Food hygiene ratings provide diners with an insight into the food safety standards found during inspections at restaurants, cafés, takeaways, pubs and other food businesses.
The national scheme, operated by the Food Standards Agency and administered by local authorities, rates premises from 0 to 5 based on the hygiene standards found at the time of inspection. The ratings do not reflect the quality of the food or the level of customer service.
During inspections, officers assess how food is handled, prepared and stored, as well as the cleanliness of the premises and how effectively businesses manage their food safety procedures.
A rating of five indicates that hygiene standards are "very good", while a rating of zero means urgent improvement is required. Businesses can work to improve their rating by addressing issues identified during an inspection and subsequently requesting a revisit.
7. Boston Hotel
Boston Hotel 3 stars 24 July Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house 34 Queens Promenade Blackpool FY2 9RN | Google
8. Victoria Hospital
Victoria Hospital 5 stars 23 July Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises Whinney Heys Road Blackpool FY3 8NR | Google
9. Squirrel Chippy
Squirrel Chippy 5 stars 23 July Takeaway/sandwich shop 3 Collins Avenue Blackpool FY2 0NS | Google
10. Mr Chips
Mr Chips 5 stars 22 July Takeaway/sandwich shop 119 Egerton Road Blackpool FY1 2NL | Google
11. St Stephens Care Home
St Stephens Care Home with Nursing 5 stars 22 July Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises 4 St Stephens Avenue Blackpool FY2 9RG | Google
12. Lidl
Lidl 5 stars 21 July Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets 4 Anchorsholme Lane West Blackpool FY5 1LY | Google