Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has once again solidified its place among Florida’s finest dining destinations, officially retaining its Michelin Star in the 2026 Florida Michelin Guide. This marks the third consecutive year the signature Walt Disney World restaurant has earned one Michelin star recognition.
The continued recognition reinforces Victoria & Albert’s status as the premier fine dining experience at Walt Disney World and one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Central Florida.
Led by Chef de Cuisine Miguel Santeliz, Victoria & Albert’s continues to impress guests and Michelin inspectors alike with its elevated service, refined presentation, and globally inspired fine dining experience. Santeliz brings more than two decades of Walt Disney World culinary experience to the restaurant, having previously worked at signature dining locations including Yachtsman Steakhouse, Trattoria al Forno, and Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera. Since joining Victoria & Albert’s in 2022, he has helped shape some of Disney’s most refined culinary offerings, including work on Remy aboard Disney Cruise Line alongside 3 Michelin Star Chef Arnaud Lallement.
The celebrated dining experience is further elevated by Pastry Chef Ally Rogers, Executive Chef Matthew Sowers, Culinary Director Scott Hunnel, and Maître d’Hôtel Israel Pérez, who has led the restaurant’s renowned front-of-house experience since 2004. Together, the team delivers multi-course tasting menus crafted with seasonal ingredients and paired with an award-winning wine collection featuring more than 500 selections from 35 wine regions around the world.
Guests can choose between three distinct dining experiences:
- The Dining Room, featuring Victorian inspired elegance
- Queen Victoria’s Room, offering an expanded and intimate tasting menu
- The Chef’s Table, providing a behind the scenes culinary experience inside the kitchen
Victoria & Albert’s has long held elite distinctions including the AAA Five Diamond Award since 2000, Forbes Travel Guide Five Star recognition since 2018, the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and Florida Trend’s Golden Spoon Hall of Fame honor. Retaining its Michelin star for a third straight year further cements the restaurant’s legacy among the nation’s top dining establishments.
What Are Michelin Stars?
The Michelin Guide is considered one of the most prestigious restaurant rating systems in the world. Anonymous Michelin inspectors evaluate restaurants using five criteria:
- Quality of ingredients
- Harmony of flavors
- Mastery of techniques
- Personality of the chef expressed through the cuisine
- Consistency across visits
Restaurants can earn up to three Michelin stars:
- One Star: High quality cooking worth a stop
- Two Stars: Excellent cooking worth a detour
- Three Stars: Exceptional cuisine worth a special journey
Importantly, Michelin stars are reevaluated annually. Restaurants can gain, retain, or lose stars based on consistency and overall dining experience.
Orlando Area Restaurants Recognized in the 2026 Michelin Guide
Beyond Victoria & Albert’s, several Disney area and Disney-connected restaurants were also recognized in the 2026 Michelin Guide.
One of the biggest developments this year involves Capa at Four Seasons Resort Orlando. The rooftop steakhouse did not retain its Michelin star for 2026 and is now listed as a Michelin Recommended restaurant. While no longer starred, Michelin Recommended restaurants are still recognized by inspectors as standout dining destinations worthy of inclusion in the guide.
Known for its rooftop ambiance, Spanish influenced cuisine, premium steaks, and views overlooking Walt Disney World fireworks, Capa remains one of the most popular luxury dining experiences near Disney property.
Several additional Disney connected restaurants also earned recognition this year.
The Ravenous Pig in Winter Park received a Bib Gourmand designation, which recognizes restaurants offering exceptional food at a great value. Disney fans may recognize The Ravenous Pig as the sister restaurant to The Polite Pig at Disney Springs.
Meanwhile, The Polite Pig was named a Michelin Recommended restaurant for 2026 alongside several other notable Disney area dining locations.
Restaurants receiving Michelin Recommended recognition include:
- Capa at Four Seasons Resort Orlando
- Citricos at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
- The Polite Pig at Disney Springs
- Toledo at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
- Ravello at Four Seasons Resort Orlando
- Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs
What You Need to Know
| Restaurant | 2026 Michelin Recognition |
|---|---|
| Victoria & Albert’s | Retained One Michelin Star |
| Capa | Michelin Recommended |
| Citricos | Michelin Recommended |
| The Ravenous Pig | Bib Gourmand |
| The Polite Pig | Michelin Recommended |
| Toledo | Michelin Recommended |
| Ravello | Michelin Recommended |
| Morimoto Asia | Michelin Recommended |
These Michelin recognitions continue to highlight just how strong the culinary scene around Walt Disney World has become.
From signature fine dining at Victoria & Albert’s to Disney Springs favorites like Morimoto Asia and The Polite Pig, Members have access to an increasingly diverse lineup of nationally recognized restaurants during their stay.
As Central Florida’s culinary reputation continues to grow, food tourism is becoming an even bigger part of the Disney vacation experience.
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Laurie Eback
May 28, 2026We have been there 3 times, also with our young daughter several years ago. We looked forward to visiting again sometime. Always a top notch experience ❤️
Joe
May 28, 2026They deserved it years ago, but on or 22 reservation last fall we will never be going back, the food was average when you compare it to the food they served before the extended shut down. Our service was also lacking. We used to be greeted by Israel like he was happy we were back, i think they cared and saw you were returning guest, I understand some of it is show, but this last trip there it was like here is your table do you like our new look and that was it.
So I am not sure how Michelin really makes their decision but they missed by not awarding this award when they really deserved it.