Balby Rhino food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Doncaster
Balby Rhino 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 22 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: Flat 81 - 89 Balby Road, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 0RE
How it compares in Doncaster
That puts Balby Rhino among the 1,867 places in Doncaster holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,867 | 73% | ← Balby Rhino | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 383 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 183 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 45 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 73 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 6 | <1% |
A further 264 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 Balby Rhino 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 Balby Rhino, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicos Pizza and Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 244 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 October 2025 |
| Bliss Fast Food Mobile caterer | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Balby Bridge Off Licence Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 September 2024 |
| Bubl Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2024 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2025 |
| Back in Time Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2025 |
| 8-7-6 Roots Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 October 2024 |
| Bellissimo Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2025 |
Questions about Balby Rhino
What is Balby Rhino's food hygiene rating?
Balby Rhino has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Doncaster Council on 22 February 2024.
Is Balby Rhino 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 Balby Rhino last inspected?
Balby Rhino was last inspected on 22 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Doncaster Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Balby Rhino?
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 Balby Rhino compare to other places in Doncaster?
73% of the 2,557 rated food businesses in Doncaster hold the top rating of 5, and Balby Rhino is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Doncaster Council inspects Balby Rhino 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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