Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry food hygiene rating
Mobile caterer · North Devon
Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the mobile caterer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 28 February 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: 55 Kingsway, South Molton, Devon, EX36 4AL
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry 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 Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Molton Community College School/college/university | 74 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2024 |
| South Molton Football Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 143 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 26 August 2025 |
| SMUG Supplements Retailers - other | 206 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2019 |
| South Side Stores Retailers - other | 275 yards away | 4 - Good | 10 December 2024 |
| Bengal Tiger Takeaway/sandwich shop | 275 yards away | 1 - Major improvement necessary | 4 August 2025 |
| South Molton Community Fridge Distributors/Transporters | 292 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2024 |
| Tarka Tots Caring Premises | 293 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2017 |
| Kiddywinks Neighbourhood Nursery Caring Premises | 329 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
Questions about Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry
What is Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry's food hygiene rating?
Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 28 February 2023.
Is Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry 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 mobile caterer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry last inspected?
Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry was last inspected on 28 February 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry?
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 Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Mother Hubbard's Food Pantry 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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