Elizabeth & Ernest food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Teignbridge
Elizabeth & Ernest holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 17 July 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: Unit 12 Lapthorne Industrial Estate Totnes Road Ipplepen Devon, TQ12 5TN
How it compares in Teignbridge
That puts Elizabeth & Ernest among the 1,034 places in Teignbridge holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,034 | 89% | ← Elizabeth & Ernest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 70 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 36 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 166 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 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 Elizabeth & Ernest 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 Elizabeth & Ernest, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dainton Park Golf Course Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 76 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2025 |
| Ipplepen Community Hub Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2025 |
| Ipplepen Conservative Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2018 |
| Co-operative Group Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2025 |
| Food For Thought Lunch Club Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2025 |
| Ipplepen Pre-School (Saplings) Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2026 |
| Ipplepen Primary School School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2024 |
| Dornafield Club Campsite Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2023 |
Questions about Elizabeth & Ernest
What is Elizabeth & Ernest's food hygiene rating?
Elizabeth & Ernest has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Teignbridge Council on 17 July 2023.
Is Elizabeth & Ernest 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Elizabeth & Ernest last inspected?
Elizabeth & Ernest was last inspected on 17 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Teignbridge Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Elizabeth & Ernest?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Elizabeth & Ernest compare to other places in Teignbridge?
89% of the 1,158 rated food businesses in Teignbridge hold the top rating of 5, and Elizabeth & Ernest is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Teignbridge Council inspects Elizabeth & Ernest 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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