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6 FL Restaurants Rank Best In Nation On Yelp's Annual List: Here's Where
The list features everything from a Michelin-starred steakhouse to classic Italian deli fare from Florida.
FLORIDA — Yelp has released its list of top restaurants across the country for the year, and six Florida restaurants made the cut.
The list — “Yelp’s Top 100 US Restaurants 2026," released on Wednesday — features everything from a Michelin-starred steakhouse to classic Italian deli fare from Florida.
“We’ve rounded up the latest drool-worthy, Yelper-loved places to eat — just in time for your 2026 restaurant bucket list,” Yelp said. “Across the US, chefs are plating up memorable, can’t-miss meals at fine-dining rooms, food halls, counter-order favorites, cozy cafes, and wallet-friendly gems that deliver big flavor without the big bill.”
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To create the list, Yelp said it “identified businesses in the restaurant category, then ranked those spots using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews.”
The highest-ranked Florida restaurant on the list is Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse COTE Miami at No. 20, which has a 4.5 rating on Yelp and serves up American Wagyu, USDA Prime and reserve cuts of meat in an upscale setting.
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"If it's your first time, I would definitely recommend getting the butcher's feast," one Yelper wrote. "It's nice to not have to worry about what to order, and you get to try a variety of their items. The cut of meats were all delicious and served in the perfect order."
Next on the list at No. 42 was Larb Thai-Isan in Fort Lauderdale, a casual restaurant offering Laotian and Thai cuisine that is rated 4.7 by Yelpers.
Revelry in Pompano Beach was No. 64, with a 4.7 Yelp rating. This trendy spot serves up cocktails, small plates, sandwiches and more.
At No. 70 is Crackings in Santa Rosa Beach, a 4.7-rated brunch restaurant offering up French toast, eggs, mimosas and other classics.
Rosalia's Kitchen in Miramar was No. 72. It's rated 4.5 on Yelp and serves Italian and Mediterranean fare, including meatballs and spanakopita, plus cocktails.
The No. 75 spot went to Stasio's in Orlando, an Italian deli with a 4.7 Yelp rating and an array of classic sandwich options.
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