Salvation Army Citadel food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Boston
Salvation Army Citadel holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 28 March 2019, more than 7 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: High Street, PE21 8ST
How it compares in Boston
That puts Salvation Army Citadel among the 511 places in Boston holding top marks, 88% 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 | 511 | 88% | ← Salvation Army Citadel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 36 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 21 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 62 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 Salvation Army Citadel 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 Salvation Army Citadel, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bode No. 92 Retailers - other | 143 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2024 |
| Boston Pioneers Free School Academy School/college/university | 145 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2025 |
| Cafe Beira Alta Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 151 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2025 |
| Boston Sausage Retailers - other | 205 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2025 |
| Boston Sausage (Hot Dog Stall) Mobile caterer | 205 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2024 |
| Drinks by Drury (Mobile) Retailers - other | 215 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 August 2022 |
| Divin Napoletan Pizzeria Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 235 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
| Artisan Bakery Retailers - other | 240 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 January 2020 |
Questions about Salvation Army Citadel
What is Salvation Army Citadel's food hygiene rating?
Salvation Army Citadel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Boston Council on 28 March 2019.
Is Salvation Army Citadel 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Salvation Army Citadel last inspected?
Salvation Army Citadel was last inspected on 28 March 2019, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Boston Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Salvation Army Citadel?
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 Salvation Army Citadel compare to other places in Boston?
88% of the 578 rated food businesses in Boston hold the top rating of 5, and Salvation Army Citadel is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Boston Council inspects Salvation Army Citadel 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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