The Duke Of Monmouth food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Oxford City
The Duke Of Monmouth 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 31 January 2024, 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: 260 Abingdon Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4TA
How it compares in Oxford City
That puts The Duke Of Monmouth among the 1,205 places in Oxford City holding top marks, 87% 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 | 1,205 | 87% | ← The Duke Of Monmouth | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 116 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 32 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 156 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 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 Duke Of Monmouth 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 Duke Of Monmouth, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2024 |
| BaxterStorey at Egrove Park Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2026 |
| Bubble CiTea Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 February 2023 |
| Arbequina Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
| Baltic Food Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2024 |
| Boost Juice Bars Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2024 |
| 7 Gates Damascus Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2025 |
| Cafe CoCo Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2025 |
Questions about The Duke Of Monmouth
What is The Duke Of Monmouth's food hygiene rating?
The Duke Of Monmouth has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Oxford City Council on 31 January 2024.
Is The Duke Of Monmouth 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 Duke Of Monmouth last inspected?
The Duke Of Monmouth was last inspected on 31 January 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Oxford City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Duke Of Monmouth?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Duke Of Monmouth compare to other places in Oxford City?
87% of the 1,380 rated food businesses in Oxford City hold the top rating of 5, and The Duke Of Monmouth is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Oxford City Council inspects The Duke Of Monmouth 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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