The Libb food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Wakefield
The Libb 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 21 June 2017, more than 9 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: 9 Mill Lane, Ryhill, Wakefield, WF4 2AL
How it compares in Wakefield
That puts The Libb among the 2,111 places in Wakefield holding top marks, 78% 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 | 2,111 | 78% | ← The Libb | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 437 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 86 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 36 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 360 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 The Libb 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 Libb, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakers Corner Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 237 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 April 2026 |
| Bramalds Takeaway/sandwich shop | 237 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 September 2023 |
| Morrisons Daily Retailers - other | 297 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 May 2026 |
| Breakfast & Afterschool Club School/college/university | 299 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2026 |
| ISS Facilities Services School/college/university | 299 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Havercroft Family Hub Other catering premises | 315 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2025 |
| Kids World Caring Premises | 315 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2025 |
| Kool for Kidz Breakfast Club School/college/university | 335 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2025 |
Questions about The Libb
What is The Libb's food hygiene rating?
The Libb has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Wakefield Council on 21 June 2017.
Is The Libb 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 Libb last inspected?
The Libb was last inspected on 21 June 2017, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Wakefield Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Libb?
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 The Libb compare to other places in Wakefield?
78% of the 2,692 rated food businesses in Wakefield hold the top rating of 5, and The Libb is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Wakefield Council inspects The Libb 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
More food hygiene ratings near here
The Libb is one of 18 rated food businesses in Ryhill. See every hygiene rating in Ryhill →
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