Buddha Hale food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Trafford
Buddha Hale 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 26 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: 161-163 Ashley Road, Hale, WA15 9SD
How it compares in Trafford
That puts Buddha Hale among the 1,611 places in Trafford holding top marks, 81% 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 | 1,611 | 81% | ← Buddha Hale | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 216 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 87 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 24 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 209 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 Buddha Hale 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 Buddha Hale, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Brown's Hale Pub/bar/nightclub | 145 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 January 2026 |
| Capuchin Coffee Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 156 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2025 |
| Canada Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 163 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2025 |
| Aspire Gym Retailers - other | 288 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 September 2024 |
| Altrincham Borough Bowling Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 419 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2006 |
| Bowdon Preparatory School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 November 2024 |
| Altrincham Little Theatre Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2024 |
| A Bloc Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2025 |
Questions about Buddha Hale
What is Buddha Hale's food hygiene rating?
Buddha Hale has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Trafford Council on 26 April 2024.
Is Buddha Hale 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 Buddha Hale last inspected?
Buddha Hale was last inspected on 26 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Trafford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Buddha Hale?
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 Buddha Hale compare to other places in Trafford?
81% of the 1,982 rated food businesses in Trafford hold the top rating of 5, and Buddha Hale is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Trafford Council inspects Buddha Hale 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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