Le Merle Bakery

2985 West Bay Dr., Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Le Merle Bakery has been inspected seven times since 2023. On Nov 12, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

The city-wide average for Belleair Bluffs sits at 76, putting Le Merle Bakery on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Thawing product in prep area hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Feb 21, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

May 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on shelf in kitchen . Manager labeled bottle . **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Mar 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Aug 10, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jun 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Butane fuel stored above prep table in kitchen. Operator moved item to chemical section. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-10-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator stated items were place in stand alone cooler more than 24 hours ago. raw eggs (46F - temp taking at 9:34am); butter cream (46F - Cold Holding); butter (42F - Cold Holding) Observed half and half at station near front door being held at 64f. Emailed operator Time as a Public Health Control paperwork for half and half. Re-temped low fat milk 42f, Heavy whipping cream 42. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

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. Establishment has no proof of employee training. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. **Warning**

05-07-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board in prep area with deep cut marks. **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment serves cold smoked salmon raw. Item is not identified on menus. **Warning**

02B-01-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not covered. Operator covered filters. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

25-06-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board in prep area with deep cut marks. **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling foods without hair restraint. **Warning**

13-03-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located at wait station not stored in a protected manner between uses. Ice scoop is stored hanging on outside of ice bin. **Warning**

10-13-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris. **Warning**

22-08-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Le Merle Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Le Merle Bakery on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Le Merle Bakery compare to other restaurants in Belleair Bluffs?

Le Merle Bakery most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Belleair Bluffs average of 76.

Has Le Merle Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Le Merle Bakery have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Le Merle Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Le Merle Bakery is inspected around three times per year on average.

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