The Michelin Information honored three extra Texas eating places with its one-star score Tuesday evening at a ceremony in Houston, which didn’t obtain any new star scores however garnered another culinary designations.
Final November, the Michelin Information introduced its first-ever Texas restaurant checklist, awarding 15 Lone Star State eating places with a one-star score — six of which had been situated in Houston.
Since beginning in 1900 as a method to advertise the France-based Michelin tire model, the Michelin Information has grown to turn into recognized around the globe for its restaurant and resort scores based mostly on a three-star system for eating places and a three-key system for accommodations. As of 2025, there are greater than 150 three-star eating places on the earth, with 13 in the USA.
Native award winners
Whereas no Houston-area eating places obtained new star scores this 12 months, a number of obtained recognition in different Michelin awards.
5 Houston eating places obtained the Bib Gourmand award for high-quality meals at a very good worth.
- Annam
- Chopnblok
- Da Gama Canteen
- Maximo
- Papalo Taqueria
One other Houston restaurant, Credence, was the one Texas restaurant to obtain the Michelin Service award for excellent service.
The next Houston-area eating places maintained their one-star Michelin scores.
- Le Jardinier Houston
- March
- BCN Style & Custom
- Musaafer
- Tatemó
- CorkScrew BBQ in Spring
Kau Ba in Houston was faraway from the Bib Gourmand checklist shortly after receiving its award final 12 months as a result of it had closed earlier than the distinction was introduced.
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New Texas honorees
Three Texas eating places obtained new one-star Michelin scores Tuesday evening.
- Isidore in San Antonio
- Nicosi in San Antonio
- Mamani in Dallas
No Texas eating places have obtained Michelin scores increased than one star.
Michelin inexperienced stars are awarded every year to eating places for his or her management in “sustainable gastronomy” — which means they’ve demonstrated a powerful dedication to eco-friendly practices. The next eating places obtained the designation this 12 months:
- Isidore in San Antonio
- Nixta Taqueria in Austin
Three Texas eating places outdoors of Houston additionally obtained the Bib Gourmand award:
- Mercade Sin Nombre in Austin
- Paris Barbecue in Austin
- Mezquite in San Antonio
Different statewide recognitions included:
- The Younger Chef Award — Chuck Charnichart at Barbs B Q in Lockhart
- The Sommelier Award — Celia Pellegrini at Este & Suerte in Austin
- The Cocktail Award — Mister Charles in Dallas
