Sohaza Ltd food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Ipswich
Sohaza Ltd 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 19 January 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: European Grocery Store, 142 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich, IP3 8EF
How it compares in Ipswich
That puts Sohaza Ltd among the 989 places in Ipswich holding top marks, 95% 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 | 989 | 95% | ← Sohaza Ltd | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 41 | 4% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 76 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 Sohaza Ltd 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 Sohaza Ltd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baytree Pizza Mobile caterer | 105 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2024 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 238 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 October 2019 |
| Asia Delight Other catering premises | 292 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2024 |
| Amar Bros Retailers - other | 423 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 February 2016 |
| Bishops Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 November 2023 |
| Amber Mini Market Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2026 |
| Boss Chicken Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2025 |
| Bella Napoli Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 August 2023 |
Questions about Sohaza Ltd
What is Sohaza Ltd's food hygiene rating?
Sohaza Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Ipswich Council on 19 January 2023.
Is Sohaza Ltd 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 Sohaza Ltd last inspected?
Sohaza Ltd was last inspected on 19 January 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Ipswich Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Sohaza Ltd?
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 Sohaza Ltd compare to other places in Ipswich?
95% of the 1,044 rated food businesses in Ipswich hold the top rating of 5, and Sohaza Ltd is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Ipswich Council inspects Sohaza Ltd 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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