The New Cross food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Manchester
The New Cross 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 22 June 2023, more than 3 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: 6 Cross Keys Street, Manchester, M4 5ET
How it compares in Manchester
That puts The New Cross 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 New Cross | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 853 | 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 Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very 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 New Cross 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 New Cross, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC Hotel by Marriot Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 124 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 September 2024 |
| 63 Degrees Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 158 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 October 2024 |
| Ad - Hoc Wines Retailers - other | 244 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 April 2022 |
| Ancoats General Store Retailers - other | 292 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 May 2016 |
| American Pies Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 326 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2025 |
| Abbey College Manchester School/college/university | 328 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2025 |
| 19 Cafe Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 January 2024 |
| Aleef Newsagent Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2012 |
Questions about The New Cross
What is The New Cross's food hygiene rating?
The New Cross has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Manchester Council on 22 June 2023.
Is The New Cross 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 The New Cross last inspected?
The New Cross was last inspected on 22 June 2023, more than 3 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 New Cross?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The New Cross compare to other places in Manchester?
71% of the 5,198 rated food businesses in Manchester hold the top rating of 5, and The New Cross is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Manchester Council inspects The New Cross 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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