The George and Dragon food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Cherwell
The George and Dragon holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the restaurant met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 4 July 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: George And Dragon Church Lane, Shutford, OX15 6PG
How it compares in Cherwell
That puts The George and Dragon among the 977 places in Cherwell holding top marks, 80% 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 | 977 | 80% | ← The George and Dragon | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 157 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 65 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 103 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 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 The George and Dragon 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 The George and Dragon, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tadmarton Village Hall Other catering premises | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 March 2026 |
| The Lampet Arms Other catering premises | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2024 |
| The Stags Head Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.5 miles away | 4 - Good | 21 April 2023 |
| Thomas Franks Ltd @ Swalcliffe Park School School/college/university | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2025 |
| Shenington Village Hall Other catering premises | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 July 2017 |
| The Bell At Shenington Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 March 2023 |
| Ember Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2025 |
| The Chandlers Arms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.0 miles away | 4 - Good | 11 September 2024 |
Questions about The George and Dragon
What is The George and Dragon's food hygiene rating?
The George and Dragon has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cherwell Council on 4 July 2024.
Is The George and Dragon 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 restaurant to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The George and Dragon last inspected?
The George and Dragon was last inspected on 4 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cherwell Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The George and Dragon?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 The George and Dragon compare to other places in Cherwell?
80% of the 1,221 rated food businesses in Cherwell hold the top rating of 5, and The George and Dragon is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cherwell Council inspects The George and Dragon 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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