The Spaniards Inn food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Barnet
The Spaniards Inn 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 17 June 2024, 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: The Spaniards Inn Spaniards Road London, NW3 7JJ
How it compares in Barnet
That puts The Spaniards Inn among the 1,423 places in Barnet holding top marks, 60% 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 | 1,423 | 60% | ← The Spaniards Inn | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 574 | 24% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 225 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 84 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 44 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 514 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 The Spaniards Inn 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 Spaniards Inn, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amorino Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 July 2024 |
| Amathus Hampstead Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 October 2025 |
| 28 Church Row Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2020 |
| Accent Catering School/college/university | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2026 |
| Andi's Nursery - Finchley Road School/college/university | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2026 |
| Age UK Camden Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 October 2024 |
| Andi's Nursery - Hoop Lane Caring Premises | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
| Al Parco Pizzeria Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
Questions about The Spaniards Inn
What is The Spaniards Inn's food hygiene rating?
The Spaniards Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Barnet Council on 17 June 2024.
Is The Spaniards Inn 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 Spaniards Inn last inspected?
The Spaniards Inn was last inspected on 17 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Barnet Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Spaniards Inn?
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 The Spaniards Inn compare to other places in Barnet?
60% of the 2,353 rated food businesses in Barnet hold the top rating of 5, and The Spaniards Inn is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Barnet Council inspects The Spaniards Inn 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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