The Chocolate Smiths Limited food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · North Tyneside
The Chocolate Smiths Limited holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 24 August 2022, 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: Unit G19, Tromso Close, Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate, NE29 7XH
How it compares in North Tyneside
That puts The Chocolate Smiths Limited among the 1,250 places in North Tyneside holding top marks, 87% 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 | 1,250 | 87% | ← The Chocolate Smiths Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 118 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 43 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 68 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 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 The Chocolate Smiths Limited 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 The Chocolate Smiths Limited, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3T Training Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 October 2025 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2026 |
| Avon Discount Store Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2023 |
| Best One Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 June 2026 |
| Beef, Cakes \& Shakes/Breakfast, Cakes \& Shakes Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 October 2024 |
| Billy Mill Stores Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 August 2024 |
| A-Z Premier Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2026 |
| Baristocracy Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
Questions about The Chocolate Smiths Limited
What is The Chocolate Smiths Limited's food hygiene rating?
The Chocolate Smiths Limited has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Tyneside Council on 24 August 2022.
Is The Chocolate Smiths Limited 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Chocolate Smiths Limited last inspected?
The Chocolate Smiths Limited was last inspected on 24 August 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Tyneside Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Chocolate Smiths Limited?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Chocolate Smiths Limited compare to other places in North Tyneside?
87% of the 1,440 rated food businesses in North Tyneside hold the top rating of 5, and The Chocolate Smiths Limited is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Tyneside Council inspects The Chocolate Smiths Limited 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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