The Fantail food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Knowsley
The Fantail 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 14 September 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: 129 Whitefield Drive, Kirkby, Knowsley, L32 4SX
How it compares in Knowsley
That puts The Fantail among the 452 places in Knowsley holding top marks, 66% 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 | 452 | 66% | ← The Fantail | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 134 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 40 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 41 | 6% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 122 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 The Fantail 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 The Fantail, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Court Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2026 |
| Carters Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 September 2023 |
| Co-Op Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2025 |
| B & M Retail Ltd Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 April 2024 |
| Activate Arts Ltd School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2025 |
| Banana Bunch Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2026 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 April 2026 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2024 |
Questions about The Fantail
What is The Fantail's food hygiene rating?
The Fantail has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Knowsley Council on 14 September 2023.
Is The Fantail 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 The Fantail last inspected?
The Fantail was last inspected on 14 September 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Knowsley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Fantail?
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 The Fantail compare to other places in Knowsley?
66% of the 690 rated food businesses in Knowsley hold the top rating of 5, and The Fantail is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Knowsley Council inspects The Fantail 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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