The olde apple tree food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Southwark
The olde apple tree 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 28 July 2018, 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: 107, Sumner Road, SE15 6JU
How it compares in Southwark
That puts The olde apple tree among the 2,138 places in Southwark 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 | 2,138 | 72% | ← The olde apple tree | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 535 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 226 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 56 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 251 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 olde apple tree 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 olde apple tree, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeville cafe & bites Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 November 2022 |
| Agrobeso Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2024 |
| 1st place children's and parents centre Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 October 2024 |
| Addis kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2026 |
| A family convenience store uk ltd Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2025 |
| Afrikiko restaurant and night club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| 139 fika ltd Other catering premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2025 |
| 100% holy cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2024 |
Questions about The olde apple tree
What is The olde apple tree's food hygiene rating?
The olde apple tree has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Southwark Council on 28 July 2018.
Is The olde apple tree 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 The olde apple tree last inspected?
The olde apple tree was last inspected on 28 July 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Southwark Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The olde apple tree?
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 olde apple tree compare to other places in Southwark?
72% of the 2,978 rated food businesses in Southwark hold the top rating of 5, and The olde apple tree is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Southwark Council inspects The olde apple tree 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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