Bubble \& Cone food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Darlington
Bubble \& Cone 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 3 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: 19 Cornmill Centre, Darlington, DL1 1LS
How it compares in Darlington
That puts Bubble \& Cone among the 755 places in Darlington 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 | 755 | 90% | ← Bubble \& Cone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 48 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 19 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 79 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 Bubble \& Cone 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 Bubble \& Cone, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe W Retailers - other | 30 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2025 |
| Boot And Shoe Pub/bar/nightclub | 147 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2025 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 165 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 July 2023 |
| Banqo Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 178 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2025 |
| B & M Retail Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 180 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2025 |
| Bodega Delizia Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 188 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2025 |
| Bronuts Bakes \& Beyond Other catering premises | 188 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2024 |
| Blair And Sons Retailers - other | 199 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2026 |
Questions about Bubble \& Cone
What is Bubble \& Cone's food hygiene rating?
Bubble \& Cone has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Darlington Council on 3 May 2024.
Is Bubble \& Cone 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 Bubble \& Cone last inspected?
Bubble \& Cone was last inspected on 3 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Darlington Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Bubble \& Cone?
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 Bubble \& Cone compare to other places in Darlington?
90% of the 836 rated food businesses in Darlington hold the top rating of 5, and Bubble \& Cone is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Darlington Council inspects Bubble \& Cone 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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