Discover the New York Restaurants Awarded 2025 Michelin Stars
The 2025 Michelin star rankings were unveiled in a lively ceremony held on November 18 at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia. This year’s event celebrated culinary excellence with several New York restaurants gaining recognition for their outstanding offerings.
New York’s Michelin Star Achievements
Sushi Sho Joins the Elite
Sushi Sho has ascended from two to three Michelin stars, a significant achievement for the omakase restaurant led by Chef Keiji Nakazawa. This new ranking places it alongside other prestigious three-star establishments.
Notable Michelin Star Recipients
- Two Michelin Stars: Joo Ok, a Korean restaurant on the 16th floor, received its second star.
- Three Michelin Stars: Sushi Sho, Jungsik, Eleven Madison Park, Le Bernardin, and Per Se maintained their status.
- New Star Recipients: Four restaurants earned Michelin stars for the first time, including Bridges in Chinatown and Muku in Tribeca.
Maintained Michelin Stars
Several New York restaurants retained their two-star status. These include:
- Aquavit
- Aska
- Atera
- Atomix
- Blue Hill at Stone Barns
- Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare
- Gabriel Kreuther
- Masa
- The Modern
One-Star Restaurants
Numerous restaurants in New York kept their one-star rating, showcasing a diverse range of culinary styles:
- Bar Miller
- Cafe Boulud
- Bōm
- Casa Mono
- Corima
- Cote
- Family Meal
Michelin Bib Gourmand Listings
This year, New York City boasts 85 Bib Gourmand restaurants, known for offering quality food at moderate prices. New inductees include:
- Bánh Anh Em (Vietnamese)
- Chalong (Southern Thai)
- La Dong (Vietnamese)
- Laliko (Georgian)
Award Highlights
The ceremony recognized individual talents too. Annie Shi from Lei received the Sommelier Award, while the Young Chef Award was presented to India Doris of Markette.
According to the Michelin guide, a one-star restaurant provides “high-quality cooking, worth a stop.” Two stars denote “excellent cooking, worth a detour,” while three stars indicate “exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.” The Bib Gourmand recognizes eateries that deliver “good food at a moderate price.”
This announcement highlights the vibrant culinary scene in New York and adds to the city’s reputation as a gourmet destination.
