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Maestrale it's an italian restaurant and pizzeria - Maestrale, Sarasota, FL

Maestrale

4.7 (138)
$31 to $50
Italian
7515 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
IMPORTANT NOITCE: Since we use both Opentable and the Touchbistro reservation system we will limit Opentable reservations during busy days, you can still reserve on google/touch-bistro, or you can always call us! This way we avoid overcrowding, thank you for your understanding!

Our restaurant and pizzeria Maestrale it's the wind that brings good and bad weather in the Italian peninsula. Our small family owned place is open for dinner six days a week. Our dishes originally are from Puglia in south Italy: la puccia, focaccia, mozzarella, orecchiette, panzerotti and the sea food dishes, the famous Pugliese olive oil as well as the fine selection of wine are a must! The atmosphere is friendly, family style dining, and also for romantic and special occassions, inspired from the old style elegant Italian restaurants where you feel just like at home, alla salute!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Executive chef
    Franco
  • Catering
    Caterings also available!
  • Private party facilities
    Call us for private events, weddings, business meetings, birthdays, we can open outside hours if necessary.
  • Neighborhood
    Gulf Gate Estates
  • Cross street
    accessible directly from the 41 highway that bring you south to venice
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 138 people are saying

Maestrale reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Neighborhood gem

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Maestrale offers "authentic Italian cuisine" with a personal touch from a family-run establishment. Guests rave about the "best Italian food in the area," enjoying dishes like gnocchi and Bolognese. The "friendly and welcoming" service enhances the dining experience, and the tiramisu is a standout. Reservations are recommended.
138 Reviews
  1. Hanna

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always- great experience! Food was delicious, service was great,

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  2. Walter VIP

    Tampa44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten here twice, and both times the food was exceptional. The service was very good. The first time, there was some delay in getting our food because of some issues in the kitchen. The second time, there was no problem.

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  3. Alex VIP

    New Mexico133 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian food in the area. Family run !! Best Bolognese, gnocchi!!!

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  4. Linda

    Toledo11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We eat here regularly. Best Italian food in the area in our opinion. This is authentic, cooked and served by an Italian family. The olive oil mixture they give you to dip your bread is the best; I wish they sold it in jars!

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  5. Alex VIP

    New Mexico133 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family owned with the best family recipes. Mom, Dad in kitchen and brothers working the tables Food was delicious!!

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  6. Jean

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We all loved our dinners and felt like we were in Italy. The service was excellent and our waiter Ramon could not have been better. We will be back again soon!

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  7. Jim

    Indiana12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, good service and nice location. The pinsa was delightful. Thought things were a little pricey, but will certainly return to this charming, family restaurant.

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  8. Barbara

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal! Authentic Italian cuisine. Took a little time for food to come out but definitely worth the wait! Will most certainly return!!

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  9. Tracy VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
     Excellent southern Italian food delicious Gorgonzola gnocchi fine wine list my wife and I will be back again

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  10. Cynthia

    Western NC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food straight from Italy served by a wonderful family!

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FAQs

Maestrale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 312-5410.

Maestrale is rated 4.7 stars by 138 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Gulf Gate Estates

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Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Maestrale

7515 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231

Additional information

  • Cross street
    accessible directly from the 41 highway that bring you south to venice
  • Neighborhood
    Gulf Gate Estates
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Franco
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Caterings also available!
  • Private party facilities
    Call us for private events, weddings, business meetings, birthdays, we can open outside hours if necessary.
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