Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has retained its status as a MICHELIN star restaurant.
Victoria & Albert’s MICHELIN Star Status
In 2024, the restaurant earned Disney’s first-ever MICHELIN star. It remains the first and only restaurant owned and operated by a U.S. theme park to hold a MICHELIN star.
Victoria & Albert’s opened in 1988. In 2022, it was refurbished and received a refreshed menu. It offers two curated tasting menus of “exquisite culinary creations” made with fresh, sustainable ingredients.
“The ingredients drive the menu,” Chef de Cuisine and Walt Disney Legacy Award Winner Matthew Sowers told Disney Parks Blog. “We use the freshest seafood and highest quality meat from across the globe as the base of our dishes. For example, the Glacier 51 Toothfish on the current menu can only be found in the Arctic, more than one mile under the ocean’s surface.”
The Victoria & Albert’s menu shifts seasonally, so returning guests always get a new, unique experience. The courses are inspired by the culinary team’s travels, cultural backgrounds, and personal stories.
“The Miyazaki A-5 Wagyu on the current menu is inspired by Chef Miguel’s Venezuelan roots. During the winter months, beef and cabbage are staple ingredients in his family’s meals,” explained Sharon, a cast member who has served at Victoria & Albert’s for over 20 years. “And the Norwegian King Crab is a nod to Chef Gabriella’s home country of Norway. We have Chefs from all over the world bringing their stories to life in every dish – curating a fine dining experience in a way only Disney can.”
When asked about the restaurant’s success, Chef Nathan said, “It’s because we’re a family. We all really do care for the restaurant and each other. Every single one of us goes above and beyond. We have a shared vision of excellence.”
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