Alexanders of Markethill food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Alexanders of Markethill 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 21 June 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: 3 Keady Street, Coolmillish, Markethill, BT60 1PN
How it compares in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
That puts Alexanders of Markethill among the 1,451 places in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon 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 | 1,451 | 83% | ← Alexanders of Markethill | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 211 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 64 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 145 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 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 Alexanders of Markethill 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 Alexanders of Markethill, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| SD Mullan Ltd Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2025 |
| Big Panda Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 4 - Good | 9 February 2026 |
| Big Panda Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | Awaiting inspection | |
| Binghams Pharmacy Retailers - other | at this address | Exempt | |
| Nibblers Takeaway/sandwich shop | 127 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2025 |
| Old Barn Catering Mobile caterer | 127 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 September 2025 |
| The Village Inn and Buttery Pub/bar/nightclub | 127 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2025 |
| Carricklane Coffee House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
Questions about Alexanders of Markethill
What is Alexanders of Markethill's food hygiene rating?
Alexanders of Markethill has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council on 21 June 2024.
Is Alexanders of Markethill 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 Alexanders of Markethill last inspected?
Alexanders of Markethill was last inspected on 21 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Alexanders of Markethill?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Alexanders of Markethill compare to other places in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon?
83% of the 1,738 rated food businesses in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon hold the top rating of 5, and Alexanders of Markethill is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council inspects Alexanders of Markethill 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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