The Indian Cottage food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Durham
The Indian Cottage 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 28 May 2019, more than 7 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: 18 Church Street, Crook, DL15 9BG
How it compares in Durham
That puts The Indian Cottage among the 3,086 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 | 3,086 | 75% | ← The Indian Cottage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 684 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 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 The Indian Cottage 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 Indian Cottage, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson's Butchers Manufacturers/packers | at this address | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| Bargain Booze Retailers - other | 15 yards away | 4 - Good | 9 January 2020 |
| Quick Panda Express Takeaway/sandwich shop | 20 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 February 2024 |
| Castle Bank Butchers Retailers - other | 31 yards away | 4 - Good | 18 November 2025 |
| Surtees Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 31 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 November 2021 |
| Best Kebab Takeaway/sandwich shop | 46 yards away | 4 - Good | 13 May 2026 |
| Kidzone Durham Limited Caring Premises | 50 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2025 |
| Stephenson's Market Plaice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 April 2025 |
Questions about The Indian Cottage
What is The Indian Cottage's food hygiene rating?
The Indian Cottage has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 28 May 2019.
Is The Indian Cottage 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 The Indian Cottage last inspected?
The Indian Cottage was last inspected on 28 May 2019, more than 7 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 The Indian Cottage?
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 The Indian Cottage compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and The Indian Cottage is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects The Indian Cottage 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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Understanding this rating
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