The Michelin Guide Adds Six More Orlando Area Restaurants to Its List

- Michelle Snow

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Orlando continues its run as one of the most interesting food scenes with a new batch of Michelin Guide picks offering everything from Vietnamese and Chinese to Japanese and barbecue.

New to the list are Bánh Mì Boy, Gyukatsu Rose, Kai Kai, Smokemade Meats + Eats (a personal fave of mine!), Walala Hand-Pulled Noodle House, and Bar Kada.

These new additions will be included in the 2025 edition of the Florida guide when it’s released April 17 at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World.

Here are the Orlando/Central Florida new Additions to The MICHELIN Guide Florida, along with why they were chosen:

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Bánh Mì Boy
Cuisine: Vietnamese

What they said: “Located inside Mills Market, Bánh Mì Boy brings a Vietnamese look, feel, and flavor to this food hall. It’s not just about the classics, though, and fusion finds include a French dip with a side of pho broth, as well as a Vietnamese-style cheesesteak.”

Gyukatsu Rose
Cuisine: Japanese

What they said: “This food stall in the East End Market is from the same team behind Domu. Pull up a seat at this Japanese-focused counter and the concept becomes immediately clear as they fire up the grill—it’s all about gyukatsu, or breaded beef cutlets. It’s a hot ticket, so reservations are a must.”

Kai Kai
Cuisine: Chinese

What they said: “They’re no strangers to these parts, having run a popular food truck before, but Jerry and Jackie Lau’s food stall inside Mills Market is proof that they’re here to stay. Kai Kai shines a spotlight on Cantonese cooking. Roast duck bao is a surprising delight, as is the fried mochi pork dumpling with just a hint of sweetness that delivers an impactful bite.”

Smokemade Meats + Eats
Cuisine: Barbecue

What they said: “Central Texas-style barbecue in Orlando? You bet, at this spot off busy Curry Ford Road from owner/pitmaster Tyler Brunache. It’s a classic meat and sides affair, and they even make their own white bread that’s sliced and served alongside your selections.”

Walala Hand-Pulled Noodle House
Cuisine: Chinese

What they said: “It’s not just a name at this spot run by a father-daughter duo—it’s a promise. It’s all about Lanzhou-style hand-pulled noodles here, where counter seats face a glass-enclosed kitchen displaying bubbling broths and noodles being pulled. While you’re here for the noodles, there are plenty of other tempting options, including pan-fried dumplings and buns, and if you’re lucky, Chinese fried dough with warm soy milk for dipping.”

Bar Kada
Cuisine: Japanese/International

What they said: “The Japanese dishes with global influences have plenty of personality and deliver on bold flavors, as in the kinilaw-style spicy-sweet sashimi or roasted maitake mushrooms in a ponzu beurre blanc.”

For more about the decisions, visit Guide.Michelin.com, and click here to read about previous Orlando area picks.

About Michelle Snow

Michelle is the owner and editor of CitySurfing Orlando. She also owns Zengrrl.com, is a freelance writer specializing in travel and entertainment, has authored/co-authored four guidebooks on Orlando and Florida, and was head editor/writer at TheDisneyBlog.com for 10 years. She's lived in Orlando near Walt Disney World since 1995, and still finds there's so much fun to be had in Central Florida.
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