• Barley Swine – South Lamar
• Craft Omakase – East Austin
• Hestia – Downtown
• Olamaie – Central Austin
• Interstellar BBQ – Northwest Austin
• La Barbecue – East Austin
• LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue – South Austin
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Additionally, 14 Austin eateries received the Bib Gourmand distinction, highlighting quality dining at a great value. These include:

• Briscuits – North Austin
• Cuantos Tacos – East Austin
• Dai Due – Cherrywood
• Distant Relatives – Southeast Austin
• Emmer & Rye – Rainey Street
• Franklin BBQ – East Austin
• Kemuri Tatsu-Ya – East Austin
• KG BBQ – South Austin
• La Santa Barbacha – East Austin
• Micklethwait Craft Meats – East Austin
• Nixta Taqueria – East Austin
• Odd Duck – South Lamar
• Ramen Del Barrio – East Austin
• Veracruz Fonda & Bar – South Austin

Chef Edgar Rico of Nixta Taqueria was honored with the Michelin Guide’s Young Chef Award, recognizing his exceptional talent and contribution to Austin’s culinary landscape.

A Brief History of Michelin Ratings

The Michelin Guide, first published in 1900 by the Michelin tire company in France, was originally created to encourage motorists to travel and explore, thus increasing demand for cars and tires. It began as a free guide with maps, tips, and recommendations for lodging and dining.

In 1926, Michelin introduced the star rating system, initially awarding a single star to exceptional restaurants. By 1931, the system expanded to include one, two, and three stars, each reflecting a specific level of culinary excellence:

• One Star: “A very good restaurant in its category.”
• Two Stars: “Excellent cooking, worth a detour.”
• Three Stars: “Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.”
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Over the years, Michelin ratings have become a global benchmark for fine dining, representing unparalleled quality and skill in the culinary arts. The guide now spans numerous countries and regions, evolving to include recognitions like Bib Gourmand for affordable, high-quality dining and special awards for young chefs and sustainability. The Michelin Guide is celebrated for its rigorous and anonymous inspection process, ensuring unbiased and credible assessments.

The 2024 Texas edition marks the state’s debut in this prestigious guide, spotlighting Austin’s growing influence as a culinary destination.