Black Tie Foods food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Causeway Coast and Glens
Black Tie Foods holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 3 November 2023, 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: 4 Hillmans Fancy, Coleraine, BT52 2DX
How it compares in Causeway Coast and Glens
That puts Black Tie Foods among the 1,173 places in Causeway Coast and Glens holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,173 | 89% | ← Black Tie Foods | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 110 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 26 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 135 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 Black Tie Foods 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 Black Tie Foods, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Causeway Coast Vineyard Church Other catering premises | 205 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2022 |
| Coleraine Football Club Ltd Pub/bar/nightclub | 335 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 April 2024 |
| Ground Espresso Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 338 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2025 |
| Coleraine Bowling Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 380 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 September 2017 |
| Causeway Bowls Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 407 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 November 2024 |
| Itsy Bitsy Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 423 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| Malabar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 433 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2026 |
| Apache Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 436 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 August 2022 |
Questions about Black Tie Foods
What is Black Tie Foods's food hygiene rating?
Black Tie Foods has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Causeway Coast and Glens Council on 3 November 2023.
Is Black Tie Foods 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Black Tie Foods last inspected?
Black Tie Foods was last inspected on 3 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Causeway Coast and Glens Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Black Tie Foods?
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 Black Tie Foods compare to other places in Causeway Coast and Glens?
89% of the 1,321 rated food businesses in Causeway Coast and Glens hold the top rating of 5, and Black Tie Foods is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Causeway Coast and Glens Council inspects Black Tie Foods 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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