Martin's Catering food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Shropshire
Martin's Catering holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 28 June 2023, more than 3 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: 17 Ferrers Road, Oswestry, SY11 2EY
How it compares in Shropshire
That puts Martin's Catering among the 2,513 places in Shropshire holding top marks, 88% 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 | 2,513 | 88% | ← Martin's Catering | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 222 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 86 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 30 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 249 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 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 Martin's Catering 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 Martin's Catering, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Lion Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 167 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2024 |
| Ramos Pizza Limited Takeaway/sandwich shop | 186 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2023 |
| Mule Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 217 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2026 |
| Boozed Up Retailers - other | 222 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 November 2015 |
| Covent Garden Retailers - other | 272 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 August 2022 |
| Hope Church Oswestry Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 272 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2023 |
| Mosaic House Chinese Restaurant T/A Square View, also T/A Jolly Garden Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 283 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2025 |
| Coach House Fitness Retailers - other | 285 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 July 2023 |
Questions about Martin's Catering
What is Martin's Catering's food hygiene rating?
Martin's Catering has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Shropshire Council on 28 June 2023.
Is Martin's Catering 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Martin's Catering last inspected?
Martin's Catering was last inspected on 28 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Shropshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Martin's Catering?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Martin's Catering compare to other places in Shropshire?
88% of the 2,862 rated food businesses in Shropshire hold the top rating of 5, and Martin's Catering is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Shropshire Council inspects Martin's Catering 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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