Anchor Bar food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Antrim and Newtownabbey
Anchor Bar holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub 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: 10c High Street, Towns Parks, Antrim, BT41 4AN
How it compares in Antrim and Newtownabbey
That puts Anchor Bar among the 849 places in Antrim and Newtownabbey holding top marks, 87% 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 | 849 | 87% | ← Anchor Bar | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 97 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 32 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 116 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 Anchor Bar 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 Anchor Bar, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antrims Village Minimart Retailers - other | 15 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2024 |
| Bushes Home Bakery Retailers - other | 15 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Massereene House Pub/bar/nightclub | 81 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2026 |
| Antalya kebab Pizza House & Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 91 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2025 |
| Pizza The Action Takeaway/sandwich shop | 91 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2025 |
| Railway Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 91 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2025 |
| Holland and Barrett Retailers - other | 94 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
| Asian Mix Store Limited Retailers - other | 94 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2025 |
Questions about Anchor Bar
What is Anchor Bar's food hygiene rating?
Anchor Bar has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Antrim and Newtownabbey Council on 27 February 2024.
Is Anchor Bar 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Anchor Bar last inspected?
Anchor Bar was last inspected on 27 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Antrim and Newtownabbey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Anchor Bar?
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 Anchor Bar compare to other places in Antrim and Newtownabbey?
87% of the 981 rated food businesses in Antrim and Newtownabbey hold the top rating of 5, and Anchor Bar is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Antrim and Newtownabbey Council inspects Anchor Bar 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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