Darcie's Catering food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · South Kesteven
Darcie's Catering holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
This is a fresh result: Darcie's Catering was inspected on 25 August 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
94% of rated food businesses in South Kesteven score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all South Kesteven ratings →
Address: 4 Chambers Street, Grantham, NG31 8BL
How it compares in South Kesteven
That puts Darcie's Catering among the 933 places in South Kesteven holding top marks, 84% 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 | 933 | 84% | ← Darcie's Catering | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 113 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 44 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 83 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 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 Darcie's Catering 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 Darcie's Catering, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grantham Masonic Club Committee Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2023 |
| Albion House Day Nursery Caring Premises | 77 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2026 |
| Belvoir House Care Home Caring Premises | 103 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2025 |
| Gregory House Caring Premises | 202 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 January 2026 |
| Daily Delights Food Retailers - other | 215 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2025 |
| Grantham Passage Caring Premises | 255 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2026 |
| Grantham House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 347 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2025 |
| Asda Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 393 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
Questions about Darcie's Catering
What is Darcie's Catering's food hygiene rating?
Darcie's Catering has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Kesteven Council on 25 August 2026.
Is Darcie's Catering 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Darcie's Catering last inspected?
Darcie's Catering was last inspected on 25 August 2026, within the last month. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Kesteven Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Darcie's Catering?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Darcie's Catering compare to other places in South Kesteven?
84% of the 1,113 rated food businesses in South Kesteven hold the top rating of 5, and Darcie's Catering is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Kesteven Council inspects Darcie's Catering 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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