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NewsSt. Pete RisingAugust 3, 2026Pinellas

Belleair Coffee Company to open new location at 1211 4th Street North in St. Petersburg

Belleair Coffee Company is opening its third location at 1211 4th Street North in St. Petersburg this fall, replacing the former flagship cafe of The Blend. The new establishment will offer specialty coffee, food, beer, and wine in a 2,500-square-foot space.

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Why It Matters

The opening marks a change in local business occupancy at a prominent commercial site in the Old Northeast neighborhood following the closure of a long-standing cafe.

Key Facts

  • Belleair Coffee Company is opening its third location at 1211 4th Street North.
  • The new location occupies a 2,500-square-foot space formerly held by The Blend.
  • The opening is targeted for early October following cosmetic upgrades.
  • The menu will include house-roasted coffee, baked goods, breakfast, lunch, beer, and wine.
  • The Blend closed its 4th Street North location last week after six years of operation.
  • The Blend's closure is part of a consolidation effort related to an ongoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy case.

Who's Mentioned

personChris Whalen“Co-owner of Belleair Coffee Company.”location1211 4th Street North“The address of the new business location.”organizationThe Blend“The business that previously occupied the site and is currently in bankruptcy.”organizationBelleair Coffee Company“The business opening the new location.”