Eaton Aerospace food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · North Devon
Eaton Aerospace holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the restaurant met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 7 November 2024, 20 months ago. That is getting on for the longest gap councils usually leave, so the score may not reflect how the business is run today.
Address: Pathfields Industrial Estate, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3DW
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Eaton Aerospace among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Eaton Aerospace | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 Very 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 Eaton Aerospace 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 Eaton Aerospace, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| M J Caterers T/A The Benita Community Project C.I.C. Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 211 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 March 2025 |
| Mole Valley Farmers Retailers - other | 211 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2024 |
| Simmons Fruit Sales Retailers - other | 211 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2025 |
| Lous Snack Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 246 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 19 March 2025 |
| Algapelago Marine Distributors/Transporters | 350 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2026 |
| The Exmoor Feasting Company Manufacturers/packers | 355 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2025 |
| Rock and Rapid Adventures Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 392 yards away | 4 - Good | 17 July 2013 |
| Kenniford Farm Kitchen Mobile caterer | 400 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2025 |
Questions about Eaton Aerospace
What is Eaton Aerospace's food hygiene rating?
Eaton Aerospace has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 7 November 2024.
Is Eaton Aerospace 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 restaurant to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Eaton Aerospace last inspected?
Eaton Aerospace was last inspected on 7 November 2024, 20 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Eaton Aerospace?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Eaton Aerospace compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Eaton Aerospace is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Eaton Aerospace 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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