The Grove food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Caerphilly
The Grove 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 30 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: The Grove, Commercial Street, Pontymister, NP11 6EE
How it compares in Caerphilly
That puts The Grove among the 877 places in Caerphilly holding top marks, 63% 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 | 877 | 63% | ← The Grove | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 300 | 22% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 146 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 37 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 30 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 152 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 The Grove 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 The Grove, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Garlic Takeaway/sandwich shop | 76 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2026 |
| Brighter Minds - Ty Isaf Caring Premises | 183 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 June 2023 |
| Pontymister Welfare Bowls Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 213 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2026 |
| Risca Foodbank Retailers - other | 267 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2025 |
| Commercial Inn Public House Pub/bar/nightclub | 268 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
| Dave Thomas Family Butchers Manufacturers/packers | 296 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2026 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 314 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2023 |
| KFC Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 314 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 January 2025 |
Questions about The Grove
What is The Grove's food hygiene rating?
The Grove has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Caerphilly Council on 30 June 2023.
Is The Grove 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 The Grove last inspected?
The Grove was last inspected on 30 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Caerphilly Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Grove?
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 The Grove compare to other places in Caerphilly?
63% of the 1,392 rated food businesses in Caerphilly hold the top rating of 5, and The Grove is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Caerphilly Council inspects The Grove 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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More food hygiene ratings near here
The Grove is one of 74 rated food businesses in Risca. See every hygiene rating in Risca →
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