Food Hygiene Ratings for Marks & Spencer

221 locations inspected across the UK. Average rating: 5.0/5.

221
Locations
5.0/5
Average Rating
96.4%
Rated 5/5
0.0%
Rated 0 or 1

Rating distribution

Very Good96.4%188
Good3.6%7
Satisfactory0.0%0
Improvement Needed0.0%0
Major Improvement0.0%0
Urgent Improvement0.0%0

Marks & Spencer has 221 locations across the UK that have been inspected under the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme. The average food hygiene rating is 5.0 out of 5. This is above the national average of 4.6/5, indicating strong food hygiene standards across the chain.

Of all rated locations, 96.4% have achieved the top rating of 5 (Very Good), while 0.0% are rated 0 or 1, indicating urgent or major improvement is needed.

Ratings vary by location — St Albans City has the lowest average rating for Marks & Spencer while Birmingham has the highest. Individual restaurant hygiene depends on local management, so always check the rating of the specific branch you plan to visit.

Data last updated: March 14, 2026

Locations by local authority (top 10)

Local AuthorityLocationsAvg Rating
Edinburgh (City of)60.0/5
Islington55.0/5
Birmingham45.0/5
Wandsworth44.8/5
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole35.0/5
Bromley35.0/5
Camden35.0/5
East Dunbartonshire30.0/5
Greenwich35.0/5
Hammersmith and Fulham35.0/5

Frequently asked questions

What is Marks & Spencer's average food hygiene rating?+

Marks & Spencer has an average food hygiene rating of 5.0 out of 5 across 221 inspected locations in the UK. This is above the national average of 4.6/5.

How many Marks & Spencer locations have a rating of 5?+

There are currently 188 Marks & Spencer locations with the highest rating of 5 (Very Good), representing 96.4% of all rated branches.

Which Marks & Spencer has the lowest food hygiene rating?+

The lowest rated Marks & Spencer locations are in areas like St Albans City. There are 0 locations rated 0 or 1, indicating they require urgent or major improvement. Always check the specific rating of the branch you plan to visit.

Data from official government food safety agencies