When looking for a new takeaway to try, it is incredibly important to check the food hygiene rating.
The Food Standards Agency runs the food hygiene rating scheme in partnership with local authorities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Inspectors rate food venues on a scale of zero to five, with five representing ‘very good’ hygiene standards and zero outlining ‘urgent improvement’ is necessary.
The food hygiene rating is not a guide to food quality, but gives clear information about the businesses’ hygiene standards. Inspectors look at the handling of food, how food is stored, how food is prepared, the cleanliness of facilities and how food safety is managed.
So far, 20 food hygiene ratings have been published for local South Tyneside takeaways - excluding the big chains - that were inspected in 2026.
Here’s how they fared - from five stars to zero.
1. Billy’s Fish and Chips - 5*
Billy’s Fish and Chips in Horsley Hill, was rated 5* on January 15. | Iconic Media
2. Codfellas Fish & Grill Limited - 5*
Codfellas Fish & Grill Limited in Jarrow, was rated 5* on February 2. | Google Maps
3. Daniela’s Fish Bar - 5*
Daniela’s Fish Bar in East Boldon, was rated 5* on January 16. | Google Maps
4. Donatello’s - 5*
Donatello’s in Fowler Street, was rated 5* on February 5. | Google Maps