The Monico food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Castle Point
The Monico 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 14 May 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: Monico Public House, 1-3 Eastern Esplanade, Canvey Island, SS8 7DN
How it compares in Castle Point
That puts The Monico among the 452 places in Castle Point holding top marks, 92% 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 | 452 | 92% | ← The Monico | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 27 | 5% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 45 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 Monico 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 Monico, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunos Fish And Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2026 |
| Estuary Views Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 21 March 2024 |
| Beefy Stone Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 77 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2025 |
| Best One Retailers - other | 77 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 July 2025 |
| Carousel Kiosk Retailers - other | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 August 2023 |
| Cheeky Monkeys Other catering premises | 147 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2025 |
| Fantasy Island Kiosk Retailers - other | 172 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 August 2023 |
| Concorde Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 285 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2025 |
Questions about The Monico
What is The Monico's food hygiene rating?
The Monico has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Castle Point Council on 14 May 2024.
Is The Monico 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 Monico last inspected?
The Monico was last inspected on 14 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Castle Point Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Monico?
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 Monico compare to other places in Castle Point?
92% of the 491 rated food businesses in Castle Point hold the top rating of 5, and The Monico is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Castle Point Council inspects The Monico 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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Understanding this rating
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