Applegarth (Bar Only) food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Bradford
Applegarth (Bar Only) 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 15 June 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: Banks Lane, Riddlesden, BD20 5BN
How it compares in Bradford
That puts Applegarth (Bar Only) among the 2,942 places in Bradford holding top marks, 72% 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 | 2,942 | 72% | ← Applegarth (Bar Only) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 680 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 305 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 102 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 41 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 558 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 Applegarth (Bar Only) 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 Applegarth (Bar Only), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op Retailers - other | 372 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 September 2025 |
| Bothy Tea Room Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 September 2025 |
| Aireworth Food Store Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 January 2025 |
| Beanies Green Cafe Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| Domino's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2026 |
| Cafe Pausa Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 July 2024 |
| Airedale Cricket Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 June 2022 |
| De Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
Questions about Applegarth (Bar Only)
What is Applegarth (Bar Only)'s food hygiene rating?
Applegarth (Bar Only) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bradford Council on 15 June 2019.
Is Applegarth (Bar Only) 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 Applegarth (Bar Only) last inspected?
Applegarth (Bar Only) was last inspected on 15 June 2019, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bradford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Applegarth (Bar Only)?
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 Applegarth (Bar Only) compare to other places in Bradford?
72% of the 4,075 rated food businesses in Bradford hold the top rating of 5, and Applegarth (Bar Only) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bradford Council inspects Applegarth (Bar Only) 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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