Aroma Rise food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Durham
Aroma Rise holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 16 September 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: 57 North Road, Durham, DH1 4SF
How it compares in Durham
That puts Aroma Rise among the 3,087 places in Durham 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Aroma Rise | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 683 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 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 Aroma Rise 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 Aroma Rise, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 of Cups Durham Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 33 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2025 |
| Babylon Pub/bar/nightclub | 121 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 September 2022 |
| Crush Pub/bar/nightclub | 142 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2024 |
| Admiral Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 173 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2024 |
| Dominos Durham Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 186 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 April 2026 |
| Durham City Workmens Club and Institute Ltd Pub/bar/nightclub | 205 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 July 2019 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 218 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2025 |
| Cosy Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 235 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2025 |
Questions about Aroma Rise
What is Aroma Rise's food hygiene rating?
Aroma Rise has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 16 September 2019.
Is Aroma Rise 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Aroma Rise last inspected?
Aroma Rise was last inspected on 16 September 2019, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Aroma Rise?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Aroma Rise compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Aroma Rise is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Aroma Rise 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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