Newry home to second cleanest restaurants, cafes and canteens in Northern Ireland
New data has revealed that Newry currently holds the second highest percentage of five-star food hygiene ratings across their restaurants, cafes and canteens.
Alliance Online Ireland, a leading catering supplier across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, analysed data from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) for 10 of the most populous Northern Irish cities, to find where has the cleanest restaurants, cafes and canteens.
Lisburn ranked on top with 90 of its 104 venues (87%) being awarded a five-star food hygiene rating.
Newry ranked in second with 88 of its 104 venues (85%) currently holding a five-star food hygiene rating.
In third place is Bangor with 60 out of 74 venues (81%) given a five-star food hygiene rating.
For restaurants to meet the five-star rating, they must ensure they maintain cleaning routines, strict food handling practices, up-to-date staff training, effective waste management, and provide food hygiene posters and signage.