Eastern Star
Eastern Star is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 3 Yetholm Place, Newbiggin Hall, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 4ED, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 August 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Newcastle Upon Tyne oversees 2,186 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newcastle Upon Tyne is 4.6 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
Details
- Business Type
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 3 Yetholm Place, Newbiggin Hall, Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Postcode
- NE5 4ED
- Local Authority
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1831793
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Eastern Star?
Eastern Star has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Newcastle Upon Tyne.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Eastern Star last inspected?
Eastern Star was last inspected on 2026-08-20. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Eastern Star located?
Eastern Star is located at 3 Yetholm Place, Newbiggin Hall, Newcastle Upon Tyne , NE5 4ED, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE5 postcode area.