The Priory food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · South Kesteven
The Priory 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 2 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: 159 Dysart Road, Grantham, NG31 7DX
How it compares in South Kesteven
That puts The Priory among the 916 places in South Kesteven holding top marks, 83% 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 | 916 | 83% | ← The Priory | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 109 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 49 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 78 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 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 Priory 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 Priory, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodliffe Store Retailers - other | 264 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2026 |
| Bowtree House B & B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 301 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 July 2023 |
| Ambergate Sports College School/college/university | 427 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
| Choices Health and Fitness Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2026 |
| Fun Farm Ltd Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| Children 1st Grantham Nursery Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2026 |
| Grantham & District Indoor Bowling Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 February 2026 |
| Grantham Meres Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2026 |
Questions about The Priory
What is The Priory's food hygiene rating?
The Priory has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Kesteven Council on 2 August 2023.
Is The Priory 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 Priory last inspected?
The Priory was last inspected on 2 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Kesteven Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Priory?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Priory compare to other places in South Kesteven?
83% of the 1,098 rated food businesses in South Kesteven hold the top rating of 5, and The Priory is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Kesteven Council inspects The Priory 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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