Food hygiene ratings give diners an insight into the standards of food safety found during inspections at restaurants, cafés, takeaways, pubs and other food businesses.
The Food Standards Agency's national scheme, which is administered by local authorities, scores premises from 0 to 5 based on hygiene standards at the time of inspection, rather than the quality of the food or customer service.
Inspectors assess how food is handled, prepared and stored, the cleanliness of the premises, and how businesses manage food safety procedures. A rating of five means hygiene standards are "very good", while a zero indicates that urgent improvement is required. Businesses can improve their rating by addressing issues identified during an inspection and requesting a revisit.
Below is a roundup of the latest food hygiene ratings awarded to Blackpool establishments, giving residents and visitors an up-to-date snapshot of inspection results from across the resort...
13. The Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal - 5 stars, Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen, 233 Lytham Road, Blackpool, FY1 6ES. Inspected on July 31. | Google
14. Ferndale Hotel
Ferndale Hotel - 5 stars, Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house, Ferndale Hotel 12 Vance Road, Blackpool, FY1 4QD. Inspected on July 30. | Google
15. Olive
Olive - 5 stars, Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen, 293 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3PF. Inspected on July 29. | Google
16. Blackpool Bowl
Blackpool Bowl - 5 stars, Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen, 29-37 Market Street, Blackpool, FY1 1EX. Inspected on July 29. | Google
17. Tower Fisheries
Tower Fisheries - 5 stars, Takeaway/sandwich shop, 117-119 Topping Street, Blackpool, FY1 3AA. Inspected on July 28. | Google