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Circular plate of food adorned with florals at Nicosi restaurant in San Antonio. Nicosi | Photo by Robert Jacob Lerma

San Antonio's MICHELIN-Recognized Culinary Trailblazers

Congratulations to San Antonio’s Chefs and Restaurants on Their Coveted MICHELIN Recognitions

San Antonio, the Culinary Capital of Texas, is also home to MICHELIN-recognized culinary excellence! In its second year MICHELIN Guide Texas selection, 15 of San Antonio’s restaurants have been celebrated for their exceptional flavors, creativity, and commitment to quality.

With each selection, MICHELIN honors talented chefs and establishments that shape San Antonio's vibrant culinary landscape, solidifying the city as a must-visit destination for culinary explorers.

Discover San Antonio’s award-winning dining destinations and savor the flavors that have captured the attention of the world!

One MICHELIN Star Restaurants

A One MICHELIN Star is awarded to restaurants that use high-quality ingredients and craft dishes with distinct flavors, consistently prepared to an exceptional standard.

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Overhead view of plated pie slice at Isidore in San Antonio.
Photo by Dan Padgett

Isidore

Taste the flavors of a diverse menu that embodies the bounty of Texas. At the heart of the concept are flavors native to the state.

Spoon drizzling glaze over meal.

Plated dish with fork at Mixtli in San Antonio.
Photo by Kristopher Lopez

Mixtli

Experience a modern twist on regional Mexican cuisine at this innovative restaurant, where dynamic tasting menus and expertly paired drinks bring bold flavors to life with every course.

Chef preparing dessert at Nicosi.

Circular plate of food adorned with florals at Nicosi restaurant in San Antonio.
photo by Robert Jacob Lerma

Nicosi

Indulge in a dessert bar that challenges your expectations by embracing acid, sweet, bitter, and savory, all while extracting the nuances that truly make them unique.

MICHELIN Green Star Restaurant

The MICHELIN Green Star recognizes restaurants that stand out for their dedication to sustainability and shaping the future of great food.

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Isidore

The only restaurant in the entire state of Texas to hold both a MICHELIN star and a Green Star, Isidore works with local ranches and Gulf fishermen for its meat and seafood, and uses only Texas-grown produce from small farms.

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MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Restaurants

The MICHELIN Bib Gourmand recognizes select restaurants that serve high-quality food at a great value.

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Cullum's Attaboy

You can't go wrong at the James Beard-nominated Cullum's Attaboy for breakfast or brunch, who just added MICHELIN Bib Gourmand to their accolades! 

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The Jerk Shack

Led by chef Nicola Blaque and husband Cornelius Massey, The Jerk Shack, a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant, brings Caribbean culinary fusions to the Alamo City. 

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Ladino

Ladino is a modern Mediterranean grill house that features fresh-made pita from a wood-burning oven, an abundance of dips and small plates, and entrees from the 'mangal.'

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Mezquite food spread at Pullman Market Photo by Mezquite

Mezquite

Celebrating the food pathways of the Sonoran region, Mezquite offers grilled meats, flour tortillas, and delicious cocktails.

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Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery

Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery's menu is influenced by coastal classics and southern cuisine. Enjoy a seasonally shifting menu that reflects innovative craftsmanship. 

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Michelin-Recommended Restaurants

A MICHELIN-recommended restaurant indicates a dining spot where skilled chefs create delicious meals using high-quality ingredients, offering an elevated and satisfying experience.

2M Smokehouse

2731 South WW White Road
San Antonio, TX
78222

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Barbecue Station

1610 NE Interstate 410 Loop
San Antonio, TX
78209

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Garcia's Mexican Food

842 Fredericksburg Rd
San Antonio, TX
78201

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Leche de Tigre

318 E Cevallos St
San Antonio, TX
78204

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Little Em's Oyster Bar

1024 S Alamo St
San Antonio, TX
78210

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Reese Bros Barbecue

906 Hoefgen Ave.
San Antonio, TX
78210

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Signature Restaurant

16401 La Cantera Pkwy
San Antonio, TX
78256

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Learn More About the MICHELIN Guide

The MICHELIN Guide is recognized worldwide as the standard of excellence for dining, showcasing a curated selection of top-tier restaurants known for exceptional quality and unforgettable experiences.

Established over a century ago, the Guide began in France to offer practical advice to motorists and has since evolved to become an authority on the best in global dining and hospitality.

 

MICHELIN Awards and Selection Process

Restaurants included in the MICHELIN Guide are selected through a meticulous process by anonymous inspectors who evaluate each establishment based on five key criteria: ingredient quality, mastery of cooking techniques, flavor harmony, the chef’s unique expression, and consistency. This rigorous selection ensures uniform excellence across more than 45 countries worldwide.

The MICHELIN Guide’s awards recognize restaurants at various levels:

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  • One MICHELIN Star: Awarded to restaurants using top-quality ingredients to create exceptional dishes that reflect the chef’s personal style and culinary skill.

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  • Two MICHELIN Stars: Distinguishes establishments where the chef’s creativity and expertise are evident in refined, inspired cuisine.

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  • Three MICHELIN Stars: The highest honor, given to restaurants where culinary artistry reaches an extraordinary level, with dishes destined to become classics.

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  • Bib Gourmand: Highlights restaurants that provide excellent food at a great value, often personal favorites among MICHELIN inspectors.

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  • MICHELIN Green Star: Recognizes restaurants that are pioneers in sustainable practices within the culinary world.

Explore MICHELIN-Recognized Restaurants with Greg Grunberg