The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Liverpool
The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) 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 14 January 2026, 6 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: Unit 1 And 2 Charlotte Row 53 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool, L1 1HU
How it compares in Liverpool
That puts The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) 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% | ← The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 530 | 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 1,143 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 Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) 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 Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 88 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2019 |
| American Candy Empire LTD Retailers - other | 96 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 June 2021 |
| Archies Fast Food And Shakes Takeaway/sandwich shop | 121 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 March 2023 |
| Aparthotel Adagio Liverpool City Centre Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 August 2018 |
| Avas bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 183 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 April 2022 |
| Bacino Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 190 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 February 2024 |
| Albert’s Schloss Pub/bar/nightclub | 215 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 August 2023 |
| Admiral Casino Other catering premises | 261 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2025 |
Questions about The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon)
What is The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon)'s food hygiene rating?
The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Liverpool Council on 14 January 2026.
Is The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) 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 Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) last inspected?
The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) was last inspected on 14 January 2026, 6 months 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 The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon)?
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 Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) compare to other places in Liverpool?
67% of the 3,383 rated food businesses in Liverpool hold the top rating of 5, and The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Liverpool Council inspects The Richard John Blackler (JD Wetherspoon) 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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