Gary's Of Pontefract food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Wakefield
Gary's Of Pontefract 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 15 October 2025, 9 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: 31 Market Place, Pontefract, WF8 1AG
How it compares in Wakefield
That puts Gary's Of Pontefract among the 2,118 places in Wakefield holding top marks, 79% 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 | 2,118 | 79% | ← Gary's Of Pontefract | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 436 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 85 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 36 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 366 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Gary's Of Pontefract, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 15 December 2014 |
| Ancient Borough Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 5 December 2018 |
| Admiral Casino Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 78 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2022 |
| Cartners Cafe Bar Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 119 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2025 |
| Beastfair Vaults Pub/bar/nightclub | 148 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 October 2025 |
| Blondies Brewhouse & Bakes Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 159 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 April 2026 |
| Bar Liquid Pub/bar/nightclub | 162 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2024 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 163 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 August 2024 |
Questions about Gary's Of Pontefract
What is Gary's Of Pontefract's food hygiene rating?
Gary's Of Pontefract has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Wakefield Council on 15 October 2025.
Is Gary's Of Pontefract 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 Gary's Of Pontefract last inspected?
Gary's Of Pontefract was last inspected on 15 October 2025, 9 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Wakefield Council rather than by the business.
How does Gary's Of Pontefract compare to other places in Wakefield?
79% of the 2,697 rated food businesses in Wakefield hold the top rating of 5, and Gary's Of Pontefract is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Wakefield Council inspects Gary's Of Pontefract 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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