LA STREGA BISTRO
504 N ALAFAYA TRL STE 105, Orlando FL 32828 · 4074402099
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Observed two live small insects next to dishwasher not touching any food. Next routine visit per supervisor.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 small live flying insects one located by the dish area and one by the mop sink not landing at any food. Next routine visit per supervisor.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink.
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. Wasn't able to provided any training.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. The employee hand sink next to exit door.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sliced mozzarella breaded prepared 2 days ago not labeled. Operator label it.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plate and bowls stored at the storage area at expo station and back of the house not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table cutting board all of the 3 tables.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn bottom of make table and walk-in cooler door. Ice machine broken and Leaking.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Broken lids used to covered the lettuce at the male table.
Food stored on floor. box mussels stored on floor at the floor at the walk-in freezer. Operator moved it.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil stored in water 82 fl Operator reheat the water 165 f second temperature
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of make table the middle one.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Seafood bags stored at standing water to thawed. Still at 41f that's why no stop sale required at the moment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Some wet mops stored at the mop sink wet had one flies landing on it operator discarded.
Feb 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored over raw salmon and mussels at the walk-in freezer. Operator switch it.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Lactic acid sanitizer no test available.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Employee hand sink at kitchen area faucet for hot water not working.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Stainless Spoon at the expo station not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn bottom of make table door and walk-in cooler door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Baseboards back of the house.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored on floor. Operator moved it to the shelves.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in standing water 75 f Operator moved to the sink to get utensils clean then change the water later.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Exit door.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler shelves,bottom and top of make tables.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of pizza table.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour-semolina stored back of the house no label. Operator label it.
Feb 12, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
3 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 small live flying insect found by the 3 compartment sink not landing at any food. Observed 1 small live flying at the bar area not landing at any food. Next day call back per supervisor.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored over raw salmon and mussels at the walk-in freezer. Operator switch it.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Lactic acid sanitizer no test available.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Employee hand sink at kitchen area faucet for hot water not working.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Stainless Spoon at the expo station not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn bottom of make table door and walk-in cooler door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Baseboards back of the house.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored on floor. Operator moved it to the shelves.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in standing water 75 f Operator moved to the sink to get utensils clean then change the water later.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Exit door.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler shelves,bottom and top of make tables.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of pizza table.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour-semolina stored back of the house no label. Operator label it.
Feb 11, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 small live flying insect found by the 3 compartment sink not landing at any food. Observed 1 small live flying at the bar area not landing at any food. Next day call back per supervisor.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored over raw salmon and mussels at the walk-in freezer. Operator switch it.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Lactic acid sanitizer no test available.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Employee hand sink at kitchen area faucet for hot water not working.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Stainless Spoon at the expo station not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn bottom of make table door and walk-in cooler door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Baseboards back of the house.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored on floor. Operator moved it to the shelves.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in standing water 75 f Operator moved to the sink to get utensils clean then change the water later.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Exit door.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler shelves,bottom and top of make tables.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of pizza table.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour-semolina stored back of the house no label. Operator label it.
Sep 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 4 live flying insects back area by the dishwasher area not landing at any food. Next routine visit per supervisor.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at Make table.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Employee hand wash sink back of the house next to the exit door the hot water faucet not working.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plate,cups and silverware not inverted at the storage area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cup of cafe stored at the storage shelves next to clean plate.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at the walk-in cooler door and bottom of make table.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed two live small insects next to dishwasher not touching any food. Next routine visit per supervisor.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored on top of potato gnocchi at the walk-in freezer.Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored on top of tuna and mussels at the walk-in freezer.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only observed one valid.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plate and silverware at the storage shelves.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Kitchen area all of them.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn bottom of make table.
Light not functioning. One out by the hoods.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar no label.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. At container under sliced tomato.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stuff stored at the employee hand sink the one by the back door.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna prepared yesterday morning no date mark.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Throughout establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plate at he storage area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table the 3 of them.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken At the storage area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between the 2 make table.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Hang it at the oven door.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Non at the kitchen equipment.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee cup of drink at top shelf at the walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout kitchen equipment and the walk-in cooler shelves.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Stainless pan not inverted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen equipment.
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Veal meat was stored in top of cooked Italian sausage at the bottom of the make table.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed frozen yucca stored in bottom of beef steak at the freezer.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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. Operator get it all signed when I'm conducting my inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Ricotta cheese open Saturday no label.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. The hoods filter. Ceiling throughout establishment.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plate at the cook line. Stainless pan disposable at the storage area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone at prep table.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen at all the corners.
Hole in or other damage to wall. In the way to the restroom.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light not functioning. The hoods.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mop sink.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout kitchen equipment especially bottom of make table.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen especially wall next and behind the mop sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flower no label.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw calamari in bowl on top of premade lasagna.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed to chef
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. Emailed chef agreement. Last inspector sent it but he no longer has the same phone.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle on cart
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. On deflector plate
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Spoons and whisks not stored inverted.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Chef discarded 3 salmon, 4 mahi. Explained proper procedure for ROP fish.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee had drink on prep table.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Chefs lunch stored in roll top cooler with other restaurant food items, not segregated.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on roll top cooler door Door on roll top cooler not closing properly Door handle of oven hanging by one side.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall leading to bathroom, from door handle.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall next to triple sink, above trash can.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.