Mckenna's Bar food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Mckenna's Bar 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 9 August 2023, 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: 21 Lower English Street, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 7LJ
How it compares in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
That puts Mckenna's Bar 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% | ← Mckenna's Bar | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Mckenna's Bar 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 Mckenna's Bar, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafollas Fast Food Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2025 |
| Hughes Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2023 |
| Raffles Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2025 |
| Decky's Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 45 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2025 |
| Macaris Retailers - other | 50 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2024 |
| Olive & Vine Catering and Events Other catering premises | 112 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2024 |
| Orchard Hills Catering / Second Bite Street Food Other catering premises | 115 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 December 2024 |
| BJCS Coffee Ltd (Bagel Bean) Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 137 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 May 2025 |
Questions about Mckenna's Bar
What is Mckenna's Bar's food hygiene rating?
Mckenna's Bar has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council on 9 August 2023.
Is Mckenna's Bar 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 Mckenna's Bar last inspected?
Mckenna's Bar was last inspected on 9 August 2023, 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 Mckenna's Bar?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Mckenna's Bar 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 Mckenna's Bar is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council inspects Mckenna's Bar 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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