Sophisticake food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Lindsey
Sophisticake holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 20 September 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: Broadway Centre, The Broadway, Woodhall Spa, LN10 6ST
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts Sophisticake among the 1,920 places in East Lindsey holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,920 | 89% | ← Sophisticake | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 81 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 Sophisticake 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 Sophisticake, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Village Restaurant Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2024 |
| Woodlands Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2024 |
| Graham Fidling Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2024 |
| Kitchenetta Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2025 |
| The Bakery And Deli Ltd Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 30 August 2021 |
| The Inn At Woodhall Spa Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | at this address | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2026 |
| The Melrose Tea Rooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 4 - Good | 5 March 2025 |
| Bar Eleven Pub/bar/nightclub | 20 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 July 2022 |
Questions about Sophisticake
What is Sophisticake's food hygiene rating?
Sophisticake has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 20 September 2018.
Is Sophisticake 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Sophisticake last inspected?
Sophisticake was last inspected on 20 September 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Sophisticake?
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 Sophisticake compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,162 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and Sophisticake is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects Sophisticake 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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Understanding this rating
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Sophisticake is one of 45 rated food businesses in Woodhall Spa. See every hygiene rating in Woodhall Spa →
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