Sha'arei Tsedek food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Barnet
Sha'arei Tsedek holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 20 January 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: North London Reform Synagogue 120 Oakleigh Road North London, N20 9EZ
How it compares in Barnet
That puts Sha'arei Tsedek 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% | ← Sha'arei Tsedek | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very 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 Sha'arei Tsedek 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 Sha'arei Tsedek, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church Of England Primary School School/college/university | at this address | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2025 |
| Bayleaf Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 425 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 August 2025 |
| Boots Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2022 |
| Baxendale Woodside Home Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 May 2026 |
| Academy 4 Kids Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
| Aark Cigars & Wines Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 December 2023 |
| Alexanders Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2026 |
| Asil Bistro Kitchen Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2026 |
Questions about Sha'arei Tsedek
What is Sha'arei Tsedek's food hygiene rating?
Sha'arei Tsedek has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Barnet Council on 20 January 2022.
Is Sha'arei Tsedek 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Sha'arei Tsedek last inspected?
Sha'arei Tsedek was last inspected on 20 January 2022, more than 4 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 Sha'arei Tsedek?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Sha'arei Tsedek compare to other places in Barnet?
60% of the 2,353 rated food businesses in Barnet hold the top rating of 5, and Sha'arei Tsedek is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Barnet Council inspects Sha'arei Tsedek 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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