Rethink at Derwent Lodge food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Derby City
Rethink at Derwent Lodge holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 8 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: Derwent Lodge, 11 Beaufort Street, Derby, DE21 6AX
How it compares in Derby City
That puts Rethink at Derwent Lodge among the 1,447 places in Derby City 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 | 1,447 | 73% | ← Rethink at Derwent Lodge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 296 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 164 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 12 | 1% |
A further 316 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 Very 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 Rethink at Derwent Lodge 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 Rethink at Derwent Lodge, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaufort Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 152 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2023 |
| Anoki Ltd / Express Range Takeaway/sandwich shop | 269 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2026 |
| AIP Ltd @ Derwent Community School School/college/university | 344 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2025 |
| Alexandra Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
| Baxter Storey at Severn Trent Water Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2024 |
| Birds (Derby) Ltd Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2025 |
| Assa’s Shop Limited Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2024 |
| Aramark @ Derby College Group The Roundhouse Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 November 2022 |
Questions about Rethink at Derwent Lodge
What is Rethink at Derwent Lodge's food hygiene rating?
Rethink at Derwent Lodge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Derby City Council on 8 March 2024.
Is Rethink at Derwent Lodge 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 care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Rethink at Derwent Lodge last inspected?
Rethink at Derwent Lodge was last inspected on 8 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Derby City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Rethink at Derwent Lodge?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Rethink at Derwent Lodge compare to other places in Derby City?
73% of the 1,975 rated food businesses in Derby City hold the top rating of 5, and Rethink at Derwent Lodge is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Derby City Council inspects Rethink at Derwent Lodge 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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