AK's Diner food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · South Tyneside
AK's Diner holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
This is a fresh result: AK's Diner was inspected on 25 June 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: 190 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE33 4AQ
How it compares in South Tyneside
That puts AK's Diner among the 721 places in South Tyneside holding top marks, 74% 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 | 721 | 74% | ← AK's Diner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 164 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 65 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 19 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 63 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 AK's Diner 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 AK's Diner, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashlea Mews Caring Premises | 120 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 286 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2014 |
| Bosh Kitchen 24 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 355 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2024 |
| Armstrong Hall Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 372 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2026 |
| Arts 4 Wellbeing Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 400 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 August 2015 |
| Ahmeds International Superstore Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 August 2025 |
| Aneesas Buffet Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2025 |
| British Food Mart Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2024 |
Questions about AK's Diner
What is AK's Diner's food hygiene rating?
AK's Diner has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Tyneside Council on 25 June 2026.
Is AK's Diner 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was AK's Diner last inspected?
AK's Diner was last inspected on 25 June 2026, within the last month. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Tyneside Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at AK's Diner?
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 AK's Diner compare to other places in South Tyneside?
74% of the 975 rated food businesses in South Tyneside hold the top rating of 5, and AK's Diner is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Tyneside Council inspects AK's Diner 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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