Victoria Hotel food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Blackburn
Victoria Hotel 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 13 August 2023, 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: 94 Sudell Road, Darwen, BB3 3HW
How it compares in Blackburn
That puts Victoria Hotel among the 738 places in Blackburn holding top marks, 69% 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 | 738 | 69% | ← Victoria Hotel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 136 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 84 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 5% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 66 | 6% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 233 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 Victoria Hotel 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 Victoria Hotel, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lees Cantonese Takeaway/sandwich shop | 26 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2025 |
| Carla's Retailers - other | 28 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 April 2022 |
| Inspira Care Caring Premises | 99 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 August 2023 |
| Marsh House Chippy Takeaway/sandwich shop | 135 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2025 |
| Edmund Street Off Licence Retailers - other | 147 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 August 2022 |
| Caterlink @Sudell Primary School School/college/university | 157 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 July 2026 |
| Marshmallows Caring Premises | 258 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2025 |
| Finest Mix Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 372 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2025 |
Questions about Victoria Hotel
What is Victoria Hotel's food hygiene rating?
Victoria Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Blackburn Council on 13 August 2023.
Is Victoria Hotel 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 Victoria Hotel last inspected?
Victoria Hotel was last inspected on 13 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Blackburn Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Victoria Hotel?
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 Victoria Hotel compare to other places in Blackburn?
69% of the 1,076 rated food businesses in Blackburn hold the top rating of 5, and Victoria Hotel is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Blackburn Council inspects Victoria Hotel 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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