The Middle Ale
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Middle Ale is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Dunlady Road Dundonald, Belfast, BT16 1TT, in the Lisburn and Castlereagh City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 June 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Lisburn and Castlereagh City oversees 922 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lisburn and Castlereagh City is 4.9 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Dunlady Road Dundonald, Belfast
- Postcode
- BT16 1TT
- Local Authority
- Lisburn and Castlereagh City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1947400
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Middle Ale?
The Middle Ale has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Lisburn and Castlereagh City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 The Middle Ale last inspected?
The Middle Ale was last inspected on 2026-06-16. 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 The Middle Ale located?
The Middle Ale is located at Dunlady Road Dundonald, Belfast , BT16 1TT, in the Lisburn and Castlereagh City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT16 postcode area.