The Bodega food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Newcastle Upon Tyne
The Bodega 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 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: 125 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4AG
How it compares in Newcastle Upon Tyne
That puts The Bodega among the 1,895 places in Newcastle Upon Tyne holding top marks, 75% 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 | 1,895 | 75% | ← The Bodega | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 318 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 178 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 83 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 40 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 11 | <1% |
A further 200 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 Bodega 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 Bodega, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1867 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 13 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 April 2025 |
| 1 Asia Supermarket Retailers - other | 73 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
| After 9 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 163 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2025 |
| 360 Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 192 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 July 2024 |
| 360 Sky Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 196 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2025 |
| Alphabetti Theatre Pub/bar/nightclub | 239 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 March 2025 |
| Admiral Amusements Other catering premises | 287 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 September 2023 |
| Amaysia Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 298 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 November 2025 |
Questions about The Bodega
What is The Bodega's food hygiene rating?
The Bodega has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Newcastle Upon Tyne Council on 13 September 2023.
Is The Bodega 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 Bodega last inspected?
The Bodega was last inspected on 13 September 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Newcastle Upon Tyne Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Bodega?
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 Bodega compare to other places in Newcastle Upon Tyne?
75% of the 2,525 rated food businesses in Newcastle Upon Tyne hold the top rating of 5, and The Bodega is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Newcastle Upon Tyne Council inspects The Bodega 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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