International Food and Drink food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Boston
International Food and Drink 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 29 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: International Food And Drink, 13 Boston Road, PE20 1DT
How it compares in Boston
That puts International Food and Drink among the 520 places in Boston holding top marks, 90% 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 | 520 | 90% | ← International Food and Drink | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 35 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 17 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 57 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 International Food and Drink 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 International Food and Drink, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keshco Supermarket Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2019 |
| Evelyn’s Bakery Takeaway/sandwich shop | 99 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2025 |
| Kirton Cottage Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 114 yards away | 0 - Urgent improvement necessary | 29 January 2026 |
| The Codfather Takeaway/sandwich shop | 124 yards away | 4 - Good | 17 December 2025 |
| Co-op Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 131 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2018 |
| Four Seasons Garden Takeaway/sandwich shop | 131 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 4 February 2026 |
| Chilli Hut Takeaway/sandwich shop | 134 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2024 |
| Woodlands Court Caring Premises | 137 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 5 November 2025 |
Questions about International Food and Drink
What is International Food and Drink's food hygiene rating?
International Food and Drink has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Boston Council on 29 November 2023.
Is International Food and Drink 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 International Food and Drink last inspected?
International Food and Drink was last inspected on 29 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Boston Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at International Food and Drink?
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 International Food and Drink compare to other places in Boston?
90% of the 581 rated food businesses in Boston hold the top rating of 5, and International Food and Drink is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Boston Council inspects International Food and Drink 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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