Lily's Umami food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Nottingham City
Lily's Umami holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 8 April 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: 21 Goose Gate, NG1 1FE
How it compares in Nottingham City
That puts Lily's Umami among the 2,404 places in Nottingham City 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 | 2,404 | 90% | ← Lily's Umami | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 168 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 58 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 12 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 30 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 346 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 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 Lily's Umami 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 Lily's Umami, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31K Bar and Yolk Pub/bar/nightclub | 21 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2024 |
| Asiana Express Retailers - other | 44 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2026 |
| Angel Microbrewery Pub/bar/nightclub | 94 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 June 2026 |
| Adams Refectory Nottingham College School/college/university | 151 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2024 |
| Albertina's Pizzeria Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 159 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2026 |
| Anoki Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 179 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
| Amigo's Takeaway/sandwich shop | 230 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 September 2024 |
| All Bar One Pub/bar/nightclub | 356 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 June 2026 |
Questions about Lily's Umami
What is Lily's Umami's food hygiene rating?
Lily's Umami has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Nottingham City Council on 8 April 2024.
Is Lily's Umami 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Lily's Umami last inspected?
Lily's Umami was last inspected on 8 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Nottingham City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Lily's Umami?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Lily's Umami compare to other places in Nottingham City?
90% of the 2,674 rated food businesses in Nottingham City hold the top rating of 5, and Lily's Umami is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Nottingham City Council inspects Lily's Umami 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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