The Cross Lances food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Hounslow
The Cross Lances 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 18 April 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: Cross Lances, 236 Hanworth Road, Hounslow, TW3 3TU
How it compares in Hounslow
That puts The Cross Lances 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 Cross Lances | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Very 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 Cross Lances 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 Cross Lances, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ansh & Saniv Ltd T/A Stop & Shop Retailers - other | 229 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 September 2022 |
| Beit Beirut Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 433 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| A M Newsagents Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2022 |
| Bambinos Montessori Nursery Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2025 |
| Admiral Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2025 |
| Africado Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 October 2022 |
| Ashley Cash & Carry Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 August 2022 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2022 |
Questions about The Cross Lances
What is The Cross Lances's food hygiene rating?
The Cross Lances has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hounslow Council on 18 April 2024.
Is The Cross Lances 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 Cross Lances last inspected?
The Cross Lances was last inspected on 18 April 2024, more than 2 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 Cross Lances?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Cross Lances compare to other places in Hounslow?
73% of the 1,817 rated food businesses in Hounslow hold the top rating of 5, and The Cross Lances is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hounslow Council inspects The Cross Lances 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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