Ferhat Food Centre food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Watford
Ferhat Food Centre 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 10 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: 68 Market Street, Watford, WD18 0PX
How it compares in Watford
That puts Ferhat Food Centre among the 687 places in Watford holding top marks, 80% 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 | 687 | 80% | ← Ferhat Food Centre | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 118 | 14% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 141 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 Ferhat Food Centre 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 Ferhat Food Centre, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afro Mini Market Retailers - other | 51 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
| Amanartis, Baking Bread Other catering premises | 248 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 May 2021 |
| 2 Madrasi Mobile caterer | 367 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2026 |
| Burger King Takeaway/sandwich shop | 390 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2025 |
| Boom Battle Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 413 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2025 |
| B And M Retail Retailers - other | 415 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2018 |
| Alli Bhavan Deli Takeaway/sandwich shop | 425 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2026 |
| Bombay Classic Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 425 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
Questions about Ferhat Food Centre
What is Ferhat Food Centre's food hygiene rating?
Ferhat Food Centre has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Watford Council on 10 January 2024.
Is Ferhat Food Centre 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 Ferhat Food Centre last inspected?
Ferhat Food Centre was last inspected on 10 January 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Watford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Ferhat Food Centre?
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 Ferhat Food Centre compare to other places in Watford?
80% of the 856 rated food businesses in Watford hold the top rating of 5, and Ferhat Food Centre is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Watford Council inspects Ferhat Food Centre 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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