Donaldsons Fishmonger food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Donaldsons Fishmonger 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 17 September 2025, 9 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: Donaldsons, Austin Fields, Austin Fields Industrial Estate, PE30 1PH
How it compares in King's Lynn and West Norfolk
That puts Donaldsons Fishmonger among the 1,206 places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk 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 | 1,206 | 89% | ← Donaldsons Fishmonger | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 98 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 29 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 147 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 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 Donaldsons Fishmonger 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 Donaldsons Fishmonger, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canto Da Rosinha Retailers - other | 201 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 July 2024 |
| Hob In the Well Pub/bar/nightclub | 202 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2023 |
| Grants Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 238 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
| Britlita Retailers - other | 241 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2023 |
| Eastgate Academy School/college/university | 273 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2024 |
| Country Line Buffet Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 282 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2025 |
| Bar One Hundred Pub/bar/nightclub | 301 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2023 |
| Charcoal Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 301 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2025 |
Questions about Donaldsons Fishmonger
What is Donaldsons Fishmonger's food hygiene rating?
Donaldsons Fishmonger has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council on 17 September 2025.
Is Donaldsons Fishmonger 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 Donaldsons Fishmonger last inspected?
Donaldsons Fishmonger was last inspected on 17 September 2025, 9 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Donaldsons Fishmonger?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Donaldsons Fishmonger compare to other places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk?
89% of the 1,353 rated food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and Donaldsons Fishmonger is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council inspects Donaldsons Fishmonger 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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