Chinese Emperor food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Manchester
Chinese Emperor 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 6 March 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: 440 Burnage Lane, Manchester, M19 1LH
How it compares in Manchester
That puts Chinese Emperor 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% | ← Chinese Emperor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Chinese Emperor 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 Chinese Emperor, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatolian Cuisine Handmade Ltd Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2023 |
| 0-2-5 Day Nursery (Creche) Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 August 2025 |
| Arabian Shawarma Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 October 2024 |
| Acacias Community Primary School School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| Backs Deli Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2026 |
| ABM Catering @ The Woodlands Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
Questions about Chinese Emperor
What is Chinese Emperor's food hygiene rating?
Chinese Emperor has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Manchester Council on 6 March 2024.
Is Chinese Emperor 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 Chinese Emperor last inspected?
Chinese Emperor was last inspected on 6 March 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 Chinese Emperor?
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 Chinese Emperor compare to other places in Manchester?
71% of the 5,197 rated food businesses in Manchester hold the top rating of 5, and Chinese Emperor is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Manchester Council inspects Chinese Emperor 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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