Big Chief Waffles food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · North Devon
Big Chief Waffles holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 21 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: Barton Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7DF
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Big Chief Waffles among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Big Chief Waffles | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 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 Big Chief Waffles 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 Big Chief Waffles, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barn Pub/bar/nightclub | 3 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2025 |
| Funder Island Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 40 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 May 2025 |
| Bob's Mobile caterer | 83 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2024 |
| The Captains Table Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 94 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Bar Electric Pub/bar/nightclub | 95 yards away | 4 - Good | 16 May 2025 |
| Woolacombe Foodstore Ltd Retailers - other | 102 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 25 October 2024 |
| Fudgies Retailers - other | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2024 |
| The Beach House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2024 |
Questions about Big Chief Waffles
What is Big Chief Waffles's food hygiene rating?
Big Chief Waffles has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 21 May 2024.
Is Big Chief Waffles 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Big Chief Waffles last inspected?
Big Chief Waffles was last inspected on 21 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Big Chief Waffles?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Big Chief Waffles compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Big Chief Waffles is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Big Chief Waffles 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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