The Head Of Steam food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Leeds
The Head Of Steam 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 12 December 2019, more than 6 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: Mill Hill, Leeds, LS1 5DQ
How it compares in Leeds
That puts The Head Of Steam among the 4,253 places in Leeds holding top marks, 75% 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 | 4,253 | 75% | ← The Head Of Steam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 1,107 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 229 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 54 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 39 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 1,710 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 The Head Of Steam 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 Head Of Steam, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Degrees Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 107 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2024 |
| 360 Champagne And Cocktails Pub/bar/nightclub | 183 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 December 2013 |
| Archies Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 183 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 March 2023 |
| Aarti Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 184 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 June 2023 |
| 200 Degrees Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 296 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 March 2022 |
| Archies Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 324 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2020 |
| Aspire Other catering premises | 373 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 October 2025 |
| 92 Degrees Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 404 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 October 2025 |
Questions about The Head Of Steam
What is The Head Of Steam's food hygiene rating?
The Head Of Steam has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Leeds Council on 12 December 2019.
Is The Head Of Steam 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 Head Of Steam last inspected?
The Head Of Steam was last inspected on 12 December 2019, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Leeds Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Head Of Steam?
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 The Head Of Steam compare to other places in Leeds?
75% of the 5,682 rated food businesses in Leeds hold the top rating of 5, and The Head Of Steam is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Leeds Council inspects The Head Of Steam 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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