Golden Fry food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Durham
Golden Fry 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 8 May 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: 19 West Road, Annfield Plain, DH9 7XA
How it compares in Durham
That puts Golden Fry among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Golden Fry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 682 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 51 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very 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 Golden Fry 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 Golden Fry, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Tasty Takeaway/sandwich shop | 12 yards away | 4 - Good | 17 April 2026 |
| Best One - Gaba & Sons Retailers - other | 22 yards away | 4 - Good | 14 April 2026 |
| Prime Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 50 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2026 |
| Candy Parrot Retailers - other | 58 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2022 |
| Queens Head Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 75 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2019 |
| David's Mini Market Retailers - other | 86 yards away | 4 - Good | 14 March 2025 |
| Annfield Plain Democratic Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 88 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2019 |
| Aroma spice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 105 yards away | 4 - Good | 30 March 2026 |
Questions about Golden Fry
What is Golden Fry's food hygiene rating?
Golden Fry has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 8 May 2024.
Is Golden Fry 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 Golden Fry last inspected?
Golden Fry was last inspected on 8 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Golden Fry?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Golden Fry compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Golden Fry is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Golden Fry 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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