Isabella Pub food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Northumberland
Isabella Pub 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 14 July 2022, more than 4 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: Southend Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 5RW
How it compares in Northumberland
That puts Isabella Pub among the 2,778 places in Northumberland holding top marks, 90% 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 | 2,778 | 90% | ← Isabella Pub | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 213 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 68 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 397 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 Isabella Pub 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 Isabella Pub, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Chippy Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2026 |
| Broadway Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Blyth Sports Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2025 |
| Community Food & Friendship Blyth Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2026 |
| Blyth Rugby & Cricket Club Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2024 |
| Bastion Coffee Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 October 2023 |
| Big Bite Pizza Blyth Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 March 2025 |
| Cub Play Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2024 |
Questions about Isabella Pub
What is Isabella Pub's food hygiene rating?
Isabella Pub has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Northumberland Council on 14 July 2022.
Is Isabella Pub 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 Isabella Pub last inspected?
Isabella Pub was last inspected on 14 July 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Northumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Isabella Pub?
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 Isabella Pub compare to other places in Northumberland?
90% of the 3,077 rated food businesses in Northumberland hold the top rating of 5, and Isabella Pub is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Northumberland Council inspects Isabella Pub 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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