The Spitfire food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Eastleigh
The Spitfire 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 6 July 2017, more than 9 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: Flat the Spitfire 18-20 High Street Eastleigh SO50 5LD, SO50 5LD
How it compares in Eastleigh
That puts The Spitfire among the 705 places in Eastleigh holding top marks, 83% 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 | 705 | 83% | ← The Spitfire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 84 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 33 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 115 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 Very good
- How well they manage food safety Very 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 The Spitfire 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 The Spitfire, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan Meze & Wine Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 September 2025 |
| Bob's Burgers Mobile caterer | 60 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2025 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 66 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2026 |
| Barga Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 79 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2025 |
| Bubble Drop Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 January 2024 |
| Cosy Cafe & Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 134 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 January 2026 |
| Coffee #1 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 154 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 December 2025 |
| Candy Room Empire Ltd Retailers - other | 154 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 August 2024 |
Questions about The Spitfire
What is The Spitfire's food hygiene rating?
The Spitfire has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Eastleigh Council on 6 July 2017.
Is The Spitfire 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 The Spitfire last inspected?
The Spitfire was last inspected on 6 July 2017, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Eastleigh Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Spitfire?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Spitfire compare to other places in Eastleigh?
83% of the 849 rated food businesses in Eastleigh hold the top rating of 5, and The Spitfire is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Eastleigh Council inspects The Spitfire 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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