The Veterans Association food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Thanet
The Veterans Association holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 3 November 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: 2 Surrey Gardens, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9SA
How it compares in Thanet
That puts The Veterans Association among the 1,413 places in Thanet 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 | 1,413 | 95% | ← The Veterans Association | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 51 | 3% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 75 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very 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 The Veterans Association 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 The Veterans Association, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christies Pub/bar/nightclub | 118 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 July 2025 |
| Bello's Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 217 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 October 2025 |
| Minnis Bay Fish & Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 217 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 May 2025 |
| Blend Coffee Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 223 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 October 2024 |
| Cafe B Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 223 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 October 2024 |
| Golden Bridge Takeaway/sandwich shop | 223 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 April 2025 |
| Birchington on Sea Bowls Club Other catering premises | 236 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 September 2025 |
| Beach House Caring Premises | 236 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
Questions about The Veterans Association
What is The Veterans Association's food hygiene rating?
The Veterans Association has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Thanet Council on 3 November 2023.
Is The Veterans Association 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Veterans Association last inspected?
The Veterans Association was last inspected on 3 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Thanet Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Veterans Association?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 The Veterans Association compare to other places in Thanet?
95% of the 1,480 rated food businesses in Thanet hold the top rating of 5, and The Veterans Association is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Thanet Council inspects The Veterans Association 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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