The Artisans Table food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Powys
The Artisans Table 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 23 February 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: The Kestrel Inn, Brecon Road, Crickhowell, NP8 1SB
How it compares in Powys
That puts The Artisans Table among the 1,715 places in Powys holding top marks, 74% 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 | 1,715 | 74% | ← The Artisans Table | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 437 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 91 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 44 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 24 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 326 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 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 Artisans Table 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 Artisans Table, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Visitor Centre and Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2022 |
| New Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 July 2025 |
| The Star Bunkhouse Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2017 |
| Nant Helyg Farm Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 July 2025 |
| The Farmers Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 March 2025 |
| Oaklands Care Home Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2025 |
| Walnut Tree Stores Retailers - other | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2020 |
| Coach & Horses Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2026 |
Questions about The Artisans Table
What is The Artisans Table's food hygiene rating?
The Artisans Table has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Powys Council on 23 February 2022.
Is The Artisans Table 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 Artisans Table last inspected?
The Artisans Table was last inspected on 23 February 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Powys Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Artisans Table?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Artisans Table compare to other places in Powys?
74% of the 2,314 rated food businesses in Powys hold the top rating of 5, and The Artisans Table is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Powys Council inspects The Artisans Table 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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