MIAMI, FL - On Thursday, June 9th, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) celebrated the release of the first-ever Michelin Guide Miami, Orlando and Tampa during a live ceremony at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando where Greater Miami and Miami Beach were awarded 11 of the 15 new Michelin Stars, including the only Two-Michelin-Star restaurant, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon Miami.
Twenty-nine restaurants in the three cities were honored with the Bib Gourmand designation, and Miami had the only restaurants who received special awards in the Sommelier of the Year and Exceptional Cocktails categories.
In total, 65 restaurants in Greater Miami and Miami Beach were recognized, representing more than half of all the restaurants in the new Florida Michelin guide.
“In recent years, we’ve seen an influx of quality culinary concepts coming to Greater Miami and Miami Beach, further positioning us as a leading, world-renowned dining destination,” said David Whitaker, President & CEO of the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau.
“We’re delighted to partner with VISIT Florida and our colleagues in Orlando and Tampa to introduce Florida’s first-ever Michelin Guide. This prestigious honor serves to solidify Miami and Miami Beach as one of the most sought-after business and leisure travel destinations in the world.”
“Despite the challenges of the last couple of years, the growth our local culinary industry can be credited to our community’s resilience,” noted Whitaker.
“Miami is not only an international destination, but also a melting pot of cultures with food being key to showcasing the different traditions from around the world that call Miami and Miami Beach home. Securing the Michelin guide helps us showcase the expertise of our local chefs and highlights their innovative styles on an international platform. We are delighted to celebrate the 15 restaurants, chefs, and their teams that have received this prestigious recognition.”
Michelin Stars
- L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon
- Ariete
- Boia De
- Cote Miami
- The Den at Sushi Azabu Miami
- Elcielo Miami
- Hiden
- Le Jardinier
- Los Félix
- Stubborn Seed
- The Surf Club Restaurant
Bib Gourmand
- Bachour
- Chug’s Diner
- DOYA
- El Turco
- Ghee Indian Kitchen
- Hometown Barbecue Miami
- Itamae
- Krüs Kitchen
- La Natural
- Lucali
- Lung Yai Thai Tapas
- Mandolin Aegean Bistro
- Michael’s Genuine
- Phuc Yea
- Red Rooster Overtown
- Sanguich De
- Tinta y Cafe
- Zak The Baker
- Zitz Sum
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