What State Has the Most Michelin Star Restaurants?

When it comes to fine dining, the answer to the question of “Which state has the most Michelin star restaurants?” tends to surprise many people. Surprisingly, the answer is not California or New York, but rather, California and New York combined! In fact, the two states make up nearly half of all Michelin star restaurants in the United States.

When it comes to individual states, however, California has more than double the number of Michelin star restaurants than any other state. Currently, there are over 50 Michelin starred restaurants in California alone. Many of these award-winning eateries are located in major cities such as San Francisco and Los Angeles.

The next state with the most Michelin star restaurants is New York. The “Empire State” has just over 20 establishments that have been awarded one or more stars by the prestigious guide. Many of these prestigious eateries are located in New York City and its five boroughs.

The third most popular state for Michelin stars is Illinois – The “Land of Lincoln” boasts 12 starred restaurants throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs.

Other states with a significant amount of Michelin stars include Florida (7), Texas (6), Massachusetts (5), and Washington (4).

Conclusion: In conclusion, Californa and New York combined have nearly half of all Michelin star restaurants in the United States. Individually, California has over double the amount than any other state with 50+ establishments earning one or more stars from the prestigious guide. After California and New York, Illinois follows with 12 starred restaurants throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs followed by Florida (7), Texas (6), Massachusetts (5), and Washington (4).