Northern Monk Refectory MCR food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Manchester
Northern Monk Refectory MCR 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 25 March 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: 8-10 Tariff Street, Manchester, M1 2FR
How it compares in Manchester
That puts Northern Monk Refectory MCR 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% | ← Northern Monk Refectory MCR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Very 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 Northern Monk Refectory MCR 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 Northern Monk Refectory MCR, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Healthcare Distributors/Transporters | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 August 2023 |
| Brigg Infant School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Cafe 77 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2024 |
| Cherubs Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 October 2025 |
| Chillies Takeaway Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Burger King Other catering premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 April 2025 |
| Carnfield Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 May 2022 |
| Ceres Childrens Home Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2024 |
Questions about Northern Monk Refectory MCR
What is Northern Monk Refectory MCR's food hygiene rating?
Northern Monk Refectory MCR has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Manchester Council on 25 March 2023.
Is Northern Monk Refectory MCR 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 Northern Monk Refectory MCR last inspected?
Northern Monk Refectory MCR was last inspected on 25 March 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 Northern Monk Refectory MCR?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Northern Monk Refectory MCR compare to other places in Manchester?
71% of the 5,197 rated food businesses in Manchester hold the top rating of 5, and Northern Monk Refectory MCR is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Manchester Council inspects Northern Monk Refectory MCR 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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