The Hole in the Wall food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
The Hole in the Wall 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 24 May 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: 9 Market Street, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 7BW
How it compares in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
That puts The Hole in the Wall 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% | ← The Hole in the Wall | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Hole in the Wall 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 Hole in the Wall, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| H A Emerson and Son/Uluru Bar and Grill Retailers - other | 61 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
| Omniplex Cinema Armagh Retailers - other | 77 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 June 2023 |
| Around A Pound Retailers - other | 93 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2025 |
| Measured Bowls & Brews Armagh Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 93 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
| Noli Italian Deli Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 94 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2025 |
| Chips Ahoy Takeaway/sandwich shop | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2026 |
| Number 40, Armagh City Vineyard Other catering premises | 135 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2022 |
| Basil Lane Takeaway/sandwich shop | 138 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 August 2025 |
Questions about The Hole in the Wall
What is The Hole in the Wall's food hygiene rating?
The Hole in the Wall has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council on 24 May 2023.
Is The Hole in the Wall 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 Hole in the Wall last inspected?
The Hole in the Wall was last inspected on 24 May 2023, more than 3 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 The Hole in the Wall?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Hole in the Wall 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 The Hole in the Wall is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council inspects The Hole in the Wall 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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