Sweet Spot food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · City of London Corporation
Sweet Spot 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 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: 201 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 3AB
How it compares in City of London Corporation
That puts Sweet Spot among the 1,474 places in City of London Corporation holding top marks, 88% 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 | 1,474 | 88% | ← Sweet Spot | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 127 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 35 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 30 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 116 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 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 Sweet Spot 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 Sweet Spot, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| A&O Shearman LLP Other catering premises | 236 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2025 |
| 2nigerianboys Mobile caterer | 295 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2025 |
| Acai Berry Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 386 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 January 2025 |
| 23 Paul Street Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2024 |
| 081 Pizzeria Napoletana Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 October 2025 |
| 68 & Shanghai Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| 24 Karak Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 December 2025 |
| 3 Leaf Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2026 |
Questions about Sweet Spot
What is Sweet Spot's food hygiene rating?
Sweet Spot has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by City of London Corporation Council on 11 December 2023.
Is Sweet Spot 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 Sweet Spot last inspected?
Sweet Spot was last inspected on 11 December 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by City of London Corporation Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Sweet Spot?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Sweet Spot compare to other places in City of London Corporation?
88% of the 1,682 rated food businesses in City of London Corporation hold the top rating of 5, and Sweet Spot is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
City of London Corporation Council inspects Sweet Spot 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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