Lallys Off Licence food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Durham
Lallys Off Licence 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 18 November 2025, 7 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: 14-15A the Oval, Cornforth, DL17 9NU
How it compares in Durham
That puts Lallys Off Licence among the 3,086 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 | 3,086 | 75% | ← Lallys Off Licence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 684 | 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 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 Lallys Off Licence 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 Lallys Off Licence, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square & Compass Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 November 2025 |
| Kung Food China Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 4 - Good | 13 March 2026 |
| Cornforth House Partnership Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2026 |
| Best kebab Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2025 |
| Best One - West Cornforth Mini Market Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 14 August 2024 |
| Arrani convenience store Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 17 September 2024 |
| Pizzeria Martino Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2025 |
Questions about Lallys Off Licence
What is Lallys Off Licence's food hygiene rating?
Lallys Off Licence has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 18 November 2025.
Is Lallys Off Licence 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 Lallys Off Licence last inspected?
Lallys Off Licence was last inspected on 18 November 2025, 7 months 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 Lallys Off Licence?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Lallys Off Licence compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Lallys Off Licence is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Lallys Off Licence 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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