The rating system ranges from 0 (lowest) to 5 (highest) and every eatery in the country is inspected to make sure good hygiene is being maintained.
The food hygiene rating reflects the standards of food hygiene found on the date of the inspection by the local authority. The food hygiene rating is not a guide to food quality.
The rating is based on a variety of different components such as how food is handled in preparation, cooking, reheating and storage.
Inspectors also look at the cleanliness, layout and structure of the building when it comes to lighting, ventilation and how it is managed.
What does each numbered rating mean?
5 – hygiene standards are very good
4 – hygiene standards are good
3 – hygiene standards are generally satisfactory
2 – some improvement is necessary
1 – major improvement is necessary
0 – urgent improvement is required

17. The Royal Bar & Shaker
The Royal Bar & Shaker on Marine Road Central, Morecambe, has a current 5 star rating. Photo: Contributed

18. The Station
The Station on Marine Road Central, Morecambe, has a current 5 star rating. Photo: Google

19. The William Mitchell
The William Mitchell on Glentworth Road West, Westgate, Morecambe, has a current 5 star rating. Photo: The William Mitchell

20. York Hotel
York Hotel on Lancaster Road, Morecambe, has a current 5 star rating. Photo: Contributed

