Pentagon Service Station food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Derby City
Pentagon Service Station 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 20 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: Pentagon Service Station, 400 Chequers Road, Derby, DE21 6EN
How it compares in Derby City
That puts Pentagon Service Station among the 1,447 places in Derby City 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 | 1,447 | 73% | ← Pentagon Service Station | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 297 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 164 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 12 | 1% |
A further 315 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 Very 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 Pentagon Service Station 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 Pentagon Service Station, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaufort Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2023 |
| Alexandra Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
| Anoki Ltd / Express Range Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2026 |
| AIP Ltd @ Derwent Community School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2025 |
| Baxter Storey at Severn Trent Water Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2024 |
| Aramark @ Derby College Group The Roundhouse Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 November 2022 |
| Better Together Community Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2025 |
| Birds (Derby) Ltd Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2025 |
Questions about Pentagon Service Station
What is Pentagon Service Station's food hygiene rating?
Pentagon Service Station has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Derby City Council on 20 June 2023.
Is Pentagon Service Station 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 Pentagon Service Station last inspected?
Pentagon Service Station was last inspected on 20 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Derby City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Pentagon Service Station?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Pentagon Service Station compare to other places in Derby City?
73% of the 1,976 rated food businesses in Derby City hold the top rating of 5, and Pentagon Service Station is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Derby City Council inspects Pentagon Service Station 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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