These Things Happen food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Sunderland
These Things Happen 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 27 February 2024, 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: Harbour View, Sunderland, SR6 0NL
How it compares in Sunderland
That puts These Things Happen among the 1,634 places in Sunderland 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 | 1,634 | 84% | ← These Things Happen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 193 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 20 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 365 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 These Things Happen 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 These Things Happen, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amigo Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2025 |
| Abingdon Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2018 |
| Antico Restaurant Roker Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 March 2026 |
| Abbey Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2024 |
| Bede's Bakehouse Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 November 2023 |
| B&M Bargains Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 January 2020 |
| A.J.Newsagents Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 November 2021 |
| Albany House Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2025 |
Questions about These Things Happen
What is These Things Happen's food hygiene rating?
These Things Happen has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Sunderland Council on 27 February 2024.
Is These Things Happen 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 These Things Happen last inspected?
These Things Happen was last inspected on 27 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Sunderland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at These Things Happen?
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 These Things Happen compare to other places in Sunderland?
84% of the 1,946 rated food businesses in Sunderland hold the top rating of 5, and These Things Happen is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Sunderland Council inspects These Things Happen 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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