Railway Bell food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Lambeth
Railway Bell 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 23 March 2022, more than 4 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: Railway Bell Public House, 14 Cawnpore Street, London, SE19 1PF
How it compares in Lambeth
That puts Railway Bell among the 1,473 places in Lambeth holding top marks, 61% 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 | 1,473 | 61% | ← Railway Bell | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 535 | 22% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 238 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 76 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 72 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 236 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 Railway Bell 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 Railway Bell, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Always inclusive ltd Caring Premises | 339 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 August 2024 |
| 56 Westow Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 382 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 October 2025 |
| Admiral Casino Retailers - other | 382 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2022 |
| Alistairs American Diner Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 422 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2025 |
| Antenna Studios Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 September 2018 |
| Arin Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2025 |
| Asda Express / BP Service Station Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2025 |
| Accent Catering (Sydenham High) School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2026 |
Questions about Railway Bell
What is Railway Bell's food hygiene rating?
Railway Bell has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Lambeth Council on 23 March 2022.
Is Railway Bell 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 Railway Bell last inspected?
Railway Bell was last inspected on 23 March 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Lambeth Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Railway Bell?
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 Railway Bell compare to other places in Lambeth?
61% of the 2,398 rated food businesses in Lambeth hold the top rating of 5, and Railway Bell is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Lambeth Council inspects Railway Bell 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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