The Harp and Castle food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Edinburgh (City of)
The Harp and Castle passed its most recent food hygiene inspection. Scotland's scheme does not award star ratings, a pass means the pub met the legal standard on the day it was inspected.
The rating: Pass
The rating dates from 25 November 2019, more than 6 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: 298-300 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 5BU
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to The Harp and Castle, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arek Catering @ Brass Monkey Pub/bar/nightclub | 86 yards away | Pass | 2 July 2026 |
| Artisan Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 139 yards away | Pass | 24 May 2022 |
| Alness Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 171 yards away | Pass | 5 September 2011 |
| AM Licensed Grocer Retailers - other | 192 yards away | Pass | 19 July 2010 |
| Afro Food bank and welfare Edinburgh Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 3 June 2026 |
| Arianas Kebab Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 1 August 2023 |
| Akdeniz Supermarket Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | Pass | 11 November 2024 |
| Ardfern Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | Pass | 25 June 2025 |
Questions about The Harp and Castle
What is The Harp and Castle's food hygiene rating?
The Harp and Castle does not have a numeric food hygiene rating. Its current status is "Pass".
When was The Harp and Castle last inspected?
The Harp and Castle was last inspected on 25 November 2019, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Edinburgh (City of) Council rather than by the business.
Who decides the rating?
Edinburgh (City of) Council inspects The Harp and Castle 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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