The Oddfellows Arms, Pontnewydd, gets five-star rating
The food safety officer rated the pub "very good" for both hygienic food handling and management of food safety.
The cleanliness and condition of the facilities and building were also found to be "good."
The Food Hygiene Rating Act 2013 requires all food businesses in Wales to display their hygiene ratings prominently.
These inspections are conducted by local authority officers who assess the businesses on a scale from zero to five.
A rating of zero means urgent improvement is necessary, while a five signifies that the standards are "excellent."
The Oddfellows Arms achieved the highest possible rating, reflecting their commitment to maintaining high food hygiene standards.
The pub was inspected under three categories: hygienic food handling, cleanliness and condition of facilities and building, and the management of food safety.
The Oddfellows Arms' inspection results show that their food preparation, cooking, re-heating, cooling, and storage processes are of a very high standard.
Their facilities, including the layout, ventilation, hand washing facilities, and pest control measures, are in good condition.
The pub also has a robust system in place to ensure the safety of the food they sell and serve, with staff well-versed in food safety procedures.
The food safety officer has expressed confidence in The Oddfellows Arms' ability to maintain these standards in the future.
The public house's five-star rating is a testament to the hard work and dedication of its staff, and will no doubt reassure customers of the quality and safety of the food served.
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