Ali Store food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Darlington
Ali Store 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 10 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: 116 Whitby Way, Darlington, DL3 9UH
How it compares in Darlington
That puts Ali Store 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% | ← Ali Store | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Ali Store 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 Ali Store, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain Wok Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 7 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2026 |
| Busy Bees At Darlington Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2024 |
| Cactus Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2025 |
| Bates Avenue Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2025 |
| B\& M Stores Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 November 2023 |
| China House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2026 |
| Cockerton Methodist Church Lunch Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 March 2026 |
Questions about Ali Store
What is Ali Store's food hygiene rating?
Ali Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Darlington Council on 10 May 2024.
Is Ali Store 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 Ali Store last inspected?
Ali Store was last inspected on 10 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 Ali Store?
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 Ali Store compare to other places in Darlington?
90% of the 836 rated food businesses in Darlington hold the top rating of 5, and Ali Store is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Darlington Council inspects Ali Store 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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