Russell's Food and Drink food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Ards and North Down
Russell's Food and Drink holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the supermarket met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 10 July 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: 59 Main Street, Kircubbin, Kircubbin, BT22 2SR
How it compares in Ards and North Down
That puts Russell's Food and Drink among the 949 places in Ards and North Down holding top marks, 82% 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 | 949 | 82% | ← Russell's Food and Drink | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 154 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 43 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 118 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 Very 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 Russell's Food and Drink 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 Russell's Food and Drink, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mermaid Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 3 July 2025 |
| Lahore Chicken Shack Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 4 - Good | 2 September 2025 |
| Sure Start Ards Other catering premises | at this address | Exempt | |
| Yer Coddin Me Takeaway/sandwich shop | 31 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2026 |
| Kubby Day Nursery Caring Premises | 73 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 August 2025 |
| Gilmore's Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 81 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 April 2024 |
| Paul Arthurs Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 81 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 April 2026 |
| Wok Time Takeaway/sandwich shop | 81 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 January 2025 |
Questions about Russell's Food and Drink
What is Russell's Food and Drink's food hygiene rating?
Russell's Food and Drink has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Ards and North Down Council on 10 July 2024.
Is Russell's Food and Drink 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 supermarket to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Russell's Food and Drink last inspected?
Russell's Food and Drink was last inspected on 10 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Ards and North Down Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Russell's Food and Drink?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Russell's Food and Drink compare to other places in Ards and North Down?
82% of the 1,155 rated food businesses in Ards and North Down hold the top rating of 5, and Russell's Food and Drink is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Ards and North Down Council inspects Russell's Food and Drink 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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