Paradise food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Lichfield
Paradise holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 16 September 2025, 9 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: 23 - 25 Sandford Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6QA
How it compares in Lichfield
That puts Paradise among the 589 places in Lichfield holding top marks, 75% 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 | 589 | 75% | ← Paradise | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 133 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 53 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 76 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 Paradise 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 Paradise, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse & Jockey Pub/bar/nightclub | 57 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
| Lichfield City Centre Premier Inn Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 62 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2024 |
| Bar Home Pub/bar/nightclub | 79 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2024 |
| Lal Bagh Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 88 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| ASK Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 90 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 July 2025 |
| Lichfield Pizza & Kebab House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 94 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2024 |
| Eastern Eye Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 100 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2025 |
| Angel Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 132 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2024 |
Questions about Paradise
What is Paradise's food hygiene rating?
Paradise has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Lichfield Council on 16 September 2025.
Is Paradise 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Paradise last inspected?
Paradise was last inspected on 16 September 2025, 9 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Lichfield Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Paradise?
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 Paradise compare to other places in Lichfield?
75% of the 785 rated food businesses in Lichfield hold the top rating of 5, and Paradise is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Lichfield Council inspects Paradise 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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