Patchwork Pantry food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Torbay
Patchwork Pantry 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 31 October 2023, 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: 189 Union Street Torquay Torbay, TQ1 4BY
How it compares in Torbay
That puts Patchwork Pantry among the 934 places in Torbay holding top marks, 81% 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 | 934 | 81% | ← Patchwork Pantry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 142 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 39 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 29 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 364 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 Patchwork Pantry 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 Patchwork Pantry, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Bistro Pub/bar/nightclub | 147 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2025 |
| Central Caffe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 206 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 April 2025 |
| Carters (Torre Stores) Retailers - other | 296 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2024 |
| Belgrave Stores Retailers - other | 358 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 February 2024 |
| Ashfield Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 367 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2013 |
| Brunchys Takeaway/sandwich shop | 367 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2025 |
| 74 Belgravia Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 380 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 July 2024 |
| Atlantis Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 393 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2024 |
Questions about Patchwork Pantry
What is Patchwork Pantry's food hygiene rating?
Patchwork Pantry has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Torbay Council on 31 October 2023.
Is Patchwork Pantry 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 Patchwork Pantry last inspected?
Patchwork Pantry was last inspected on 31 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Torbay Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Patchwork Pantry?
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 Patchwork Pantry compare to other places in Torbay?
81% of the 1,158 rated food businesses in Torbay hold the top rating of 5, and Patchwork Pantry is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Torbay Council inspects Patchwork Pantry 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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