Above Decks food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Torbay
Above Decks holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 28 April 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: Torquay Marina Pontoon F12 MDL Vaughan Road Torquay, TQ2 5EQ
How it compares in Torbay
That puts Above Decks among the 934 places in Torbay holding top marks, 80% 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 | 80% | ← Above Decks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 144 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 39 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 361 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 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 Above Decks 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 Above Decks, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allsorts Retailers - other | 200 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2016 |
| Cafe 33 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 217 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2025 |
| Best kebab and pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 287 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 October 2024 |
| Amici Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 318 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2025 |
| Arena Torquay Pub/bar/nightclub | 415 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2025 |
| Box Office Lounge Pub/bar/nightclub | 415 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2026 |
| Carters Abbey Stores Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2024 |
| Boots UK Limited Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2024 |
Questions about Above Decks
What is Above Decks's food hygiene rating?
Above Decks has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Torbay Council on 28 April 2023.
Is Above Decks 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Above Decks last inspected?
Above Decks was last inspected on 28 April 2023, more than 3 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 Above Decks?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Above Decks compare to other places in Torbay?
80% of the 1,161 rated food businesses in Torbay hold the top rating of 5, and Above Decks is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Torbay Council inspects Above Decks 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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