Twist and Wined in Jinxies food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Twist and Wined in Jinxies 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 25 February 2022, more than 4 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: 20 Church Square, Cross, Rathfriland, BT34 5PT
How it compares in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
That puts Twist and Wined in Jinxies 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% | ← Twist and Wined in Jinxies | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Twist and Wined in Jinxies 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 Twist and Wined in Jinxies, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Home Bakery Rathfriland Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 4 October 2022 |
| L's Catering Other catering premises | 63 yards away | 4 - Good | 4 March 2026 |
| Mourneview Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 106 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2022 |
| Raymond Mc Cullough Manufacturers/packers | 106 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2025 |
| Fred Mc Cauley Manufacturers/packers | 106 yards away | 4 - Good | 9 April 2026 |
| Mace Retailers - other | 106 yards away | 4 - Good | 13 February 2025 |
| Gordon's Chemist Retailers - other | 106 yards away | Exempt | |
| Herrons Country Fried Chicken Takeaway/sandwich shop | 106 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2025 |
Questions about Twist and Wined in Jinxies
What is Twist and Wined in Jinxies's food hygiene rating?
Twist and Wined in Jinxies has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council on 25 February 2022.
Is Twist and Wined in Jinxies 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 Twist and Wined in Jinxies last inspected?
Twist and Wined in Jinxies was last inspected on 25 February 2022, more than 4 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 Twist and Wined in Jinxies?
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 Twist and Wined in Jinxies 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 Twist and Wined in Jinxies is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council inspects Twist and Wined in Jinxies 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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