The Sweet Pod food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Northumberland
The Sweet Pod 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 2 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: Leazes Street, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0FD
How it compares in Northumberland
That puts The Sweet Pod among the 2,778 places in Northumberland holding top marks, 90% 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 | 2,778 | 90% | ← The Sweet Pod | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 213 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 68 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 397 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 The Sweet Pod 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 Sweet Pod, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geordie Banger Company Ltd Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 20 April 2026 |
| Harbour Village Pie Co Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2025 |
| Mocha Mondo Manufacturers/packers | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 March 2026 |
| Northumberland Seafood & Hatchery Manufacturers/packers | at this address | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Rockpool Fish & Shellfish Ltd Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Tasteful Food and Drink Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 4 October 2022 |
| Golden Harbour Takeaway/sandwich shop | 87 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2025 |
| Harbour Hatch Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 87 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 August 2024 |
Questions about The Sweet Pod
What is The Sweet Pod's food hygiene rating?
The Sweet Pod has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Northumberland Council on 2 August 2023.
Is The Sweet Pod 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 The Sweet Pod last inspected?
The Sweet Pod was last inspected on 2 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Northumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Sweet Pod?
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 The Sweet Pod compare to other places in Northumberland?
90% of the 3,077 rated food businesses in Northumberland hold the top rating of 5, and The Sweet Pod is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Northumberland Council inspects The Sweet Pod 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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Understanding this rating
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The Sweet Pod is one of 114 rated food businesses in Amble. See every hygiene rating in Amble →
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