Haystack food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Castle Point
Haystack 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 5 December 2023, 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: The Haystack Public House, 96 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island, SS8 7AJ
How it compares in Castle Point
That puts Haystack among the 452 places in Castle Point holding top marks, 92% 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 | 452 | 92% | ← Haystack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 27 | 5% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 45 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 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 Haystack 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 Haystack, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| B B Grout Ltd Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2025 |
| Canvey Tandoori Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 79 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 September 2024 |
| Canvey Afro Market Retailers - other | 81 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2026 |
| Caffe Floria Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 152 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
| Costa Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 166 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2025 |
| Argos (Inside Sainsburys) Retailers - other | 166 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| Ajsukltd Pub/bar/nightclub | 198 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2024 |
| Canvey Local Retailers - other | 198 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 January 2024 |
Questions about Haystack
What is Haystack's food hygiene rating?
Haystack has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Castle Point Council on 5 December 2023.
Is Haystack 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 Haystack last inspected?
Haystack was last inspected on 5 December 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Castle Point Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Haystack?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Haystack compare to other places in Castle Point?
92% of the 491 rated food businesses in Castle Point hold the top rating of 5, and Haystack is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Castle Point Council inspects Haystack 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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