Grattons Butchers food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Devon
Grattons Butchers 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 28 June 2022, more than 4 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: 89 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1SX
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Grattons Butchers among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Grattons Butchers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 Grattons Butchers 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 Grattons Butchers, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Lush Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2025 |
| Catch Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2024 |
| Alexanders Sandwich Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 51 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 July 2024 |
| Block Retailers - other | 60 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 November 2024 |
| Artisarni Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 70 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2024 |
| East & West Bakery Manufacturers/packers | 70 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2024 |
| Harry's Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 113 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
| European Food Shop Retailers - other | 137 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2025 |
Questions about Grattons Butchers
What is Grattons Butchers's food hygiene rating?
Grattons Butchers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 28 June 2022.
Is Grattons Butchers 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 Grattons Butchers last inspected?
Grattons Butchers was last inspected on 28 June 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Grattons Butchers?
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 Grattons Butchers compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Grattons Butchers is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Grattons Butchers 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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Grattons Butchers is one of 413 rated food businesses in Barnstaple. See every hygiene rating in Barnstaple →
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