Jiang’s Kitchen set to serve its perfect 18-pleat soup dumplings in downtown Orlando

Dan dan noodles, wonton soup, pan-fried dumplings and sushi rolls will be served as well

by Faiyaz Kara March 9, 2026March 9, 2026

Next month, Eric and Miaozhen Zhang will open Jiang’s Kitchen at 27 E. Robinson St. downtown, which will specialize in 18-pleat soup dumplings.

Openings, Closings + Moves

Sabai Thai Street Food will bring a taste of Phuket to SoDo

“We want to bring dishes to Orlando that you don’t often see.”

by Faiyaz Kara March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

Tip Jar

UniMart, a Japanese konbini, will form the next phase of Mills Market

Sorekara’s William Shen will open a quick-eats convenience store inside the bustling food hub and market

by Faiyaz Kara March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Tip Jar

Q Sushi is taking over the old Pom Pom’s space in the Milk District

The eight-seat counter-style omakase experience will focus on seasonal Japanese fish and premium ingredients

by Faiyaz Kara February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Tip Jar

Hayashi Tarō, an “omakase bento” concept from Lewis Lin, is coming to Mills 50

The restaurant will focus on to-go options but will also feature an eight-seat counter

by Faiyaz Kara February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Tip Jar

Local food news: Prairie House Coffee opens in College Park; Suffering Bastard tiki bar moves to Mills 50

Plus three can’t-miss foodie events

by Faiyaz Kara February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Tip Jar

Zayn & Co. will open a permanent booth in the back patio of Digress Wine next month

Owners of the Palestinian coffee and food truck will also debut Mashawi, featuring Palestinian-American street food, and Mini-Zayn.

by Faiyaz Kara February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

Tip Jar

New Asian options Z, Mii, and Taiwan cafes all now open; banks getting in the coffee game; book tasting next week

Almost more restaurant openings and food events than we can fit in this week

by Faiyaz Kara February 19, 2026February 23, 2026

Openings, Closings + Moves

Sushi Saint is now open in former Bar Kada space

The handroll bar and sushi lounge from Michelin-recognized chef Michael Collantes is now also open in Winter Park

by Juanita Olarte February 16, 2026

Drinking + Bars

Thornton Park’s newest themed pop-up bar kicks off soccer season

The Final Whistle is open through March 31

by Mia Schaeperkoetter February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Tip Jar

Vines Grille and The H team up as Vines by H; a second location of Sushi Saint opens

Plus bye-bye Bahama Breeze, Final Whistle pub pops up in Thornton Park, and more local food news

by Faiyaz Kara February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Food + Drink

Local food news: Peter’s Kitchen is now Ming Garden; Colonialtown gets a Jeff’s Bagel Run

Plus Raine’s Pizzeria takes over the old Leguminati space, a new tenant for Colibri in Baldwin Park, and more

by Faiyaz Kara January 22, 2026January 23, 2026

Food + Drink

Wendy Lopez, chef behind Reyes Mezcaleria and Sparrow Wine Bar, nominated for a 2026 James Beard Award

“We are freaking out for her!”

by Faiyaz Kara January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

Food + Drink

Austin’s Coffee announces soft reopening date at new Winter Park location

Doors open at the end of January

by Matthew Moyer January 20, 2026January 29, 2026

Food + Drink

Local restaurant news: Kappo Tsan is now open; Ivanhood wine bar Arden has closed

Plus plenty more openings, closings, and new Orlando tastes

by Faiyaz Kara January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Food News

Six Ravens, by Gideon’s Bakehouse owner Steve Lewis, is coming to Disney Springs

The shop will specialize in “coffyns” — fluffy yeast rolls encasing savory fillings created in collaboration with local chefs

by Faiyaz Kara January 16, 2026January 18, 2026

Food + Drink

Seoul Bōl, a ‘modern Korean wellness bowl restaurant,’ is coming to Windermere

“The demographic of the area is more suited to quick, healthy meals”

by Faiyaz Kara January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

News

Ramen Rumble 8 pits champions of years past against each other

Ladles out! Morimoto Asia will host this year’s ‘Battle of the Champions’ Feb. 2

by Faiyaz Kara January 6, 2026January 7, 2026

Openings, Closings + Moves

Mecatos Bakery and Cafe opening in The Coop space in Winter Park

John Rivers says, “I wish Mecatos the best of luck there. It is a very special place.”

by Faiyaz Kara December 27, 2025December 27, 2025

Food + Drink

15 new restaurants coming to Orlando in 2026

Internet-famous bagels, pickleball eats, Jack in the Box and more

by Faiyaz Kara and Chloe Greenberg December 23, 2025December 23, 2025

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Food News

Jiang’s Kitchen set to serve its perfect 18-pleat soup dumplings in downtown Orlando

Sabai Thai Street Food will bring a taste of Phuket to SoDo

UniMart, a Japanese konbini, will form the next phase of Mills Market

Q Sushi is taking over the old Pom Pom’s space in the Milk District

Hayashi Tarō, an “omakase bento” concept from Lewis Lin, is coming to Mills 50

Local food news: Prairie House Coffee opens in College Park; Suffering Bastard tiki bar moves to Mills 50

Zayn & Co. will open a permanent booth in the back patio of Digress Wine next month

New Asian options Z, Mii, and Taiwan cafes all now open; banks getting in the coffee game; book tasting next week

Sushi Saint is now open in former Bar Kada space

Thornton Park’s newest themed pop-up bar kicks off soccer season

Vines Grille and The H team up as Vines by H; a second location of Sushi Saint opens

Local food news: Peter’s Kitchen is now Ming Garden; Colonialtown gets a Jeff’s Bagel Run

Wendy Lopez, chef behind Reyes Mezcaleria and Sparrow Wine Bar, nominated for a 2026 James Beard Award

Austin’s Coffee announces soft reopening date at new Winter Park location

Local restaurant news: Kappo Tsan is now open; Ivanhood wine bar Arden has closed

Six Ravens, by Gideon’s Bakehouse owner Steve Lewis, is coming to Disney Springs

Seoul Bōl, a ‘modern Korean wellness bowl restaurant,’ is coming to Windermere

Ramen Rumble 8 pits champions of years past against each other

Mecatos Bakery and Cafe opening in The Coop space in Winter Park

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