Jars Of Clay food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · East Suffolk
Jars Of Clay holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the restaurant met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 24 May 2018, more than 8 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: Unit 4, Rendlesham Mews, Rendlesham, IP12 2SZ
How it compares in East Suffolk
That puts Jars Of Clay among the 1,994 places in East Suffolk holding top marks, 86% 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 | 1,994 | 86% | ← Jars Of Clay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 213 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 71 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 201 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 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 Jars Of Clay 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 Jars Of Clay, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tavern Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 March 2023 |
| Zorbas Rendlesham Takeaway/sandwich shop | 8 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2026 |
| Lotus House Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2021 |
| Rendlesham Care Centre Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2026 |
| Rendlesham Pop-up Community Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2022 |
| Vertas At Rendlesham Community Primary School School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2026 |
| Rendlesham Community Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 November 2022 |
| Bar 23 Rendlesham Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 September 2023 |
Questions about Jars Of Clay
What is Jars Of Clay's food hygiene rating?
Jars Of Clay has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Suffolk Council on 24 May 2018.
Is Jars Of Clay 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 restaurant to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Jars Of Clay last inspected?
Jars Of Clay was last inspected on 24 May 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Jars Of Clay?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Jars Of Clay compare to other places in East Suffolk?
86% of the 2,318 rated food businesses in East Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and Jars Of Clay is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Suffolk Council inspects Jars Of Clay 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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