Sams 99p food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Enfield
Sams 99p 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 September 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: 14 West Mall, London, N9 0AL
How it compares in Enfield
That puts Sams 99p among the 1,251 places in Enfield holding top marks, 59% 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 | 1,251 | 59% | ← Sams 99p | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 440 | 21% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 227 | 11% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 96 | 5% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 93 | 4% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 7 | <1% |
A further 259 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 Sams 99p 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 Sams 99p, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | at this address | 5 - Very good | 21 April 2026 |
| Aspens Services Ltd School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 June 2025 |
| Aspens Services Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2025 |
| Ancilla Soup Kitchen Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2025 |
| Aqua Chemist Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 September 2023 |
| Askin Organization Ltd Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2025 |
| Arista Kids Ltd Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2025 |
| Arthur Lodge Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2026 |
Questions about Sams 99p
What is Sams 99p's food hygiene rating?
Sams 99p has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Enfield Council on 20 September 2023.
Is Sams 99p 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 Sams 99p last inspected?
Sams 99p was last inspected on 20 September 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Enfield Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Sams 99p?
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 Sams 99p compare to other places in Enfield?
59% of the 2,114 rated food businesses in Enfield hold the top rating of 5, and Sams 99p is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Enfield Council inspects Sams 99p 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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