Masefield Takeaway food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Braintree
Masefield Takeaway holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 11 October 2023, 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: 41 Masefield Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1AA
How it compares in Braintree
That puts Masefield Takeaway among the 980 places in Braintree holding top marks, 85% 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 | 980 | 85% | ← Masefield Takeaway | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 125 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 34 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 111 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Masefield Takeaway, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challis Convenience Stores Retailers - other | 128 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2025 |
| John Ray Infant School School/college/university | 198 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 April 2026 |
| John Ray Junior School School/college/university | 198 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 June 2026 |
| Griffin Dairies Ltd Distributors/Transporters | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2026 |
| Dished / Legends Pool Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2024 |
| Holland And Barrett Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2025 |
| Gelato E Ciambella Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 August 2025 |
| China Village Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2026 |
Questions about Masefield Takeaway
What is Masefield Takeaway's food hygiene rating?
Masefield Takeaway has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Braintree Council on 11 October 2023.
Is Masefield Takeaway 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Masefield Takeaway last inspected?
Masefield Takeaway was last inspected on 11 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Braintree Council rather than by the business.
How does Masefield Takeaway compare to other places in Braintree?
85% of the 1,156 rated food businesses in Braintree hold the top rating of 5, and Masefield Takeaway is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Braintree Council inspects Masefield Takeaway 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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