Last year, Michelin Guide came to Texas for the first time – a huge win for Texas’ food scene! They’ve just announced their 2025 winners, and so many amazing spots in Texas were recognized. Dozens of Austin spots made the list, with many keeping their award distinction and a few new ones joining the list! Explore the winners below.

Updated October 2025


 

MICHELIN GUIDE TEXAS: AUSTIN WINNERS

The Michelin Guide was started over a century ago by the French tire company Michelin, initially to boost tourism by encouraging road trips, and has since evolved to be the ultimate accolade for restaurants worldwide that recognize excellence in culinary experiences. This means the award recipients are on par with some of the world's top culinary cities!

The distinctions are:

One, Two, or Three Michelin Stars: Ranging from one star for very good cooking, to two stars meaning it's worth a detour, and three stars for exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey.

Bib Gourmand: Recognizes restaurants offering good food at moderate prices.

The Michelin Plate: Acknowledges quality food.

Green Star: Awarded for outstanding sustainable practices.

Selected: A lesser talked about distinction that doesn't come with a star, but signifies "simply a good meal" that is well-cooked with quality ingredients.

 

ONE MICHELIN STAR

Leroy & Lewis Barbecue


Barley Swine

Craft Omakase

Hestia

InterStellar BBQ

la Barbecue

Leroy and Lewis Barbecue (Pictured)

Olamaie

 

GREEN STAR

Nixta Taqueria / Chef: Edgar Ulysses Rico (New award)

Dai Due / Chef: Jesse Griffiths (Maintained award)

Emmer & Rye / Chef: Kevin Fink (Maintained award)

 

BIB GOURMAND:

Odd Duck


Briscuits

Cuantos Tacos

Dai Due

Distant Relatives

Emmer & Rye

Franklin Barbecue

Kemuri Tatsu-Ya

KG BBQ

La Santa Barbacha

Mercado Sin Nombre (new addition)

Micklethwait Craft Meats

Nixta Taqueria

Odd Duck

Parish Barbecue (new addition)

Ramen Del Barrio

Veracruz Fonda & Bar

 

SPECIAL AWARDS

Suerte


EXCEPTIONAL COCKTAIL AWARD

Chas Martin of Mister Charles in Dallas

 

SOMMELIER AWARD

Celia Pellegrini of Este & Suerte in Austin 

(Pictured)

 

MICHELIN SERVICE AWARD

Elliot Wood of Credence in Houston

 

MICHELIN YOUNG CHEF AWARD

Chuck Charnichart of Barbs B Q in Lockhart


 

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