Food Hygiene Ratings in Belfast City

Explore hygiene ratings for businesses across the local authority.

Safety Pass Rate

81.7%

Total Inspected

3,173

Need Improvement

582

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Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

174 Trust

BT15 2AJ

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

2 Taps Winebar

BT1 2ED

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

26 West

BT11 9AB

SCORE 4
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

28 Trench Park

BT11 9FG

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

2k Coffee & Deli

BT11 8RF

SCORE 5
Mobile caterer

2Taps Street Food

BT1 2ED

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

316 Mein

BT7 1BS

Pending
Retailers - other

360 Market Grocery store Limited

BT12 7AB

SCORE 5
Pub/bar/nightclub

39 Gordon Street and Lux

BT1 2LH

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

44 Hill Street

BT1 2LB

SCORE 5
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Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

5A

BT9 5FH

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

7 Express

BT1 1FB

SCORE 4
Manufacturers/packers

A McCord

BT5 5FL

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

A Nice Sip

BT9 5AF

SCORE 4
Manufacturers/packers

A. Eckert

No Postcode

SCORE 5
Takeaway/sandwich shop

Aama

BT6 8PY

SCORE 4
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Abbeyfield Belfast Society

BT5 6JJ

SCORE 5
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Abbeyfield Belfast Society

BT6 9ES

SCORE 5
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Abbeyfield Belfast Society

BT9 6HG

SCORE 5
Manufacturers/packers

Abbotts Meats

BT9 7EJ

SCORE 5
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Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Ability Cafe at The Foundry

BT13 3AA

SCORE 5
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Abingdon Manor Care Centre

BT14 8FG

SCORE 5
Takeaway/sandwich shop

Absolutely Chicken

BT9 6AJ

SCORE 3
Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house

AC Hotel by Marriott

BT1 3FE

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

Academy One Fitness

BT13 2DE

Pending
School/college/university

Academy Restaurant

BT15 1ED

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

ACCA Longevity Clinic

BT2 8DS

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Acrewood Day Care

BT12 4LP

SCORE 3
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Acute Mental Health Unit

BT9 7JL

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

Addis Grocery

BT4 1HE

SCORE 3
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Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Adelaide House

BT9 6FX

SCORE 4
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Adult Residential Unit

BT7 3JD

SCORE 5
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Adventures Day Nursery

BT11 8BN

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Agape Centre

BT9 6GF

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Agra Indian Cuisine & BFC Fried Chicken

BT1 1LT

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Airbus

BT3 9DY

SCORE 5
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Aisling Day Care

BT17 0LT

SCORE 5
Manufacturers/packers

Al Baraka

BT2 7HF

SCORE 3
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Al Gelato

BT4 3JF

SCORE 5
Retailers - other

Al Gelato

BT7 3GQ

SCORE 5
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Manufacturers/packers

Al Gelato

BT6 9HB

Pending
Retailers - other

Albertbridge Road Filling Station

BT5 4GX

SCORE 5
Other catering premises

Alberto's

BT12 5BJ

SCORE 5
Takeaway/sandwich shop

Aldos

BT12 6DJ

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Aleksanders Bakery

BT7 1GY

SCORE 4
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises

Alessie Centre Early Years Day Care

BT13 2BB

SCORE 5
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen

Alexander

BT1 2DZ

SCORE 5
Pub/bar/nightclub

Alexandra Social and Recreation Club

BT15 3GJ

SCORE 5
Pub/bar/nightclub

Alibi

BT7 1RR

SCORE 5
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets

Alif Supermarket

BT7 1DT

SCORE 5
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💡 Food Safety Fact

How often are businesses inspected?: High-risk businesses are inspected every 6 months, while low-risk ones (like small retailers) might only be visited every 2 years.

Local Insights & FAQ

Common questions about food safety in Belfast City

Q: How safe are food businesses in Belfast City?

Official GuidanceBased on the latest inspection data, 81.7% of food establishments in Belfast City have passed hygiene safety checks (Rating 3 or above). This indicates a generally high standard of food safety across the local authority.

Q: What does a '0' rating actually mean?

Official GuidanceA rating of 0 means 'Urgent Improvement Necessary'. It indicates that the business performed poorly in all three areas of inspection: food handling, structural cleanliness, and management documentation.

Q: Can a business continue to trade with a low rating?

Official GuidanceYes, a low rating doesn't always mean a business is an immediate risk to health. If the inspector finds an imminent risk to public health, they have the power to close the premises until it is safe.

Q: How can I report a hygiene concern in this area?

Official GuidanceIf you have experienced poor hygiene or food poisoning in Belfast City, you should contact the Environmental Health department of the local council. They are responsible for investigating consumer complaints.

Q: How long does a rating stay valid?

Official GuidanceA rating remains valid until the next inspection. The frequency of these visits depends on the risk profile of the business, typically ranging from 6 months to 2 years.

Q: Why do some new businesses show as 'Awaiting Inspection'?

Official GuidanceNewly opened venues or those under new ownership are registered but haven't had their first official check yet. They are legally allowed to trade but must register with the council 28 days before opening.