Darlingtons Delicatessen food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Coventry
Darlingtons Delicatessen holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 7 March 2017, more than 9 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: 40 Coventry Retail Market Queen Victoria Road, CV1 3HT
How it compares in Coventry
That puts Darlingtons Delicatessen among the 1,867 places in Coventry holding top marks, 77% 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 | 1,867 | 77% | ← Darlingtons Delicatessen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 357 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 138 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 27 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 675 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 Darlingtons Delicatessen 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
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| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40Cha Taiwanese Bubble Tea-Coventry Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 197 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
| Adam's Fruit and Veg Coventry Retailers - other | 205 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2025 |
| Atrium Health Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 336 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 December 2019 |
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| Als Bubble Tea Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 383 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2023 |
| Artisan Bar and Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 389 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2023 |
| Auntie Anne's Mobile caterer | 389 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2025 |
| Admiral Casino Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 412 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 October 2023 |
Questions about Darlingtons Delicatessen
What is Darlingtons Delicatessen's food hygiene rating?
Darlingtons Delicatessen has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Coventry Council on 7 March 2017.
Is Darlingtons Delicatessen 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Darlingtons Delicatessen last inspected?
Darlingtons Delicatessen was last inspected on 7 March 2017, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Coventry Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Darlingtons Delicatessen?
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 Darlingtons Delicatessen compare to other places in Coventry?
77% of the 2,416 rated food businesses in Coventry hold the top rating of 5, and Darlingtons Delicatessen is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Coventry Council inspects Darlingtons Delicatessen 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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