Sole Plaice food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Dartford
Sole Plaice 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 9 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: 70 Watchgate, Darenth, Kent, DA2 7JY
How it compares in Dartford
That puts Sole Plaice among the 713 places in Dartford holding top marks, 77% 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 | 713 | 77% | ← Sole Plaice | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 131 | 14% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 53 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 17 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 153 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 Sole Plaice 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 Sole Plaice, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimples Day Nursery Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2025 |
| Beechcare Care Home Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2025 |
| Eurest Services@ Electrosonic Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2024 |
Questions about Sole Plaice
What is Sole Plaice's food hygiene rating?
Sole Plaice has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Dartford Council on 9 May 2024.
Is Sole Plaice 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 Sole Plaice last inspected?
Sole Plaice was last inspected on 9 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Dartford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Sole Plaice?
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 Sole Plaice compare to other places in Dartford?
77% of the 923 rated food businesses in Dartford hold the top rating of 5, and Sole Plaice is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Dartford Council inspects Sole Plaice 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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Sole Plaice is one of 16 rated food businesses in Darenth. See every hygiene rating in Darenth →
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