Good news as food hygiene ratings awarded to two Mid and East Antrim establishments

New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to two of Mid and East Antrim’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows – and it’s good news for them both.

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.

placeholder image — 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.

Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge, a restaurant, cafe or canteen at 76-82 Main Street, Garvaghy, Portglenone, Antrim was handed a five-out-of-five rating after assessment on November 28.

And The Spice Merchant Carrickfergus, a takeaway at 161 Larne Road, North East Division, Carrickfergus, Antrim was also given a score of five on January 2.