These 15 eateries have been given five-star ratings following their most recent inspections, meaning that hygiene standards are very good.
Food hygiene inspections are carried out by the local authority – in this case, South Tyneside Council – with ratings provided and published by the Food Standards Agency.
Pictures are for illustrative purposes only. Ratings and dates are correct at time of publication.

5. Guy's Chinese Takeaway
Guy's Chinese Takeaway at 196A Green Lane, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE34 0TQ. Last inspected on March 16, 2020. Photo: Google Maps

6. The Crown of India
The Crown of India at 214 Ocean Road, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE33 2JQ. Last inspected on March 16, 2020. Photo: Google Maps

7. Donatellos
Donatellos at 101 Fowler Street, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE33 1NU. Last inspected on March 13, 2020. Photo: Google Maps

8. H S & K K Gill (Gills)
H S & K K Gill (Gills) at 44 Stanhope Road, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE33 4BT. Last inspected on March 11, 2020. Photo: Google Maps

