The United States is home to an impressive 192 Michelin-starred restaurants, with a breakdown of 147 one-star, 31 two-star, and 14 three-star establishments. Of the three-star restaurants, seven are located in California, five in New York, one in Illinois, and one in Washington D. C. Chef Thomas Keller is the only chef to have two three-star restaurants - The French Laundry in California and Per Se in New York - while Dominique Crenn is the first and only female chef to have a three-star establishment in the country. The Michelin Guide was originally developed in 1900 to help French drivers locate local services such as restaurants and mechanics.
The first American city to appear in the guide was New York, which has earned 64 Michelin stars, making it second only to California. Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare was the first restaurant outside of Manhattan to receive three Michelin stars (in 2001), and it offers a unique French-Japanese inspired menu. France is the country with the most Michelin stars in Europe (and the world), with 628 total. This includes 10 three-stars, 17 two-stars, and 92 one-stars. Japan is the city with the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world, with 2,160 one-stars, 385 two-stars, and 106 three-stars.
Of all American restaurants that have at least one star in the latest Michelin guides, only 13 have received a maximum of three. New York is the fifth city with the most stars in the world and the first city in the United States. The new Manhattan-based American restaurant is proud of its innovative French flavors and techniques that seek culinary excellence. The talented chef is currently rebuilding the restaurant and will no doubt be eager to secure a spot on the coveted list when it reopens. If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience, you can explore our full list of Michelin-starred restaurants to find one near you. With so many options available across the United States, you're sure to find something that suits your taste.
