Atlantic Service Station food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Liverpool
Atlantic Service Station holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 21 October 2019, more than 6 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: Derby Road Petrol Filling Station 74 - 80 Derby Road, Liverpool, L20 8TD
How it compares in Liverpool
That puts Atlantic Service Station among the 2,273 places in Liverpool holding top marks, 67% 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 | 2,273 | 67% | ← Atlantic Service Station | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 528 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 331 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 123 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 88 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 38 | 1% |
A further 1,145 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 Atlantic Service Station 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 Atlantic Service Station, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Budget Catering Ltd Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2025 |
| Afton Lodge Rest Home Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 November 2024 |
| Angels News and Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2020 |
| Auroras Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 April 2023 |
| Autism Initiative (Reg Care Ho Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2019 |
| Abbegale Lodge Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2025 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2019 |
| Asda Stores Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2025 |
Questions about Atlantic Service Station
What is Atlantic Service Station's food hygiene rating?
Atlantic Service Station has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Liverpool Council on 21 October 2019.
Is Atlantic Service Station 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Atlantic Service Station last inspected?
Atlantic Service Station was last inspected on 21 October 2019, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Liverpool Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Atlantic Service Station?
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 Atlantic Service Station compare to other places in Liverpool?
67% of the 3,381 rated food businesses in Liverpool hold the top rating of 5, and Atlantic Service Station is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Liverpool Council inspects Atlantic Service Station 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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