Not Only Dumplings food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Hounslow
Not Only Dumplings 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 15 March 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: 86 Manor Vale, Brentford, TW8 9JN
How it compares in Hounslow
That puts Not Only Dumplings among the 1,324 places in Hounslow holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,324 | 73% | ← Not Only Dumplings | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 314 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 125 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 412 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 Not Only Dumplings 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
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| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anya's Way Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 April 2024 |
| Armenian Church Trust UK Limited Other catering premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2024 |
| Aktiva Camps At Mount Carmel RC Primary School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 August 2025 |
| Anima Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2026 |
| Accent Catering @ Bolder Academy School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 April 2024 |
| Apple Tree Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2024 |
| Accent Catering Services @ The Green School for Girls School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 May 2022 |
Questions about Not Only Dumplings
What is Not Only Dumplings's food hygiene rating?
Not Only Dumplings has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hounslow Council on 15 March 2023.
Is Not Only Dumplings 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 Not Only Dumplings last inspected?
Not Only Dumplings was last inspected on 15 March 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hounslow Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Not Only Dumplings?
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 Not Only Dumplings compare to other places in Hounslow?
73% of the 1,817 rated food businesses in Hounslow hold the top rating of 5, and Not Only Dumplings is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hounslow Council inspects Not Only Dumplings 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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