Black Dog Wine Agency food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Cheshire West and Chester
Black Dog Wine Agency holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 28 August 2018, more than 7 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: 31 Woodlands Park Wash Lane, Allostock, Northwich, WA16 9LG
How it compares in Cheshire West and Chester
That puts Black Dog Wine Agency among the 2,139 places in Cheshire West and Chester holding top marks, 80% 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 | 2,139 | 80% | ← Black Dog Wine Agency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 308 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 145 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 33 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 37 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 309 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 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 Black Dog Wine Agency 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 Black Dog Wine Agency, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Golf Centre (Castle-Bar Brasserie) Other catering premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
| Smithys Foods Distributors/Transporters | 0.7 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| The Three Greyhounds Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
Questions about Black Dog Wine Agency
What is Black Dog Wine Agency's food hygiene rating?
Black Dog Wine Agency has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cheshire West and Chester Council on 28 August 2018.
Is Black Dog Wine Agency 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Black Dog Wine Agency last inspected?
Black Dog Wine Agency was last inspected on 28 August 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cheshire West and Chester Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Black Dog Wine Agency?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Black Dog Wine Agency compare to other places in Cheshire West and Chester?
80% of the 2,664 rated food businesses in Cheshire West and Chester hold the top rating of 5, and Black Dog Wine Agency is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cheshire West and Chester Council inspects Black Dog Wine Agency 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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