London Porter House food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · King's Lynn and West Norfolk
London Porter House 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 19 October 2017, 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: 78 London Road, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 5EU
How it compares in King's Lynn and West Norfolk
That puts London Porter House among the 1,206 places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk 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 | 1,206 | 89% | ← London Porter House | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 98 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 29 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 147 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 London Porter House 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 London Porter House, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| I Love Sushi Takeaway/sandwich shop | 47 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2025 |
| Fairlight Lodge Bed & Breakfast Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2019 |
| Goodwins Hall Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 September 2025 |
| G4S FM Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 January 2025 |
| Cornerstone Cafe Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 March 2025 |
| Eastern European Supermarket Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2025 |
| Cafe In the Park Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2023 |
| Hello Friends Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2023 |
Questions about London Porter House
What is London Porter House's food hygiene rating?
London Porter House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council on 19 October 2017.
Is London Porter House 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 London Porter House last inspected?
London Porter House was last inspected on 19 October 2017, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at London Porter House?
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 London Porter House compare to other places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk?
89% of the 1,353 rated food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and London Porter House is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council inspects London Porter House 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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