Bodleian Libraries Shops food hygiene rating
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Bodleian Libraries Shops 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 14 February 2020, more than 6 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: New Bodleian Library, Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3BG
How it compares in Oxford City
That puts Bodleian Libraries Shops among the 1,207 places in Oxford City holding top marks, 87% 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 | 1,207 | 87% | ← Bodleian Libraries Shops | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 116 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 32 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 151 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 Bodleian Libraries Shops 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 Bodleian Libraries Shops, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brasenose College School/college/university | 97 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2026 |
| Bird & Blend Tea Co Retailers - other | 179 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 November 2025 |
| Bath Place Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 180 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
| Brown's Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 193 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2025 |
| Alpha Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 203 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 April 2024 |
| Ben's Cookies Other catering premises | 203 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 February 2024 |
| All Souls College School/college/university | 203 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2024 |
| Brothers Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 203 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2024 |
Questions about Bodleian Libraries Shops
What is Bodleian Libraries Shops's food hygiene rating?
Bodleian Libraries Shops has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Oxford City Council on 14 February 2020.
Is Bodleian Libraries Shops 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 Bodleian Libraries Shops last inspected?
Bodleian Libraries Shops was last inspected on 14 February 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Oxford City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Bodleian Libraries Shops?
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 Bodleian Libraries Shops compare to other places in Oxford City?
87% of the 1,382 rated food businesses in Oxford City hold the top rating of 5, and Bodleian Libraries Shops is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Oxford City Council inspects Bodleian Libraries Shops 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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