ORLANDO, Fla. — Some of the best restaurants in America are in Central Florida, and now they have official proof of their high quality.

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Four Orange County restaurants became the first in Florida to receive Michelin stars.

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The restaurants are: Capa, Knife and Spoon, Kadence and Soseki.

Photos: 4 Orlando area restaurants awarded Michelin stars

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The Michelin group’s ratings are known around the world as a sign of excellence.

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“The Michelin guide has been around 100 years. It’s the best of the best restaurants around the world,” said Casandra Matej, president of Visit Orlando. “A 1-star rating here is the same as a 1-star rating in Italy or anywhere else across the world.”

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Thirty other local restaurants also earned a “Bib Gourmand” award, which is given to excellent restaurants that are serving food at moderate prices.

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