The Borough Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Warrington
The Borough Arms 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 30 May 2018, more than 8 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: 120 Buttermarket Street, WA1 2NZ
How it compares in Warrington
That puts The Borough Arms among the 1,178 places in Warrington 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 | 1,178 | 77% | ← The Borough Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 177 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 122 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 24 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 155 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 Very 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 The Borough Arms 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 Borough Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Portion Kebab Takeaway/sandwich shop | 24 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2026 |
| Asda Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 232 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2024 |
| Admiral Casino Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 382 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2026 |
| B & M Home Store Retailers - other | 393 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 May 2024 |
| Buzz Bingo Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 398 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 February 2026 |
| AM to PM Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 399 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2025 |
| Casa Mexica Ltd. Takeaway/sandwich shop | 399 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2025 |
| Burger King Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 410 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
Questions about The Borough Arms
What is The Borough Arms's food hygiene rating?
The Borough Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Warrington Council on 30 May 2018.
Is The Borough Arms 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 Borough Arms last inspected?
The Borough Arms was last inspected on 30 May 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Warrington Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Borough Arms?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 The Borough Arms compare to other places in Warrington?
77% of the 1,533 rated food businesses in Warrington hold the top rating of 5, and The Borough Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Warrington Council inspects The Borough Arms 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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