Michelin Stars Shine: Boston, Philly, Chicago Recognized

Michelin Guide Unveils 2025 Northeast City Stars

The culinary world watched eagerly on November 18, 2025, as the Michelin Guide revealed its highly anticipated Northeast Cities edition, recognizing outstanding restaurants across Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago, New York City, and Washington D.C. The ceremony at Philadelphia's Kimmel Center celebrated new stars, returning icons, and groundbreaking sustainability efforts.

Philadelphia's Debut: Three Stars and a Green Star

Philadelphia made its Michelin Guide debut with a bang, earning three coveted Michelin Stars and one Green Star. The French restaurant Her Place Supper Club (Sansom Street), New American eatery Friday Saturday Sunday (South 21st Street), and French restaurant Provenance (South 2nd Street) each received a star. Meanwhile, vegan restaurant Pietramala (North 2nd Street) earned the prestigious Green Star for its exceptional commitment to sustainability. Twelve local spots, including Angelo’s, Pizzeria Beddia, and Fiorella, were honored with Bib Gourmand awards for high-quality value.

Boston's First Star: 311 Omakase Takes the Spotlight

Boston celebrated its first-ever Michelin Star, awarded to the exclusive sushi spot 311 Omakase in the South End. Chef Weifa Chen’s meticulous attention to quality ingredients, flavor harmony, and technical mastery earned the city’s inaugural star. While no two-star restaurants were recognized in Boston, the city shone in other categories: Mahaniyom (Brookline) won the Michelin Cocktail Award, and chefs like Karen Akunowicz (Fox & Olive) earned dual Bib Gourmands. This recognition marks a transformative moment for Boston’s dining scene.

Chicago's Shifting Stars: Kasama Elevated, Feld Debuts

Chicago’s culinary landscape saw significant changes, with Kasama (Ukrainian Village) ascending to two stars, and newcomer Feld (Ukrainian Village) earning its first star alongside a Green Star for sustainability. However, the evening’s biggest news was Alinea dropping from three to two stars, as co-owner Nick Kokonas revealed. Three new Bib Gourmands—Mirra, Taqueria Chingon, and Nadu—were also recognized. The city’s stars reflect Michelin’s rigorous annual reassessment of consistency and excellence.

Understanding the Michelin System

MicStars are awarded based on five universal criteria: quality of products, harmony of flavors, mastery of techniques, chef personality in the cuisine, and consistency. Stars are reassessed annually—gained through excellence and lost if standards wane. Beyond stars, the Green Star recognizes sustainability leadership, while Bib Gourmands highlight exceptional value. Awarded by anonymous inspectors, these honors remain the industry’s gold standard, driving tourism and culinary prestige.

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What’s Next for These Cities?

For Boston and Philadelphia, inclusion in the Michelin Guide signals their arrival on the global stage, poised to attract tourists and talent. Chicago’s reshuffled stars highlight the guide’s dynamic nature. New York and D.C.’s full lists will be revealed in upcoming coverage. As the Michelin Man’s torch lights the Northeast, one thing is clear: these cities are now essential destinations for discerning diners.