclarence compare to other places in Portsmouth?
64% of the 1,534 rated food businesses in Portsmouth hold the top rating of 5, and Lord Fitzclarence is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Portsmouth Council inspects Lord Fitzclarence 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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