Mandola's Italian Kitchen

601 Maitland Blvd, Maitland, FL 32751

Italian

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Mandola's Italian Kitchen five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Maitland restaurants (averaging 71), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue spray bottle not labeled at cashier station **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, Small board on front line heavily stained

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink end of cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Salmon placed in front drawers starting to defrost, advised operator to remove during thawing as packaging states **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - towel used under cutting board on front line **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to small boards on front line

14-09-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Styrofoam bowls on front counter and soufle cups not inverted **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Oct 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 2 sanitizer buckets stored next to food items on front line **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled - hanging on rack at ware washing area **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands at front counter by pizza make station

27-19-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink in ware washing are has leak under sink draining onto floor

29-11-4

Basic - towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cut board end of line by hand sink has cut marks to all boards on front line

14-09-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on top of boxed sodas **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of cooking oil on floor on front line **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers on line not inverted **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Feb 19, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 7, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mandola's Italian Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mandola's Italian Kitchen on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mandola's Italian Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mandola's Italian Kitchen.

How does Mandola's Italian Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Maitland?

Mandola's Italian Kitchen most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Maitland average of 71.

Has Mandola's Italian Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mandola's Italian Kitchen have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mandola's Italian Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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