/ Food & Dining

Chefs, restaurant openings, and Florida's booming food scene.

A third-floor lounge at RIVANI pairs kakigōri techniques with hamachi crudo and A5 Wagyu katsu.

Chef Coton Stine's new Miami location serves gochujang-glazed shrimp, lamb chops and Burgundy-braised short rib.

Gioia Hospitality's waterfront Italian restaurant serves truffle spaghetti alla chitarra and Maine lobster linguine.

From the team behind Tâm Tâm, the Flagler Street newcomer serves phở, bánh xèo and whole fried fish.

From a celebrity-favorite icon to a long-running French bistro, several South Florida mainstays served their last plates.

A trio of new concepts, led by a Mexico City-style taqueria and speakeasy mezcal lounges, took over the downtown building.

A Mediterranean stunner on a private island, the return of a South Beach icon, and a viral New York bagel shop headlined the season.

Anchored by a two-star standout and a run of new Michelin additions, Orlando's culinary reputation reached new heights in 2026.

Michelin's affordable-dining honors grew to 45 Florida spots, from Peruvian counters to Detroit-style pizza.