The Goat Inn food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Swale
The Goat Inn 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 6 July 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: 6-8 High Street, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1NJ
How it compares in Swale
That puts The Goat Inn among the 989 places in Swale holding top marks, 83% 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 | 989 | 83% | ← The Goat Inn | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 134 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 41 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 40 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 The Goat Inn 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 Goat Inn, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyprus Kebab And Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 42 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 August 2024 |
| Morley's Fried Chicken Takeaway/sandwich shop | 42 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2024 |
| Domino's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 43 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2024 |
| Cashconsoles Ltd Retailers - other | 88 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2026 |
| McDonalds Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 96 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 April 2025 |
| B A Fitch Ltd Retailers - other | 101 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 March 2014 |
| Belle And Lion Pub/bar/nightclub | 101 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 May 2026 |
| Boyce's Bakery Retailers - other | 101 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 July 2024 |
Questions about The Goat Inn
What is The Goat Inn's food hygiene rating?
The Goat Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Swale Council on 6 July 2023.
Is The Goat Inn 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 Goat Inn last inspected?
The Goat Inn was last inspected on 6 July 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Swale Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Goat Inn?
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 The Goat Inn compare to other places in Swale?
83% of the 1,186 rated food businesses in Swale hold the top rating of 5, and The Goat Inn is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Swale Council inspects The Goat Inn 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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