Southern Belle PH food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Medway
Southern Belle PH 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 11 July 2024, 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: 170 High Street, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 1AJ
How it compares in Medway
That puts Southern Belle PH among the 1,577 places in Medway holding top marks, 80% 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 | 1,577 | 80% | ← Southern Belle PH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 279 | 14% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 9 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 24 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 171 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 Southern Belle PH 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 Southern Belle PH, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admiral Retailers - other | 53 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 May 2023 |
| B&M Retailers - other | 67 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2025 |
| Boots The Chemist Retailers - other | 155 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2026 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2026 |
| Apna Ghar Caring Premises | 275 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2026 |
| Basil Wood Oven Pizzeria Takeaway/sandwich shop | 302 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 August 2024 |
| Burger King Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 328 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 August 2024 |
| Bruce Butchers Retailers - other | 355 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2025 |
Questions about Southern Belle PH
What is Southern Belle PH's food hygiene rating?
Southern Belle PH has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Medway Council on 11 July 2024.
Is Southern Belle PH 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 Southern Belle PH last inspected?
Southern Belle PH was last inspected on 11 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Medway Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Southern Belle PH?
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 Southern Belle PH compare to other places in Medway?
80% of the 1,964 rated food businesses in Medway hold the top rating of 5, and Southern Belle PH is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Medway Council inspects Southern Belle PH 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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