Hazlitt Theatre food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Maidstone
Hazlitt Theatre holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 20 November 2009, more than 16 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: Earl Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1PL
How it compares in Maidstone
That puts Hazlitt Theatre among the 1,136 places in Maidstone 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 | 1,136 | 82% | ← Hazlitt Theatre | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 165 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 61 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 65 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 Hazlitt Theatre 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 Hazlitt Theatre, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akins Food Retailers - other | 60 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
| Ashes Sports Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 63 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 May 2023 |
| Cafe W Maidstone Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 121 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 March 2011 |
| Cafe Rose Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 142 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 October 2025 |
| Burger King Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 154 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 August 2025 |
| Admiral Pub/bar/nightclub | 160 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2024 |
| Bliss Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 183 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 November 2024 |
| Ballin Maidstone Pub/bar/nightclub | 194 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 November 2025 |
Questions about Hazlitt Theatre
What is Hazlitt Theatre's food hygiene rating?
Hazlitt Theatre has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Maidstone Council on 20 November 2009.
Is Hazlitt Theatre 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Hazlitt Theatre last inspected?
Hazlitt Theatre was last inspected on 20 November 2009, more than 16 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Maidstone Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hazlitt Theatre?
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 Hazlitt Theatre compare to other places in Maidstone?
82% of the 1,387 rated food businesses in Maidstone hold the top rating of 5, and Hazlitt Theatre is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Maidstone Council inspects Hazlitt Theatre 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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