Good news as food hygiene ratings handed to three Newcastle establishments

A Food Standards Agency rating sticker on a window of a restaurant in central London. A huge variation in food hygiene standards remains across the UK, with one in five high or medium-risk food outlets failing to meet standards, according to a study.

New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to three of Newcastle’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows – and it’s good news for them all.

Restaurants, cafes and canteens

The following rating has been given to one restaurant, cafe or canteen:

• Rated 5: Sajy’s Cafe & Takeaway at 68 Adelaide Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne; rated on May 12

Pubs, bars and nightclubs

And one rating has been handed to a pub, bar or nightclub:

• Rated 5: Mother Mercy at Basement 44 Cloth Market, Newcastle Upon Tyne; rated on May 3

Takeaways

Plus one rating for a takeaway:

• Rated 5: Barista Sista's at NE6 ; rated on May 15