MAESTRALE RESTAURANT
7515 S TAMIAMI TRL, Sarasota FL 34231 · 9415361546
Last inspected Jun 11, 2026 · 5 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw mussels in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw products.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024032297 | Apr 30, 2024 | Jul 25, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jun 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloths stored solution exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean table linens stored in the employee restroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the front counter.
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Packaged foods not properly protected from cuts when the case-overwrap is opened. Observed an employee open a package of salmon by cutting through the packaging and also in contact with the salmon.
Rear exits not protected with self-closing doors.
May 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw pork stored over bottled water in the walk in cooler. Observed raw ground beef stored over canned tomatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the above foods.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a water pitcher filled from the handwashing sink behind the front counter.
Observed Cooked lasagna prepared on site, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked in the reach in cooler at the pizza station.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a food preparation surface behind the front counter. The operator properly stored the cell phone.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cooked octopus and raw fish stored in metal pans less than 6 inches off the floor. The operator properly stored the above foods.
Rear exits not protected with self-closing doors.
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked lasagna prepared on site, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked in the reach in cooler at the pizza station. The operator properly date marked the lasagna.
Milk opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening behind the bar. The operator date marked the milk.
Can opener blade not kept sharp.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed an in-use pizza peel stored on a soiled surface on top of the pizza oven.
Lights in the warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Rear exits not protected with self-closing doors.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up behind the bar. The operator properly stored the utensils.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the hallway leading to the rear exit.
Apr 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled raw grouper then handled a clean knife without washing hands.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee handle a cell phone then handle pasta which was placed in boiling water.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed packaged raw grouper stored in same container as unwrapped cooked octopus. The operator discarded the grouper due to thawing violation.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw veal removed from original packaging stored in same container with raw chicken in the walk in cooler. The operator pro stored the raw foods.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tiramisu (60F - Cold Holding) in the refrigerator near the pizza station. The tiramisu had been held overnight. The operator discarded the tiramisu.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tiramisu (60F - Cold Holding) in the refrigerator near the pizza station. The tiramisu had been held overnight. The operator discarded the tiramisu.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray chemicals stored on a food prep table near clean utensils. The operator properly stored the chemicals.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lasagna and meat sauce held for more than 24 hours not date marked in the walk in cooler. The operator placed a date mark on the foods.
Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container with no handle used as a scoop for salt in the kitchen. The operator removed the container.
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. Observed thawed grouper not removed from reduced oxygen packaging with label indicating to remove from packaging prior to thawing. The operator discarded the grouper.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Rear exits not protected with self-closing doors.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw lamb thawing at room temperature in the kitchen. The operator placed the lamb in the walk in cooler.
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked lasagna in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the eggs.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw mussels in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tiramisu (56F - Cold Holding) in the refrigerator in the kitchen. The operator stated the tiramisu had been held overnight. The operator discarded the tiramisu.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine wiping cloth solution exceeding 200ppm. The operator discarded the solution and replaced with new solution at 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris. Observed the slicer soiled with food debris.
Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers with no handles used as scoops for salt and sugar in the kitchen. The operator removed the plastic containers.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first in the dish area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cell phone.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the onions.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handles between uses.
Rear exits not protected with self-closing doors.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The operator properly stored the wet mop.
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.