The Food Standards Agency scheme gives businesses a rating from five to zero which is displayed at their premises and online so you can make more informed choices about where to buy and eat food.
Establishments rated five are deemed to have hygiene standards which are very good, those rated zero are told urgent improvement is needed.
Ratings show how well the business is doing overall, based on standards found at the time of inspection.
Local inspectors visit any place where food is handled, stored or prepared — but do not take into account quality of the food, customer service, culinary skill, presentation or comfort.
5. Two-star rating
Gianbiaz at 256 Wellingborough Road, Northampton, Nn1 4ej; rated on May 17 Photo: Google Maps
6. Four-star rating
Goals Soccer Centre at Abbeyfield School, Mereway, Northampton, Nn4 8bt; rated on May 10 Photo: Google Maps
7. Three-star rating
Lotus takeaway, 152 Beech Avenue, Abington, Northampton, Nn3 2jn was given the score after assessment on May 18 Photo: Google Maps
8. Four-star rating
Taste of Spice at 38a Main Road, Duston, Northampton, Nn5 6jf; rated on May 17 Photo: Google Maps