Head Of Steam food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Kirklees
Head Of Steam 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 25 October 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: St George's Square, Huddersfield, HD1 1JF
How it compares in Kirklees
That puts Head Of Steam among the 2,676 places in Kirklees 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 | 2,676 | 74% | ← Head Of Steam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 657 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 191 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 48 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 58 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 203 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 Head Of Steam 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 Head Of Steam, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boo Burger, Drip Chicken, Wingy, Brooklyn Fries Takeaway/sandwich shop | 75 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2024 |
| Bongo Master Restaurant and Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 91 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2025 |
| A&R Stores limited Retailers - other | 260 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
| Ahadu Flavours of Ethiopia Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 295 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 January 2024 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 310 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 August 2017 |
| Ai Tea Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 331 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Biryani Hut Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 354 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 April 2026 |
| 30 Victoria Lane Retailers - other | 356 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2011 |
Questions about Head Of Steam
What is Head Of Steam's food hygiene rating?
Head Of Steam has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Kirklees Council on 25 October 2023.
Is Head Of Steam 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 Head Of Steam last inspected?
Head Of Steam was last inspected on 25 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Kirklees Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Head Of Steam?
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 Head Of Steam compare to other places in Kirklees?
74% of the 3,632 rated food businesses in Kirklees hold the top rating of 5, and Head Of Steam is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Kirklees Council inspects Head Of Steam 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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