House of Bread food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Lewisham
House of Bread 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: Church Of The God Of Prophecy, 39 Kitto Road, London, SE14 5TW
How it compares in Lewisham
That puts House of Bread among the 1,252 places in Lewisham holding top marks, 62% 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 | 1,252 | 62% | ← House of Bread | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 453 | 23% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 235 | 12% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 37 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 464 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 House of Bread 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 House of Bread, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agincare Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2025 |
| Alanya Steak & Kebab House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2025 |
| 2ts cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2026 |
| Angel oak Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 July 2025 |
| 081 pizzeria Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2025 |
| Angels bakery Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2024 |
| A family convenience store uk ltd Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2025 |
| Aldi stores limited Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2026 |
Questions about House of Bread
What is House of Bread's food hygiene rating?
House of Bread has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Lewisham Council on 20 June 2023.
Is House of Bread 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 House of Bread last inspected?
House of Bread was last inspected on 20 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Lewisham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at House of Bread?
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 House of Bread compare to other places in Lewisham?
62% of the 2,009 rated food businesses in Lewisham hold the top rating of 5, and House of Bread is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Lewisham Council inspects House of Bread 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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