Michelin-starred restaurants are some of the most esteemed and exclusive eateries in the world. For decades, restaurants around the world have strived for the coveted Michelin star rating, a mark of excellence awarded by the Michelin Guide. But what about Michelin-starred restaurants in the United States?
The answer is yes, there are Michelin starred restaurants in the US. The first US restaurant to receive a Michelin star was The French Laundry in Yountville, California in 2006.
Since then, many more restaurants have been awarded stars by the Michelin guide, with New York City leading the way as far as numbers go. The Big Apple is home to more than 70 Michelin starred establishments, including Eleven Madison Park (three stars), Le Bernardin (three stars), and Per Se (two stars).
Other cities with notable concentrations of Michelin-starred restaurants include Chicago (14) and San Francisco (11). Other US cities with at least one Michelin-starred restaurant include Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Boston, Washington DC and Philadelphia.
Conclusion:
So while there may not be as many Michelin starred restaurants in the United States as there are in Europe or Asia, there are still plenty of excellent dining options for those who want to experience fine dining at its finest. With some of the best chefs and restaurateurs in the world living and working in America today, there’s no doubt that even more US eateries will soon be awarded coveted Michelin stars.