Osteria Natalina
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
47
Score
Across the available record, Osteria Natalina has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Tampa restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A carton of heavy cream (62F - Cold Holding) stored on shelf at cook line. Employee moved to reach-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored behind meat sauce and cooked pasta, raw beef stored over cooked short ribs in reach-in cooler at cook line. Raw beef stored over lasagna in walk-in cooler. Employee rearranging items at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Some cooked food items have no date marks stored in walk-in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's and women's restrooms.
31B-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. 2 bags of frozen ground meat thawing in three-compartments sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 2 oil spray bottles at cook line.
02D-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
47
May 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over top meat sauce inside walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Thawed chicken inside walk in cooler has no date markings.
02C-08-5
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Bronco not washed before preparation. Chef washed broccoli. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Canned clams stored on floor.
08B-38-4
70
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw salmon not removed from packaging before thawing.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored overtop cooked pork belly inside reach in cooler on cooks line. Chef removed and properly stored fish. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date markings inside walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in between reach in cooler and food preparation table in kitchen area. Chef removed knife and placed at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic lids, marinara stored on floor underneath food preparation table in kitchen area. Chef removed items from floor and properly stored items.
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on food preparation table in kitchen area. Chef discarded drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand washing sink by back door.
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil's stored in water at 59F. Chef discarded water and placed utensils at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle. Chef removed Tongs hanging on oven door handle. Chef removed tongs and placed at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
50
May 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
16-33-4
78
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
86
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
78
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Osteria Natalina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Osteria Natalina on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Osteria Natalina?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Osteria Natalina.
How does Osteria Natalina compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Osteria Natalina most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Osteria Natalina's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Osteria Natalina have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Osteria Natalina means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Osteria Natalina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Osteria Natalina is inspected around two times per year on average.
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