Golden Cod food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Doncaster
Golden Cod 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 26 June 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: 1 Alexandra Street, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 4EE
How it compares in Doncaster
That puts Golden Cod among the 1,867 places in Doncaster holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,867 | 73% | ← Golden Cod | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 383 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 183 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 45 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 73 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 6 | <1% |
A further 264 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 Golden Cod 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 Golden Cod, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Stores Retailers - other | at this address | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 28 April 2026 |
| Lais Garden Takeaway/sandwich shop | 69 yards away | 4 - Good | 22 October 2025 |
| Thorne Convenience Store (Go Local) Retailers - other | 77 yards away | 4 - Good | 6 March 2025 |
| China House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 152 yards away | 4 - Good | 3 February 2026 |
| Londis Retailers - other | 213 yards away | 4 - Good | 15 October 2025 |
| Bennfield House Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2026 |
| Fledglings Thorne Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2026 |
| Venue 19 Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2025 |
Questions about Golden Cod
What is Golden Cod's food hygiene rating?
Golden Cod has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Doncaster Council on 26 June 2024.
Is Golden Cod 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 Golden Cod last inspected?
Golden Cod was last inspected on 26 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Doncaster Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Golden Cod?
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 Golden Cod compare to other places in Doncaster?
73% of the 2,557 rated food businesses in Doncaster hold the top rating of 5, and Golden Cod is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Doncaster Council inspects Golden Cod 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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