Bar Leona

111 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Bar Leona four times, with records going back to 2024. On Jan 22, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader New Smyrna Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 72, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Nov 21, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Bolognese 49-50F, marinara 46-48F. Cooling overnight in stacked 1/3 pans in walk in cooler **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Parm butter 11/13 Fresh mozzarella 11/11 **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Parm butter in a pastry bag 61F, in and out per operator **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade guard **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Uncovered drink over reach in cooler **Warning**
12B-07-4
39
May 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. Bottles of water in ice used for drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-56-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm cl. Operator changed out chemical and primed. Corrected to 50
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade guard
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Reads 32F at room temp
05-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case under shelving walk in cooler
08B-38-4
52
Dec 10, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bar Leona last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bar Leona on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bar Leona?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bar Leona.

How does Bar Leona compare to other restaurants in New Smyrna Beach?

Bar Leona most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the New Smyrna Beach average of 72.

Has Bar Leona's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bar Leona have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bar Leona means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.