Old Parkonians food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Redbridge
Old Parkonians 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 12 September 2023, 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: Oakfield Playing Fields, Forest Road, IG6 3HD
How it compares in Redbridge
That puts Old Parkonians among the 1,176 places in Redbridge holding top marks, 66% 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 | 1,176 | 66% | ← Old Parkonians | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 269 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 209 | 12% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 38 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 84 | 5% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 371 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 Old Parkonians 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 Old Parkonians, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bealonians Football Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 327 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 January 2026 |
| Adas Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 December 2025 |
| Boss peri peri Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 July 2025 |
| Barkingside Buzz Bingo Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2025 |
| Blaze & Smoke Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2026 |
| Bambino Nursery Hainault Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2024 |
| Best BBQ Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| Acasa Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2025 |
Questions about Old Parkonians
What is Old Parkonians's food hygiene rating?
Old Parkonians has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Redbridge Council on 12 September 2023.
Is Old Parkonians 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 Old Parkonians last inspected?
Old Parkonians was last inspected on 12 September 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Redbridge Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Old Parkonians?
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 Old Parkonians compare to other places in Redbridge?
66% of the 1,781 rated food businesses in Redbridge hold the top rating of 5, and Old Parkonians is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Redbridge Council inspects Old Parkonians 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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