Food Hygiene Ratings in Aalborg SØ, Denmark

81 food businesses in Aalborg SØ. 98.5% received the best smiley rating at their latest inspection.

81
Businesses
98.5%
Happy Smiley
1
Poor Ratings

Smiley distribution

Code 1 — happy98.5%66
Code 2 — straight mouth0.0%0
Code 3 — straight mouth0.0%0
Code 4 — sour1.5%1

Food hygiene in Aalborg SØ is regulated by the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen) using the Smiley scheme (Smiley-ordningen). Denmark was the first country in the world to introduce mandatory food hygiene ratings in 2001. The current consumer-facing scheme uses a happy, straight-mouth, or sour smiley. The underlying source can retain numeric sanction codes, so this directory reports those source categories without presenting them as four current smiley levels.

In Aalborg SØ, there are 81 food businesses covered by the Smiley scheme. In the July 26, 2026 source snapshot, 98.5% have code 1, corresponding to the best result. The former Elite Smiley programme is no longer a current award and is not used in these comparisons.

When eating out in Denmark, look for the smiley sticker displayed at the entrance. The most recent inspection result is always shown first. Danish food safety standards are among the highest in the world, and the transparency of the Smiley system gives consumers real power to make informed choices. All inspection reports are publicly available on the findsmiley.dk website.

Source snapshot retrieved: July 26, 2026. Ratings may have changed since retrieval; verify with the linked authority.

Lowest rated establishments

NameAddressRatingDate
MUMS v/Charlotte Blak FrostGugvej 1844Apr 13, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How many food businesses in Aalborg SØ have a happy smiley?+

The source snapshot contains 66 food businesses in Aalborg SØ with source code 1 (happy smiley), representing 98.5% of all rated establishments. A happy smiley means no issues were found during the most recent inspection.

What does a sour smiley mean for a food business in Aalborg SØ?+

A sour smiley is the poorest result in Denmark's current consumer-facing Smiley scheme. It indicates that the authority found serious non-compliance and may have issued an injunction, prohibition or fine. Check the linked official inspection report for the exact finding and current status.

How often are food businesses inspected in Aalborg SØ?+

In Denmark, inspection frequency depends on the type and risk level of the business. Standard food businesses are inspected 1-3 times per year. Businesses with poor results are inspected more frequently. Inspection frequency is set by the authority and should be checked in current official guidance.

Data from official government food safety agencies