The York Sweet Shop food hygiene rating
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The York Sweet Shop 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 11 December 2008, more than 17 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: 56 Low Petergate, York, YO1 7HZ
How it compares in York
That puts The York Sweet Shop among the 1,378 places in York 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 | 1,378 | 74% | ← The York Sweet Shop | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 314 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 106 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 38 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 297 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 The York Sweet Shop 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 York Sweet Shop, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bird & Blend Retailers - other | 28 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2026 |
| 200 Degrees Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 28 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 November 2025 |
| Ambrosia Greek Street Food Mobile caterer | 199 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 March 2026 |
| Bar Hashery Takeaway/sandwich shop | 200 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 July 2025 |
| Avocado Envy Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 227 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2025 |
| Best Western Plus Dean Court Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 243 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2026 |
| Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 248 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2025 |
| Amorino Retailers - other | 250 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 July 2024 |
Questions about The York Sweet Shop
What is The York Sweet Shop's food hygiene rating?
The York Sweet Shop has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by York Council on 11 December 2008.
Is The York Sweet Shop 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 The York Sweet Shop last inspected?
The York Sweet Shop was last inspected on 11 December 2008, more than 17 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by York Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The York Sweet Shop?
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 The York Sweet Shop compare to other places in York?
74% of the 1,854 rated food businesses in York hold the top rating of 5, and The York Sweet Shop is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
York Council inspects The York Sweet Shop 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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