Our picks: editorial choices by The Space Coast Wire, not ratings from any review site.

1. Sorekara Orlando · Japanese tasting
   Michelin 2 stars (2026), one of only two two-star restaurants in Florida. (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
2. L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon Miami · French tasting
   Michelin 2 stars (2026), part of the Robuchon international group. (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
3. Rocca Tampa · Italian
   Michelin 1 star and a 2026 James Beard Best Chef: South finalist (Bryce Bonsack). (James Beard 2026 winners and finalists, Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
4. Victoria & Albert's Orlando (Walt Disney World) · Fine dining tasting
   Michelin 1 star for a third straight year (2026). Reservations required; menu starts around $295 per guest. (WDW Magic: holds Michelin star)
5. Cote Miami Miami · Korean steakhouse
   Michelin 1 star (2026) for Korean steakhouse tasting menus. (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
6. Emelina West Palm Beach · Cuban
   Newly awarded Michelin 1 star in May 2026. (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
7. Kosen Tampa · Japanese
   Michelin 1 star (2026). (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
8. Chef's Counter at MAASS Fort Lauderdale · Contemporary tasting
   Michelin 1 star (2026). (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
9. Joe's Stone Crab Miami Beach · Stone crab / seafood
   Open since 1913 and Michelin Recommended (2026); reopened Oct 16 for its 114th stone crab season. (Joe's history, NBC 6: reopens for 114th season)
10. Bern's Steakhouse Tampa · Steakhouse / wine
    Tampa's legendary steakhouse (since 1953) and Michelin Recommended (2026). (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
11. Michael's Genuine Miami · American, farm-to-table
    Michelin Bib Gourmand (2026) for excellent value. (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
12. Chancho King Jacksonville · Filipino-Puerto Rican
    2026 James Beard Best Chef: South finalist and on Eater's Jacksonville guide. (James Beard 2026 nominees, Eater: best restaurants in Jacksonville)
13. Blue Heaven Key West · Key West / Caribbean
    Michelin Recommended (new in 2026): open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, walk-ins welcome. (Michelin Guide: Blue Heaven)
14. Il Ritorno St. Petersburg · Italian
    Michelin Recommended (2026). (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
15. Lucky 8 Sarasota · Chinese
    Newly awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand (May 2026). (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
16. Tong Yin Naples · Chinese
    Newly Michelin Recommended (May 2026). (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
17. Bar Citra St. Augustine · Contemporary
    Newly awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand (May 2026), one of the first St. Augustine picks. (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
18. A Mano Panino Pensacola · Italian sandwiches
    Newly awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand (May 2026). (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
19. Bitterroot Destin · American
    Newly Michelin Recommended (May 2026): the Panhandle's pick when you are near Destin. (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))
20. The Huntsman Tallahassee · American
    Newly Michelin Recommended (May 2026): a Tallahassee pick for trips to the capital. (Michelin Guide Florida 2026 list (FRLA))