Argos Ltd food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Birmingham
Argos Ltd 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 29 September 2009, more than 16 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: 5 One Stop Shopping Centre, 2 Walsall Road, Perry Barr, B42 1AA
How it compares in Birmingham
That puts Argos Ltd among the 5,380 places in Birmingham holding top marks, 66% 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 | 5,380 | 66% | ← Argos Ltd | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 1,309 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 695 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 318 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 387 | 5% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 82 | 1% |
A further 1,866 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 Argos Ltd 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 Argos Ltd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 68 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2013 |
| Asda Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 164 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2019 |
| A Yah So Nice Blue Marlin Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 297 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2024 |
| AK Superstore Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2025 |
| Aston Manor Cricket And Lucas Sports Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2012 |
| Aston Hotel Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 June 2024 |
| Agatha's Traditional Delights Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2024 |
| Anchor Retirement Home Caring Premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 September 2011 |
Questions about Argos Ltd
What is Argos Ltd's food hygiene rating?
Argos Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Birmingham Council on 29 September 2009.
Is Argos Ltd 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 Argos Ltd last inspected?
Argos Ltd was last inspected on 29 September 2009, more than 16 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Birmingham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Argos Ltd?
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 Argos Ltd compare to other places in Birmingham?
66% of the 8,171 rated food businesses in Birmingham hold the top rating of 5, and Argos Ltd is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Birmingham Council inspects Argos Ltd 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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Understanding this rating
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