Overview
- The total reflects a 13% increase over 2024 and brings cumulative giving since 2009 to nearly $3.3 million.
- More than 160 restaurants participated across metro Orlando, including 24 newcomers and 15 MICHELIN Guide honorees.
- Up to $2 from each prix fixe meal was directed to local causes, with REED Charitable Foundation serving as the primary beneficiary for educator training focused on reading science.
- Visit Orlando issued $3,000 grants to six district nonprofits: Boys 2 Men Mentoring, Early Learning Coalition of Orange County, Finding the Lost Sheep, Nuevo Sendero, Samaritan Resource Center, and Therapy Wish.
- Four restaurants were recognized for standout performance: Otto’s High Dive and The Chapman as top new entrants, STK Orlando for the largest year-over-year meal growth, and Seasons 52 Orlando as top overall performer.