Paula's Pantry food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Bradford
Paula's Pantry holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 11 December 2023, 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: Masonic Hall, Charles Street, Bingley, BD16 4LG
How it compares in Bradford
That puts Paula's Pantry among the 2,942 places in Bradford holding top marks, 72% 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 | 2,942 | 72% | ← Paula's Pantry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 682 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 306 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 103 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 41 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 554 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 Paula's Pantry 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 Paula's Pantry, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bingley Masonic Hall Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 9 May 2017 |
| A K Mega Deals Retailers - other | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 May 2025 |
| Bingley Baptist Church Lunch Club Other catering premises | 117 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 June 2026 |
| Bingley Methodist Church Luncheon Club Other catering premises | 199 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 July 2026 |
| Chan's Kitchen Takeaway/sandwich shop | 352 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2026 |
| Chip N Ern (Bar Only) Pub/bar/nightclub | 356 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2019 |
| 99 & Main Pub/bar/nightclub | 393 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 December 2024 |
| BP M&S and Wild Bean Cafe Retailers - other | 402 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 July 2025 |
Questions about Paula's Pantry
What is Paula's Pantry's food hygiene rating?
Paula's Pantry has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bradford Council on 11 December 2023.
Is Paula's Pantry 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Paula's Pantry last inspected?
Paula's Pantry was last inspected on 11 December 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bradford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Paula's Pantry?
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 Paula's Pantry compare to other places in Bradford?
72% of the 4,079 rated food businesses in Bradford hold the top rating of 5, and Paula's Pantry is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bradford Council inspects Paula's Pantry 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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