Flavour First food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Ards and North Down
Flavour First 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 17 May 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.
96% of rated food businesses in Ards and North Down score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Ards and North Down ratings →
Address: 224 Killaughey Road, Ballyvester, Donaghadee, BT21 0LJ
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These food businesses close to this one were rated 0 to 2 at their last inspection, the lowest ratings. Tap any to see why.
How it compares in Ards and North Down
That puts Flavour First among the 951 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 | 951 | 82% | ← Flavour First | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 158 | 14% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 40 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 135 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 Flavour First 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 Flavour First, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Kids Day Nursery Caring Premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2026 |
| Ballyvester Primary School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 October 2025 |
| Croagh Patrick Care Home Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2025 |
| Donaghadee Bowling Club Other catering premises | 0.6 miles away | Exempt | |
| Premier Convenience Store Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.7 miles away | 4 - Good | 22 November 2023 |
| Electus Healthcare Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 December 2025 |
| Donaghadee Central School Meals Kitchen School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2025 |
| The Dinner Bell Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2026 |
Questions about Flavour First
What is Flavour First's food hygiene rating?
Flavour First has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Ards and North Down Council on 17 May 2024.
Is Flavour First 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 Flavour First last inspected?
Flavour First was last inspected on 17 May 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 Flavour First?
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 Flavour First compare to other places in Ards and North Down?
82% of the 1,160 rated food businesses in Ards and North Down hold the top rating of 5, and Flavour First is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Ards and North Down Council inspects Flavour First 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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