BG Food Avenue food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · West Suffolk
BG Food Avenue holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business 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: Unit 1 And 2 Menta Business Centre, 21-27 Hollands Road, Haverhill, CB9 8PU
How it compares in West Suffolk
That puts BG Food Avenue among the 1,349 places in West Suffolk holding top marks, 91% 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 | 1,349 | 91% | ← BG Food Avenue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 25 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 241 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 BG Food Avenue 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 BG Food Avenue, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| E Loyal Retailers - other | 12 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 April 2024 |
| CH Bakes Manufacturers/packers | 19 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2024 |
| Awebox Ltd Retailers - other | 38 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 December 2022 |
| Huffers Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 38 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 January 2024 |
| Golden Apples Day Nursery Ltd Caring Premises | 139 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 August 2025 |
| Dizzy's Day Nursery School/college/university | 178 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 September 2025 |
| Spice & Seasoning International Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 225 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2022 |
| Associated Casing Co Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 293 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2022 |
Questions about BG Food Avenue
What is BG Food Avenue's food hygiene rating?
BG Food Avenue has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Suffolk Council on 27 February 2024.
Is BG Food Avenue 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was BG Food Avenue last inspected?
BG Food Avenue was last inspected on 27 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at BG Food Avenue?
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 BG Food Avenue compare to other places in West Suffolk?
91% of the 1,483 rated food businesses in West Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and BG Food Avenue is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Suffolk Council inspects BG Food Avenue 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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