Candy Boutique food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Durham
Candy Boutique 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 7 May 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: Unit 8 Vane Tempest Hall Maynards Row, Gilesgate, DH1 1QF
How it compares in Durham
That puts Candy Boutique among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Candy Boutique | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 683 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 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 Candy Boutique 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 Candy Boutique, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham City Baptist Church Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2025 |
| Bells Fish & Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 April 2025 |
| Catholic Parish of the Durham Martyrs Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2025 |
| Durham Chinese Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 July 2025 |
| Craft Burger Durham Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 August 2025 |
| Durham Masonic Hall Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2025 |
| Dominos Durham-East Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 June 2026 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 August 2025 |
Questions about Candy Boutique
What is Candy Boutique's food hygiene rating?
Candy Boutique has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 7 May 2024.
Is Candy Boutique 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 Candy Boutique last inspected?
Candy Boutique was last inspected on 7 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Candy Boutique?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Candy Boutique compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Candy Boutique is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Candy Boutique 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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