Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Maestrale it's an italian restaurant and pizzeria - Maestrale, Sarasota, FL

Maestrale

4.6 (145)
$31 to $50
Italian
7515 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
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

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

What 145 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Maestrale offers an authentic Italian dining experience with "our favorite Italian restaurant in Sarasota." Family-run, it features "best Bolognese, gnocchi," and attentive service that makes you feel at home. The generous portions and "simply fantastic" tiramisu make it an irresistible destination for Italian cuisine enthusiasts. Reservations recommended.
145 Reviews
  1. charles VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We discovered a terrific Italian restaurant when we found this place. We were quite discriminating, since we had just returned from a trip to Italy. Authentic Italian food served in a great atmosphere coupled with great service. We will be going again.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Gerald VIP

    Edinburgh/Midlothian36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and excellent experience. Extensive wine list.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Dennis

    Tampa / Central Florida West3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again an outstanding dining experience. Perfectly prepared entree, appetizer & desert. Generous portions and great service. “0ur favorite Italian restaurant in Sarasota.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Paul

    Tampa / Central Florida West5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time at this restaurant…we really enjoyed it and will be back.. Food was excellent and service was great as well.

    Is this helpful?

  5. cynthia VIP

    New York City204 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A special on the menu was vitello tonnato appetizer which our party of five loved . I remember this very dish from decades ago and don’t see it often in Italian restaurants. It was our first time to try this place as recommended by acquaintances. The chicken dish was delicious. So was the orecchiette with broccoli rabe and sausages. Linguini Vongole was not as tasty as expected. However the seafood linguini was very generous but with overcooked shrimp. Tiramisu was supposedly home made. Overall - very good. Will have to go back to try other dishes. Wait staff was friendly and attentive.

    Is this helpful?

  6. WALTER VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A wonderful dinner. Food prepared perfectly and delicious. Service attentive and polite, friendly. Great value overall. Will definitely return and recommend highly.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Shannon VIP

    Southwest Florida20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic Italian food like my Nonna used to make. The veal Marsala was delicious as was the homemade tiramisu! The side of pasta with marinara sauce was so good as well I can’t wait to go back and get pasta and meatballs! Our server, who is the son of the chef, was friendly and obviously knew the menu. He laughed and joked with us. It was like being at a family dinner!

    Is this helpful?

  8. 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,

    Is this helpful?

  9. Walter VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West44 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.

    Is this helpful?

  10. 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!!!

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

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

Maestrale is rated 4.6 stars by 145 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Gulf Gate Estates

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
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.
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo