South Shields African Foods Store food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · South Tyneside
South Shields African Foods Store 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 18 August 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: Unit 2, 5 Frederick Street, South Shields, NE33 5DY
How it compares in South Tyneside
That puts South Shields African Foods Store among the 721 places in South Tyneside holding top marks, 74% 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 | 721 | 74% | ← South Shields African Foods Store | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 164 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 65 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 19 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 63 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 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 South Shields African Foods Store 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 South Shields African Foods Store, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aneesas Express Other catering premises | 43 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 August 2024 |
| Ahmeds International Superstore Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 176 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 August 2025 |
| Aneesas Buffet Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 176 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2025 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 436 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2014 |
| Bar Blue Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 December 2025 |
| AK's Diner Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2026 |
| Ashlea Mews Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| AB Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2025 |
Questions about South Shields African Foods Store
What is South Shields African Foods Store's food hygiene rating?
South Shields African Foods Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Tyneside Council on 18 August 2023.
Is South Shields African Foods Store 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 South Shields African Foods Store last inspected?
South Shields African Foods Store was last inspected on 18 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Tyneside Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at South Shields African Foods Store?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 South Shields African Foods Store compare to other places in South Tyneside?
74% of the 975 rated food businesses in South Tyneside hold the top rating of 5, and South Shields African Foods Store is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Tyneside Council inspects South Shields African Foods Store 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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