Bekem's Food Store food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Barnet
Bekem's Food Store 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 10 July 2021, more than 5 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 Market Place Falloden Way London, NW11 6JP
How it compares in Barnet
That puts Bekem's Food Store among the 1,423 places in Barnet holding top marks, 60% 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 | 1,423 | 60% | ← Bekem's Food Store | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 574 | 24% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 226 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 84 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 44 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 513 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 Bekem's Food Store 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 Bekem's Food Store, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accent Catering School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2026 |
| Archer Academy School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 November 2025 |
| 3R Express Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2026 |
| Alyth Kindergarten Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2025 |
| Atariya Foods Golders Green Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2026 |
| Andi's Nursery - Finchley Road School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2026 |
| 93ºC Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
| Andi's Nursery - Hoop Lane Caring Premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
Questions about Bekem's Food Store
What is Bekem's Food Store's food hygiene rating?
Bekem's Food Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Barnet Council on 10 July 2021.
Is Bekem's Food Store 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 Bekem's Food Store last inspected?
Bekem's Food Store was last inspected on 10 July 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Barnet Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Bekem's Food Store?
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 Bekem's Food Store compare to other places in Barnet?
60% of the 2,354 rated food businesses in Barnet hold the top rating of 5, and Bekem's Food Store is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Barnet Council inspects Bekem's Food Store 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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