The Alchemist NYS food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Manchester
The Alchemist NYS 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 29 February 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: 1 New York Street Manchester M1 4HD, 1 New York Street, Manchester, M1 4HD
How it compares in Manchester
That puts The Alchemist NYS among the 3,683 places in Manchester holding top marks, 71% 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 | 3,683 | 71% | ← The Alchemist NYS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 852 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 398 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 116 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 135 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 13 | <1% |
A further 1,145 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 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 The Alchemist NYS 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
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| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| AKA Sushi Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 102 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| 200 Degrees Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 157 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 July 2022 |
| All Bar One Pub/bar/nightclub | 237 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2023 |
| 0161 Flamin Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 293 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2025 |
| Admiral Casino Pub/bar/nightclub | 325 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 July 2024 |
| Aleef Newsagent Retailers - other | 333 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2012 |
| 10 Tib Lane Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 354 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2024 |
| Animaid Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 379 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2025 |
Questions about The Alchemist NYS
What is The Alchemist NYS's food hygiene rating?
The Alchemist NYS has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Manchester Council on 29 February 2024.
Is The Alchemist NYS 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 Alchemist NYS last inspected?
The Alchemist NYS was last inspected on 29 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Manchester Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Alchemist NYS?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Alchemist NYS compare to other places in Manchester?
71% of the 5,197 rated food businesses in Manchester hold the top rating of 5, and The Alchemist NYS is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Manchester Council inspects The Alchemist NYS 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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