Managed by the Food Standards Agency in partnership with Leeds City Council, these ratings provide a transparent look behind the kitchen doors at how your food is being handled and prepared.
During an inspection, officials assess everything from food storage and preparation to the cleanliness of the facilities and the overall management of food safety.
It is important to note that while these scores aren't a reflection of the taste or quality of the menu, they offer a vital insight into the business’s hygiene standards.
The ratings are marked on a scale of zero to five: a five-star rating represents ‘very good’ standards, while a zero indicates that ‘urgent improvement’ is required.
Throughout December, inspectors visited dozens of sites across the city, and 54 food hygiene ratings have now been published for Leeds takeaways.
From those achieving the top marks to those falling short, here is how our local restaurants and cafes fared.
1. Out Of The Woods - 5*
Out Of The Woods at 113 Water Lane, Holbeck, was rated on December 2. | Google Street View
2. Konak Meze Turkish Restaurant - 5*
Konak Meze Turkish Restaurant at 9 - 11 Town Street, Horsforth, was rated on December 12. | Google Street View
3. Starbucks Coffee Company (Bridgewater Place) - 5*
Starbucks Coffee Company at Unit 2b, Bridgewater Place, Water Lane, Holbeck, was rated on December 8. | Google
4. Thai Sun - 5*
Thai Sun at 33 Town Street, Horsforth, was rated on December 12. | Canva/Food Standards Agency
5. Barrett's Guiseley Theatre - 5*
Barrett's Guiseley Theatre at Guiseley Theatre, The Green, Guiseley, was rated on December 11. | Barrett's Café on Instagram
6. The Choccy Pig Coffee Shop - 5*
The Choccy Pig Coffee Shop at Swincars, Chevin End Road, Guiseley, was rated on December 11. | Google