No new MICHELIN stars for Orlando, 2 restaurants lose them

Key Points:

• The MICHELIN Guide expanded its 2026 Florida recommendations to cover the entire state, adding six new general recommendations including 1921 Mount Dora, Smoke & Donuts, June, Kappo Tsan, Osteria Ester, and Sparrow.
• Orlando maintained most of its starred restaurants, with Camille, Kadence, Ômo by Jônt, Soseki, and Victoria & Albert’s keeping their one-star status, and Sorekara retaining two stars; however, Capa and Papa Llama lost their stars and were moved to general recommendations.
• No new stars were awarded in Central Florida, but Good Salt Restaurant Group celebrated the inclusion of Osteria Ester and Sparrow in the MICHELIN Guide for the first time.
• The 2026 Florida selections were announced via a livestream on The MICHELIN Guide’s YouTube channel, marking a shift from previous in-person events to a digital format reaching over 7 million followers globally.
• Additional notable recognitions include Juan Valencia of Ômo by Jônt receiving the MICHELIN Sommelier Award, Kaya in Mills 50 retaining its Green Star for sustainable gastronomy, and two restaurants—Emelina in West Palm Beach and Mutra in North Miami Beach—earning their first stars.