Paul Read food hygiene rating
Farmers/growers · Hastings
Paul Read holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 23 November 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: Fishing Beach The Stade, Hastings
How it compares in Hastings
That puts Paul Read among the 749 places in Hastings holding top marks, 91% 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 | 749 | 91% | ← Paul Read | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 37 | 5% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 23 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 90 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 Paul Read 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 Paul Read, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlackBox Pub/bar/nightclub | 95 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 August 2025 |
| A Hole Lot of Love Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 99 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2025 |
| Bolthole Old Town Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 99 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 March 2025 |
| Anchor Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 103 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2025 |
| Aroma Coffee Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 117 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 September 2025 |
| Age UK East Sussex Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 140 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2024 |
| Booh Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 180 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 August 2025 |
| Albion Pasties Takeaway/sandwich shop | 189 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 September 2025 |
Questions about Paul Read
What is Paul Read's food hygiene rating?
Paul Read has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hastings Council on 23 November 2023.
Is Paul Read 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 producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Paul Read last inspected?
Paul Read was last inspected on 23 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hastings Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Paul Read?
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 Paul Read compare to other places in Hastings?
91% of the 821 rated food businesses in Hastings hold the top rating of 5, and Paul Read is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hastings Council inspects Paul Read 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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