Parsons Barn food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Southend-On-Sea
Parsons Barn 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 24 October 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: Frobisher Way, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, SS3 8UT
How it compares in Southend-On-Sea
That puts Parsons Barn among the 973 places in Southend-On-Sea holding top marks, 70% 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 | 973 | 70% | ← Parsons Barn | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 243 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 119 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 35 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 16 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 105 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 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 Parsons Barn 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 Parsons Barn, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2024 |
| Angel Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 August 2025 |
| Kirby And Lewis Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2022 |
| Fire & Flame Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2024 |
| Friars Centre Playgroup Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2025 |
| Creative Catering And Hawkins School Of Cookery Other catering premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2025 |
| Ice Cream Van Mobile caterer | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 November 2025 |
| Chinese 2 Night Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 March 2026 |
Questions about Parsons Barn
What is Parsons Barn's food hygiene rating?
Parsons Barn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Southend-On-Sea Council on 24 October 2023.
Is Parsons Barn 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 Parsons Barn last inspected?
Parsons Barn was last inspected on 24 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Southend-On-Sea Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Parsons Barn?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Parsons Barn compare to other places in Southend-On-Sea?
70% of the 1,387 rated food businesses in Southend-On-Sea hold the top rating of 5, and Parsons Barn is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Southend-On-Sea Council inspects Parsons Barn 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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