How Many Two Star Michelin Restaurants Are There in the World?

Two Star Michelin Restaurants: The Michelin Guide awards restaurants all over the world with stars based on their quality and excellence. Two stars is the second-highest accolade a restaurant can receive. The two star rating is reserved for restaurants that offer “excellent cooking, worth a detour”. There are currently only about 120 two star Michelin restaurants in the world, spread out over 26 countries.

The most prominent two star Michelin restaurants are located in Europe, with France leading the way with 44 such establishments. France is followed by Italy, Germany and Spain with 18, 16 and 11 respectively. Other European countries that have received two stars include Belgium (6), Switzerland (5), Austria (3), Hungary (3), Monaco (2), Sweden (2), Denmark (1), Luxembourg (1) and Norway (1).

Outside of Europe, Japan has the highest number of two star Michelin rated restaurants at 18.

Other countries in Asia include Singapore (7) and Hong Kong & Macau combined with 8. The United States has 8 two star Michelin rated restaurants while Canada has one such establishment.

The most famous two star Michelin restaurant in the world is Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénéein Paris, France. It was founded by chef Alain Ducasse and offers guests an exquisite experience with food inspired by French cuisine using techniques from all around the world. There are other renowned two star Michelin eateries in cities like Tokyo, London and New York City as well as smaller towns like Girona in Spain and San Sebastian in Portugal.

Conclusion:
In conclusion, there are currently only about 120 two star Michelin restaurants in the world spread out over 26 different countries, with France leading the way at 44 establishments followed by Italy, Germany and Spain which have 18, 16 and 11 respectively. Japan has 18 such establishments while other Asian countries like Singapore and Hong Kong & Macau have 7 and 8 respectively. The United States has 8 such establishments while Canada has one such establishment.