The Brief
- Fat Beet Farm Kitchen and Bakery in Tampa secured a prestigious Green Star distinction as the MICHELIN Guide expanded statewide on Thursday
- The state culinary landscape added new honors across the region, bringing the total number of recognized Florida restaurants to 200.
TAMPA, Fla. – The MICHELIN Guide highlighted Tampa’s growing culinary scene on Thursday in its landmark first statewide selection in Florida, awarding a Green Star to a Tampa bakery and expanding its regional rankings.
Tampa mindful gastronomy
What we know:
Fat Beet Farm Kitchen and Bakery, located at 13830 W. Hillsborough Ave. in Tampa, was awarded a MICHELIN Green Star for leading the way in mindful gastronomy.
The special eco-conscious distinction recognizes local establishments that impress inspectors with an innovative, committed vision for the future of food service. The regional culinary scene also maintained its standing on the elite list, with local favorites Kōsen, Koya and Rocca continuing to hold their places among the starred establishments. Across the entire state, anonymous inspectors evaluated eateries from the Panhandle to Key West, recognizing 200 total restaurants across 41 distinct cuisine types.
Unrevealed guide details
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