The latest Michelin Awards ceremony touched down in Orlando to bestow upon restaurateurs and their establishments stars, nods and awards of all kind — and Orlando eateries took home some big wins.

Sorekara, the high-concept stunner from William Shen, was given two Michelin stars, making it just the second restaurant in Florida to earn a 2-star rating, joining Miami’s L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon.

Ryan Ratino’s Ômo by Jônt was given one Michelin star, joining a slew of other Euro-centric tasting menu restaurants and Japanese-leaning establishments like Camille, Kadence, Natsu, Papa Llama, Soseki and Victoria & Albert’s around town.

Spanish steakhouse Capa earned a star for the fourth year running. The new nods bring the total number of Michelin-starred restaurants in the City Beautiful to nine.

Other honors bestowed include an Outstanding Service Award for Sorekara and a Green Star Award for sustainable practices from Kaya (for the second year).

Bib Gourmand distinctions, given to eateries recognizes for “great food at a great value,” were newly handed out to Banh Mi Boy, Coro, Smokemade Meats and Eats, and Unigirl.

While new awards were dished out with no shortage of excitement in Orlando’s resto world, there remain plenty of places maintaining longtime distinctions. Here are all the Orlando eateries who took home stars, Bib Gourmands and other awards at this year’s Michelin ceremony. 

Sorekara’s chef-owner prefers patrons to experience the restaurant without expectations — meaning, they discourage photos. However … Credit: photo by Rob Bartlett

Ômo by Jônt

115 E. Lyman Ave., Winter Park
Ômo by Jônt takes guests on a journey into cuisine from around the world featuring Japanese fare in an interactive atmosphere. With room for up to 16 guests at a time, the eatery ushers guests through three separate rooms, where they can feast on 18 to 22 courses of refined French-Japanese creations. The Living Room is where guests can snack on a “barrage of canapés.” Then they’re led to the Savory Counter for the brunt of the meal, finishing in the Pastry Parlor. Credit: Photo via Ômo by Jônt/Facebook

Kaya

618 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando
At Kaya, a modern Filipino restaurant, there’s a homey feel and a menu that deliberately tests any preconceived notions people may have of Filipino fare. Credit: Photo via Kaya
Banh Mi Boy 1110 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando Banh Mi Boy, a new outpost in the Asian-leaning Mills Market, earned a Bib Gourmand distinction (reserved for places offering exceptionally good food at moderate prices). The spot was added to the Michelin Guide earlier this year. It serves up sandwiches, including of course banh mi, coffee and more. Credit: photo by Faiyaz Kara
Unigirl 1110 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando Named after William Shen’s pet shiba inu, the casual spot offfers made-to-order onigiri — that is, nori-wrapped rice balls formed into a triangular shape and stuffed with assorted fillings like ume shiso (pickled plum), tuna mayo and mentaiko (spicy cod roe). Credit: Image via Unigirl
Coro 3022 Corrine Drive, Orlando “Absolutely incredible! The menu changes often based on what fresh ingredients are available which is awesome because each time we go back we would want to try new things. It’s rare to order a lot of shared plates and enjoy every single one. The flavors were so rich and unique!” — Kathryn P. Credit: Photo via Coro/Google Maps

Smokemade Meats and Eats

1400 S. Crystal Lake Drive, Orlando
The stellar pop-up run by Tyler Brunache brings Central Texas-style barbecue to the old Italian House Restaurant space. His brisket might be one of the best in the city, but other items like cheddar-jalapeño sausage, ribs, smoked turkey and bangin’ sides and desserts will set barbecue fiends afire. Credit: Photo via Smokemade Meats and Eats/Facebook

Capa

10100 Dream Tree Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista
One Michelin star
Capa, the Spanish steakhouse on the 17th floor of the Four Seasons Resort Orlando, and site of this year’s ceremony, also earned a Michelin star for the fourth year running. Its location makes it a prime spot for watching the firework shows at Epcot and the Magic Kingdom, or just taking in some high-rise views. Staff will take you out onto the terrace a few minutes before the shows so you can view them from the best seats in the house. Reservations are required, so make sure you call ahead. Credit: Photo by Rob Bartlett
Camille 4962 New Broad St., Orlando The real draw at this new Baldwin Park spot is chef Tung Phan’s creative and unconventional spins on Vietnamese dishes, all punctuated with classical French flourishes — dishes like Vietnamese coffee-crusted Wagyu with potato pâvé; espuma of pho; and green papaya with salmon and nước chấm. Credit: Photo by Rob Bartlett
Kadence 1809 Winter Park Road, Orlando With a Michelin star, a reservation required for dinner, and a secret menu, this sushi and sake bar is a hot commodity. There are only nine seats, and tickets range from $155-$175 for one meal, so this is not your go-to for a casual night out. But if you’re in the mood to splurge on some to-die-for sushi, Kadence might be calling your name. Credit: Photo via Kadence/Facebook
Natsu 777 N. Orange Ave., Orlando One Michelin star This exclusive 10-seat sushi omakase concept with one Michelin star aims to offer an immersive culinary experience with an elevated multi-course tasting menu and a high-end atmosphere. Credit: Photo via Natsu Omakase/Facebook

Papa Llama

2840 Curry Ford Road, Orlando
One Michelin star
This spatially tiny and unassuming Peruvian spot has one Michelin star and features live-fire cooking and an impressive tasting menu in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Credit: Photo via Papa Llama/Google Maps
Soseki 955 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park Soseki Modern Omakase is a 10-seat chef’s choice concept located in Winter Park, serving up globally inspired and seasonally sourced dishes that draw in even the pickiest of sushi snobs. Credit: Photo via Soseki

Victoria & Albert’s

4401 Floridian Way, Orlando
The high-end dining spot specializes in creative New American cuisine from chef Matthew Sowers — all wrapped up in an upscale, Old-World ambience. The spot recently snagged the title of best restaurant in country, per Trips to Discover. Credit: Image via Victoria & Albert's/Yelp
Bombay Street Kitchen 6215 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando Bib Gourmand Bombay Street Kitchen serves authentic Indian street food in a casual, unique spot. The menu is massive, and there are plenty of meat- and dairy-free dishes to dive into. It maintains its Bib Gourmand distinction. Credit: Photo via Bombay Street Kitchen/Instagram
Domu 3201 Corrine Drive, Orlando, and 7600 Dr Phillips Blvd., Orlando With two locations in town, Domu offers double the opportunity to relish in these delectable noodles and Asian fusion treats. Credit: Photo via Domu/Facebook

Isan Zaap

4693 Gardens Park Boulevard, Orlando
Bib Gourmand
Maintaining Bib Gourmand status, Isan Zaap is a casual Thai cafe and restaurant specializing in dishes from the Isan region. Credit: photo by Rob Bartlett
Norigami 426 W. Plant Street St., Winter Garden You’ll start off with, uhh, cream cheese! It’s a tongue-in-cheek adornment to Tsan’s signature popcorn hamachi plate also prettied with carefully placed slices of yellowtail, dots of avocado puree, radishes and popped sorghum. Then you might be served wee firefly squid with strawberry, cucumber and a key lime vinaigrette akin to leche de tigre. Credit: photo by Shaina Ofstein / courtesy Michelin Guide

Otto’s High Dive

2304 E. Robinson St., Orlando
Otto’s High Dive is no sleepy watering hole. It’s a “neighborhood rum bar,” alive with the din of tipplers who gather amid an understatedly lush, design-forward space to down daiquiris, mojitos and Cuba libres — and excellent Cuban fare. Credit: Photo via Otto's High Dive/Facebook
The Strand 807 N. Mills Ave., Orlando The Strand has embedded itself into Orlando’s restaurant scene with dishes made from scratch and daily specials using fresh, seasonal ingredients. This popular joint also keeps a rotating inventory of craft beers and wine. Credit: Photo via The Strand/Google Maps
Sushi Saint 400 Pittman St., Orlando A temaki bar and lounge by Michelin-starred chef Mike Collantes, Sushi Saint brings hand roll sushi to downtown Orlando, wrapped in an elegant atmosphere. Credit: Photo via Sushi Saint/Instagram

Taste of Chengdu

4856 New Broad St., Orlando
Bib Gourmand
Bib Gourmand restaurant Taste of Chengdu dishes out authentic Sichuan cuisine with an expansive menu of flavor combinations and traditional eats. Credit: Photo via Taste of Chengdu/Instagram
The Ravenous Pig 565 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park The Ravenous Pig offers inventive New American eats, an in-house taproom and hand-crafted cocktails. The stylish gastropub (with adjoining beer garden) asks that you make reservations because there’s often a wait to get into this foodie heaven — definitely worth the splurge. Credit: Photo via The Ravenous Pig/Facebook

Z Asian

1830 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando
Bib Gourmand
Z Asian, Bib Gourmand recipient, specializes in Vietnamese dishes on East Colonial Drive. Guests can satisfy the biggest of cravings for pho, grilled squid and more in this casual spot. Credit: Image via Google Maps
Zaru 1114 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando The Bib Gourmand-holding concept is by James Beard Award-nominated restaurateurs Johnny and Jimmy Tung. Zaru’s intimate and striking 25-seat dining room features udon noodles made from Japanese flour sourced from Kagawa Prefecture, the birthplace of udon, and offered in both hot and cold options, with and without broths, along with freshly fried tempura and a host of add-ons for a custom-built bowl. Credit: Photo via Zaru/Instagram

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