Victoria & Albert’s Keeps Michelin Star in 2026 as Capa Loses Its Own

Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has secured its third consecutive Michelin star in the 2026 Michelin Guide Florida, confirming its status as the only Disney‑owned restaurant with the honor. At the same time, Capa at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando was dropped from the star list, shifting to Michelin‑Recommended status【1】.

Key takeaways

• Victoria & Albert’s retained its one‑star rating for the third year in a row【1】.
• The 2026 guide is the first to cover the entire state of Florida, expanding the pool of evaluated restaurants【1】.
• Capa at Four Seasons lost its star and is now listed as Michelin‑Recommended【3】.
• Victoria & Albert’s first earned its star in 2024, becoming the first U.S. theme‑park restaurant to do so【1】.
• The restaurant continues to be recognized for its service, wine program and seasonal menu, with a wine list of over 500 selections【3】.

Victoria & Albert’s: Three Years of Michelin Recognition

When the Michelin Guide entered Florida in 2022, Victoria & Albert’s was still closed for a renovation that would later reopen the venue in July 2022【1】. The restaurant earned its inaugural star in April 2024, a milestone that marked the first time a U.S. theme‑park‑owned eatery received such recognition【1】. The 2026 edition, which now spans the whole state, reaffirmed the star, noting the restaurant’s “intimate setting” and a dining pace likened to a three‑hour waltz led by veteran servers【2】.

The guide praised the kitchen’s classic foundation blended with global influences, highlighting dishes such as tuna with caviar and lychee, king salmon with mole verde, Parisian gnocchi with fontina and date, and venison braised with a juniper‑porcini crust alongside sunchoke puree【2】. Beyond food, inspectors highlighted the extensive wine list—more than 500 selections from 35 regions—and the meticulous water, coffee and tea service【3】. The restaurant’s service team also earned the Michelin Guide Florida Service Award in 2024, underscoring the consistency that Michelin values across visits【1】.

Capa’s Shift to Michelin‑Recommended

Capa, the rooftop steakhouse at Four Seasons Resort Orlando, had held a Michelin star since the guide’s first Florida edition. In the 2026 guide, however, it was demoted to Michelin‑Recommended status, meaning it remains recognized as a standout venue but no longer meets the star criteria【3】. The change reflects the guide’s broader coverage and heightened competition across Florida’s dining landscape. Despite the loss, Capa continues to be noted for its Spanish‑inspired cuisine, premium steaks and views of Walt Disney World fireworks【3】.

Why it matters

The retention of Victoria & Albert’s star highlights the restaurant’s ability to maintain the high standards Michelin inspectors assess—quality ingredients, harmony of flavors, technical mastery, chef personality and consistency—over three consecutive years【2】. Its continued acclaim reinforces Disney’s investment in fine‑dining experiences that rival independent establishments. Conversely, Capa’s downgrade illustrates the dynamic nature of Michelin evaluations, especially as the guide expands statewide, offering diners a clearer picture of Florida’s evolving culinary scene. Both outcomes will shape future reservations and may influence how Disney‑affiliated venues prioritize menu innovation and service excellence moving forward.