The Honeycombe food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Hounslow
The Honeycombe 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 22 July 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 Honeycombe, 417 Staines Road, Hounslow, TW4 5AR
How it compares in Hounslow
That puts The Honeycombe among the 1,324 places in Hounslow holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,324 | 73% | ← The Honeycombe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 314 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 125 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 412 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 Honeycombe 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 Honeycombe, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Grove Care Home - HC-One Caring Premises | 89 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2025 |
| A1 Home Needs Cash & Carry Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 June 2026 |
| Asian Food Centre Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2022 |
| Biryani Nation Grand and Dessert Nation Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 November 2025 |
| Bakhtar Bakery Ltd. Manufacturers/packers | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2024 |
| Bakhtar Import Export Ltd. Manufacturers/packers | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2024 |
| Asian Buffet Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2024 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2022 |
Questions about The Honeycombe
What is The Honeycombe's food hygiene rating?
The Honeycombe has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hounslow Council on 22 July 2022.
Is The Honeycombe 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 Honeycombe last inspected?
The Honeycombe was last inspected on 22 July 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hounslow Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Honeycombe?
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 Honeycombe compare to other places in Hounslow?
73% of the 1,817 rated food businesses in Hounslow hold the top rating of 5, and The Honeycombe is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hounslow Council inspects The Honeycombe 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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