George II food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Luton
George II 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 27 March 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: George II, 68-70 Bute Street, LU1 2EY
How it compares in Luton
That puts George II among the 846 places in Luton holding top marks, 65% 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 | 846 | 65% | ← George II | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 231 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 165 | 13% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 16 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 33 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 6 | <1% |
A further 403 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 Very 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 George II 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 George II, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auntie Annes Luton Other catering premises | 229 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2024 |
| Bubble CiTea Retailers - other | 251 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 October 2025 |
| Bron Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 268 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 August 2023 |
| Boots Stores Ltd Retailers - other | 277 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
| Asian Town Cafe Retailers - other | 297 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2024 |
| Best Kebab Takeaway/sandwich shop | 298 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2024 |
| Benjamins Cafe Luton LTD Other catering premises | 392 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 December 2025 |
| Bar Coffee Lounge Parllaku Other catering premises | 416 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 April 2024 |
Questions about George II
What is George II's food hygiene rating?
George II has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Luton Council on 27 March 2024.
Is George II 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 George II last inspected?
George II was last inspected on 27 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Luton Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at George II?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does George II compare to other places in Luton?
65% of the 1,297 rated food businesses in Luton hold the top rating of 5, and George II is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Luton Council inspects George II 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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