Istanbull Kebab House food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Antrim and Newtownabbey
Istanbull Kebab House holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 11 March 2026, 4 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: 31 Main Street, Randalstown, Randalstown, BT41 3AB
How it compares in Antrim and Newtownabbey
That puts Istanbull Kebab House among the 849 places in Antrim and Newtownabbey holding top marks, 87% 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 | 849 | 87% | ← Istanbull Kebab House | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 97 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 32 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 116 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 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 Istanbull Kebab House 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 Istanbull Kebab House, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner House Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 14 December 2023 |
| O'Kanes Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 4 - Good | 3 January 2025 |
| Bravo Max Retailers - other | at this address | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 13 October 2025 |
| Randalstown Pharmacies Ltd Retailers - other | at this address | Exempt | |
| Laverty's Pub/bar/nightclub | 4 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 August 2025 |
| Heffrons Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 26 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 5 June 2025 |
| The Vintage Wines Retailers - other | 43 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2024 |
| The Dandelion Cafe and Bakery Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 63 yards away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Istanbull Kebab House
What is Istanbull Kebab House's food hygiene rating?
Istanbull Kebab House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Antrim and Newtownabbey Council on 11 March 2026.
Is Istanbull Kebab House 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Istanbull Kebab House last inspected?
Istanbull Kebab House was last inspected on 11 March 2026, 4 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Antrim and Newtownabbey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Istanbull Kebab House?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Istanbull Kebab House compare to other places in Antrim and Newtownabbey?
87% of the 981 rated food businesses in Antrim and Newtownabbey hold the top rating of 5, and Istanbull Kebab House is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Antrim and Newtownabbey Council inspects Istanbull Kebab House 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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