Golden Lion food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · North Somerset
Golden Lion holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 28 February 2024, 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: 95 High Street, Worle, BS22 6ET
How it compares in North Somerset
That puts Golden Lion among the 1,162 places in North Somerset holding top marks, 75% 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 | 1,162 | 75% | ← Golden Lion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 292 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 19 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 117 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 Golden Lion 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 Golden Lion, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspens @ Worle Village Primary School Other catering premises | 287 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2026 |
| Astills Of Worle Retailers - other | 335 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2026 |
| @Worle Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 377 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2026 |
| Aspens @ St Martins Junior School Other catering premises | 395 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
| Aspens @ Worle Community School Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| 5tar Fish and Gourmet Kebabs Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2025 |
| Caterplus @ Alliance Homes Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2026 |
| Boots UK Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 December 2025 |
Questions about Golden Lion
What is Golden Lion's food hygiene rating?
Golden Lion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Somerset Council on 28 February 2024.
Is Golden Lion 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Golden Lion last inspected?
Golden Lion was last inspected on 28 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Somerset Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Golden Lion?
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 Golden Lion compare to other places in North Somerset?
75% of the 1,552 rated food businesses in North Somerset hold the top rating of 5, and Golden Lion is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Somerset Council inspects Golden Lion 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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Golden Lion is one of 45 rated food businesses in Weston-super-Mare North Somer. See every hygiene rating in Weston-super-Mare North Somer →
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