1. Kaya

    A small bungalow in Mills 50 frames the open kitchen where Filipino traditions meet Florida's seafood and produce. The tasting menu pivots on dishes like kinilaw na isda—raw fish and fruit suspended in vinegar, bright and vital—and kare kare, oxtail braised tender in peanut sauce, grounded by garlic rice. Cooking that speaks quietly but carries conviction.

    James Beard Awards
    2024 · Nominee · Best New Restaurant
    2025 · Semifinalist · Best Chef: South · Lordfer Lalicon
    Michelin Guide
    Selected Restaurant
    Time Out
    The 20 best restaurants in Orlando
    Eater
    The 38 Best Restaurants in Orlando
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    618 N Thornton Ave, Orlando, FL · Orlando
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