La Strega Bistro in Orlando
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504 N Alafaya Trl Ste 105, Orlando, FL 32828La Strega Bistro in Orlando has compiled a troubling compliance record marked by persistent high-priority violations and escalating enforcement across 20 inspections since 2016. The facility averaged 11.9 violations per inspection, more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2, with 238 total violations documented. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 8 of the last 10 inspections, and toxic substance control violations were cited in nearly every inspection reviewed. Proper cooking temperature violations, handwashing and food contact surface violations, and consumer advisory failures were also recurring findings. The most recent complaint inspection on February 13, 2026 documented 33 violations across two consecutive days (February 11–12), with the February 12 inspection resulting in a disposition of "Call Back - Extension given, pending," indicating the facility failed to achieve compliance and required additional time to correct violations. A fire safety violation for a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone was documented on April 30, 2020. No emergency closures have been issued despite the sustained pattern of high-priority violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
La Strega Bistro in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
La Strega Bistro in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Strega Bistro in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 4 inspections46 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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La Strega Bistro in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Strega Bistro in Orlando last inspected?
- La Strega Bistro in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 29, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at La Strega Bistro in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Strega Bistro in Orlando are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Toxic substance control.
- How many health inspections has La Strega Bistro in Orlando had?
- La Strega Bistro in Orlando has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Strega Bistro in Orlando find?
- La Strega Bistro in Orlando was most recently inspected on July 29, 2026 with 17 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has La Strega Bistro in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, La Strega Bistro in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has La Strega Bistro in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Strega Bistro in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Strega Bistro in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Papa Lozzi Italia (2020).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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