TAMPA, FL – If you’re planning a trip to Florida this year, OpenTable recently dropped its 2026 Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America list, and Florida had numerous options on the list. The Sunshine State landed 18 spots on the list, more than any other state in the U.S.

So, let’s talk about where Florida landed on this list:

Orlando is stacked

Orlando diners already know this, but seeing Orlando come on top of the list is yet another indication that Orlando is much more than meets the eye. The city pulled in names such as Capa at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World, Ravello right there with it, Knife & Spoon at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, Bull & Bear Steakhouse at Waldorf Astoria Orlando, Ceiba at Evermore Orlando Resort, Nami at Lake Nona Wave Hotel, Old Hickory Steakhouse at Gaylord Palms, and Sear + Sea at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek. That’s a full week of dinner reservations right there, and you haven’t even left theme park part of town.

Tampa Bay recognized as well

Lilac at The Tampa EDITION made the cut for the list. St. Pete diners get a shoutout too with Elliott Aster at The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club. Two very different vibes, both offering high-end experiences.

South Florida keeps it upscale as expected

Down in Fort Lauderdale and Miami, the list gets fancy fast. Evelyn’s at Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale and Akira Back at The Ray Hotel Delray Beach both made the cut, along with Takato at Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach. And if you want a side of history with your dinner, Gianni’s at the Former Versace Mansion in Miami Beach is literally set inside The Villa Casa Casuarina. You’re eating dinner in Gianni Versace’s actual house.

Why this matters for your next trip

Here’s the thing about hotel restaurants that I think people miss. You don’t need a reservation at the hotel itself to eat there. OpenTable’s research found that 92 percent of people have eaten at a hotel restaurant without ever staying the night. So even if you’re not booking a room at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills or the Four Seasons Orlando, you can absolutely still walk in and eat like you are.

My take

Florida’s hotel dining scene has improved its repertoire along with the rest of the state’s dining scene. Whether you’re visiting Orlando and its theme parks, a Tampa beach getaway weekend, or a South Florida splurge, there’s a hotel restaurant on the list that’s worth building the whole trip around.

You can check out the full 2026 Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America list, plus city guides and flight and hotel pricing, at opentable.com.

About me: Hello my name is Carlos Hernandez and I am a writer and journalist with over 15 years of experience. I write the food and travel blog Carlos Eats (https://www.carloseats.com) and also contribute to several newspapers and magazines on numerous topics.