Connolly's Pub food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Sefton
Connolly's Pub 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 5 June 2024, more than 2 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: 12 King Street, Southport, PR8 1JZ
How it compares in Sefton
That puts Connolly's Pub among the 1,796 places in Sefton holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,796 | 84% | ← Connolly's Pub | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 216 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 83 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 265 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 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 Connolly's Pub 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 Connolly's Pub, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cake Corner t/a Brunch N' Bagel Other catering premises | 26 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2025 |
| 600 Degrees Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 54 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 February 2026 |
| Blackhurst Butchers Retailers - other | 54 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| Carlton Pub/bar/nightclub | 61 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 April 2023 |
| Cake Corner Takeaway/sandwich shop | 154 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2025 |
| Banff Pub/bar/nightclub | 187 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2026 |
| Avenue Pub/bar/nightclub | 193 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 August 2018 |
| Antonio's Ice Cream Shop Retailers - other | 209 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 August 2025 |
Questions about Connolly's Pub
What is Connolly's Pub's food hygiene rating?
Connolly's Pub has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Sefton Council on 5 June 2024.
Is Connolly's Pub 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 Connolly's Pub last inspected?
Connolly's Pub was last inspected on 5 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Sefton Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Connolly's Pub?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Connolly's Pub compare to other places in Sefton?
84% of the 2,128 rated food businesses in Sefton hold the top rating of 5, and Connolly's Pub is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Sefton Council inspects Connolly's Pub 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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