The Sultan food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Lambeth
The Sultan 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 3 February 2024, 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: The Sultan Public House, 37-39 New Park Road, London, SW2 4DU
How it compares in Lambeth
That puts The Sultan among the 1,473 places in Lambeth holding top marks, 61% 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 | 1,473 | 61% | ← The Sultan | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 535 | 22% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 238 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 76 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 72 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 236 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 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 The Sultan 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 Sultan, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Greens Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 February 2024 |
| Abacus Nursery School Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 March 2026 |
| Ace Base Clubs School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2019 |
| 500 Degrees Herne Hill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2026 |
| Abacus Day Nursery Caring Premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2026 |
| 21 Grams Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2025 |
Questions about The Sultan
What is The Sultan's food hygiene rating?
The Sultan has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Lambeth Council on 3 February 2024.
Is The Sultan 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 Sultan last inspected?
The Sultan was last inspected on 3 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Lambeth Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Sultan?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "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 The Sultan compare to other places in Lambeth?
61% of the 2,398 rated food businesses in Lambeth hold the top rating of 5, and The Sultan is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Lambeth Council inspects The Sultan 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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