The Monton Tap food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Salford
The Monton Tap 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 27 June 2018, more than 8 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: 165 Monton Road, Eccles, M30 9GS
How it compares in Salford
That puts The Monton Tap among the 1,221 places in Salford holding top marks, 65% 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 | 1,221 | 65% | ← The Monton Tap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 378 | 20% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 172 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 54 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 55 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 217 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 Monton Tap 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 Monton Tap, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom by La Turka Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 131 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2023 |
| Blue Bell Pub/bar/nightclub | 356 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2024 |
| Branwood Prep School School/college/university | 428 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2025 |
| Abbey Grove Residential Home Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 January 2026 |
| Ascott Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 July 2023 |
| Big Brother Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2025 |
| Bee's Knees Nursery And Preschool Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 December 2025 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2025 |
Questions about The Monton Tap
What is The Monton Tap's food hygiene rating?
The Monton Tap has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Salford Council on 27 June 2018.
Is The Monton Tap 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 Monton Tap last inspected?
The Monton Tap was last inspected on 27 June 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Salford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Monton Tap?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Monton Tap compare to other places in Salford?
65% of the 1,880 rated food businesses in Salford hold the top rating of 5, and The Monton Tap is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Salford Council inspects The Monton Tap 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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