The Northern Way food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Preston
The Northern Way 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 31 January 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: 78a-79 Friargate, Preston, PR1 2ED
How it compares in Preston
That puts The Northern Way among the 1,176 places in Preston holding top marks, 79% 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 | 1,176 | 79% | ← The Northern Way | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 198 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 103 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 129 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 The Northern Way 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 Northern Way, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16th Street Takeaway/sandwich shop | 52 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2025 |
| Adelphi Pub/bar/nightclub | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2024 |
| Abys Biryani Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 166 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
| 3 Monkeys Sandwich Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 168 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2025 |
| Adelphi Express Retailers - other | 168 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2024 |
| Ai Cha Bubble Tea Dessert Cafe Takeaway/sandwich shop | 209 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2023 |
| 53 Degrees Pub/bar/nightclub | 229 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2025 |
| Abaseen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 378 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
Questions about The Northern Way
What is The Northern Way's food hygiene rating?
The Northern Way has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Preston Council on 31 January 2024.
Is The Northern Way 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 Northern Way last inspected?
The Northern Way was last inspected on 31 January 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Preston Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Northern Way?
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 The Northern Way compare to other places in Preston?
79% of the 1,498 rated food businesses in Preston hold the top rating of 5, and The Northern Way is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Preston Council inspects The Northern Way 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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