Ômo by Jônt *
- Kira Jabri
- Aug 29
- 2 min read
Winter Park, FL
New to our Florida dining adventure this year was Ômo by Jônt, tucked into charming Winter Park. With only 16 seats per evening, Ômo is as exclusive as it is imaginative. Guests choose between two Chef’s Tasting menus: The Journey or The Jaunt. We opted for The Jaunt, complete with all pairings (both wine and sake) and it was absolutely worth it.
Always students of these incredible experiences, we were in awe of Chef Ryan Ratino’s vision. At just 33 years old, he is one of the youngest chefs in America to hold a two-star Michelin restaurant and lead two Michelin-starred concepts under one roof, Washington, D.C.’s Bresca (one star) and Jônt (two stars). Now, he has expanded to Winter Park, where Ômo has already earned its own Michelin star in 2025.
The experience is staged across three salons. For our visit, we had our snacks at the Chef’s counter along with all of our savory courses. The Nanatsuboshi Rice Hokkaido was our stand out dish. Dish after dish carried not only technical brilliance but also warmth from a team that engaged with genuine joy. When hospitality and cuisine are in perfect harmony, that’s when a great meal becomes extraordinary.
After our savory courses, we moved to The Pastry Parlor for our dessert courses. Dessert was guided by Keely Moore, whose resume spans Michelin kitchens and a star turn on Food Network’s Next Baking Master: Paris. Keely is one of those chefs who blends artistry with approachability, you could talk food with her for hours.
To know Carmine is to know he loves his Disaronno but also his noble rot. Thanks to Juan Valencia, we were treated to a once-in-a-lifetime pour of Royal Tokaji, elegantly served on a crystal spoon. Juan’s deep knowledge of wine and sake earlier in the evening with our savory courses was matched by his warmth and generosity, making him a true guide through the evening. The pairings didn’t just complement the food, they elevated the
entire journey.
Scroll Down to Read Full Menu for the Night!
The Jaunt
Snacks
Hana Donko – Cocoa – Steam Bun – Hitachino – Cheddar – Tayoyaki – Wagyu – Onion – Croustade – Kanpachi – Romesco – Tart – Kaluga – Oyster – Champange
Savory
Tuna – Ehime
Bafun Uni – Hokkaidō
Madai – Oita
Nanatsuboshi Rice – Hokkaidō
Wagyu – Australia
Duck – New York
Desserts
Strawberry Bomb – Yuzu
Mochi – Vanilla
Entremet White Chocolate – Sorbet
Crown Melon – Shizuoka
Vanilla Madelines
Coffee – Carmel – Pineapple – Chocolate – Pistachio – Mandarin - Matcha
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