The Gin Tub food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Brighton and Hove
The Gin Tub 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 17 May 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: 16 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2FL
How it compares in Brighton and Hove
That puts The Gin Tub among the 2,255 places in Brighton and Hove holding top marks, 82% 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 | 2,255 | 82% | ← The Gin Tub | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 353 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 97 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 260 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 Very 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 Gin Tub 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 Gin Tub, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amigos Pre-School - Cornerstone Community Centre Caring Premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
| Audrey's Chocolates Manufacturers/packers | 331 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| Bagelman Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 435 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 November 2022 |
| At The Table Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2026 |
| Aramark @ Sussex County Cricket Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2025 |
| Aroma Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2024 |
| Archipelagos Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 August 2025 |
| Almoosh Arabic Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 February 2025 |
Questions about The Gin Tub
What is The Gin Tub's food hygiene rating?
The Gin Tub has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Brighton and Hove Council on 17 May 2024.
Is The Gin Tub 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 Gin Tub last inspected?
The Gin Tub was last inspected on 17 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Brighton and Hove Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Gin Tub?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Gin Tub compare to other places in Brighton and Hove?
82% of the 2,751 rated food businesses in Brighton and Hove hold the top rating of 5, and The Gin Tub is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Brighton and Hove Council inspects The Gin Tub 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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