Howl at the Moon food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Hackney
Howl at the Moon 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 31 August 2022, more than 3 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: The Queens 178 Hoxton Street, Hackney, N1 5LH
How it compares in Hackney
That puts Howl at the Moon among the 1,470 places in Hackney 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 | 1,470 | 66% | ← Howl at the Moon | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 422 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 215 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 78 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 395 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 Howl at the Moon 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 Howl at the Moon, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 081 Pizzeria Napoletana Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 October 2025 |
| 392 Kingsland Road Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2024 |
| Acai Berry Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 January 2025 |
| 23 Paul Street Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2024 |
| Accurx Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2024 |
| A Pinch of Salt Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 April 2026 |
| A J News Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 October 2018 |
| 93 Feet East Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 May 2026 |
Questions about Howl at the Moon
What is Howl at the Moon's food hygiene rating?
Howl at the Moon has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hackney Council on 31 August 2022.
Is Howl at the Moon 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 Howl at the Moon last inspected?
Howl at the Moon was last inspected on 31 August 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hackney Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Howl at the Moon?
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 Howl at the Moon compare to other places in Hackney?
66% of the 2,218 rated food businesses in Hackney hold the top rating of 5, and Howl at the Moon is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hackney Council inspects Howl at the Moon 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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