Orlando is basking in the spotlight following a remarkable achievement at the Michelin Guide Awards ceremony held last night.
Sorekara Japanese has become the second restaurant in Florida to earn two stars from the Michelin Guide, an impressive feat following Miami’s L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, which received the two-star distinction in 2022.
The prestigious awards ceremony took place at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, where culinary excellence across Florida was recognized.
In addition to the two-star winner, four restaurants were honored with one-star designations: Itamae Ao in Miami, Chef’s Counter at MAASS in Fort Lauderdale, Konro in West Palm Beach, and Ômo by Jônt in Orlando.
In a celebratory nod to sustainability, two new Michelin Green Stars were awarded to Miami restaurants EntreNos and Stubborn Seed, recognizing their commitment to environmental practices.
Furthermore, a total of 36 new restaurants received the Bib Gourmand distinction, a title given to high-quality establishments offering a two-course meal for around $50 per person.
The Michelin Guide is widely regarded as the global standard for fine dining evaluations, utilizing a rating system that can award up to three stars.
A one-star rating is designated for a “very good restaurant in its category,” while two stars signify it is “worthy of a detour.”
Three-star restaurants are celebrated as a “special journey.”
The Bib Gourmand status serves as a commendation for eateries that maintain high standards without the prestigious star rankings.
Currently, most of Florida’s Michelin stars remain in Miami.
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon continues its reign as the only two-Michelin-starred restaurant in the city.
As of now, the following restaurants have received one star in Miami for 2025:
Ariete serves upscale American and Cuban cuisine in Coconut Grove.
Boia De offers an eclectic mix of American and Italian cuisine just north of the Design District.
Cote is known for its Korean steakhouse experience in the Miami Design District.
Elcielo Miami provides an experiential Colombian dining adventure.
EntreNos, a green star winner, is celebrated for its contemporary cuisine sourced from local produce.
Hiden is a “hidden” omakase restaurant situated in Wynwood.
The new addition, Itamae Ao, combines Peruvian and Japanese culinary traditions in Midtown.
Le Jardinier focuses on vegetable-centric dishes, created by an alumnus of Joël Robuchon, in the Miami Design District.
Los Felix offers Mexican seafood and tacos in Coconut Grove.
Ogawa is an upscale Japanese omakase restaurant nestled in MoMo Studio.
Shingo serves upscale Japanese omakase in Coral Gables.
Stubborn Seed features an American tasting menu curated by a Top Chef winner in South Beach.
The Surf Club Restaurant presents American comfort food from Chef Thomas Keller in Surfside.
Tambourine Room By Tristan Brandt presents a modern tasting menu with Asian influences on classic French cuisine.
Miami also boasts a range of Bib Gourmand awardees, including Bachour, Chug’s Diner, El Turco, and several others.
The overall selection in Florida now encompasses 172 restaurants and 39 different cuisine types.
In a historic first, Michelin Guide announced that it will cover the entire state of Florida for awards going forward.
Greater Fort Lauderdale, the Palm Beaches, and St. Pete-Clearwater were newly added for award consideration this year, joining Greater Miami, Orlando, and Tampa.
Sorekara Japanese’s two-star award marks a significant milestone in Orlando’s culinary landscape.
Notably, for the first time in its history, Michelin ceremonies across the country chose to forgo traditional Champagne during the celebrations in favor of the Italian sparkling wine, Franciacorta.
This choice is particularly significant given the Guide’s French origins.
In line with the evening’s honors, Jacqueline Pirolo of Macchialina in Miami was celebrated with the Sommelier of the Year Award for Florida.
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