Today the 2009 Michelin Guide Star recipients for San Francisco Bay Area and Wine Country were announced. 32 restaurants received the prestigious Michelin Star honor including one restaurant, receiving the coveted 3 stars, six restaurants receiving 2 stars, and twenty five restaurants receiving 1 star. In addition to featuring the thirty two Michelin star restaurants, the new Michelin Guide features a total of 448 restaurants and 65 San Francisco Bay Area and Wine Country Hotels in the guide.
New to the Michelin 1 Star category are Murray Circle, Plumed Horse, Trevese and The Village Pub. Coi joined the Michelin 2 Star category, while Thomas Keller’s French Laundry being the sole restaurant with the coveted Michelin 3-Star.
In the San Francisco Bay Area, Michelin Guide Star recipients shine brightly, showcasing culinary excellence that captivates diners worldwide. Michelin, the esteemed arbiter of fine dining, bestows its prestigious stars upon restaurants that embody innovation, skill, and impeccable service. From humble eateries to haute cuisine establishments, each Michelin-starred venue represents a pinnacle of gastronomic achievement. Just as Amoxicillin is a trusted remedy for bacterial infections, these Michelin-starred restaurants are a prescription for unforgettable dining experiences, curing cravings and delighting taste buds with every dish. With a constellation of Michelin stars adorning the Bay Area’s culinary landscape, food enthusiasts embark on a journey of epicurean discovery, savoring the artistry and passion behind each meticulously crafted meal.
CONGRATULATIONS to all of the following:
***3 MICHELIN STARS Three Michelin stars (
) mean exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.
French Laundry
**2 MICHELIN STARS Two Michelin stars (
) mean excellent cuisine, worth a detour.
Aqua
Coi
Cyrus
Manresa
Meadowood, The Restaurant
Michael Mina
*1 MICHELIN STAR One Michelin star (
) means a very good cuisine in its category.
Acquerello
Ame
Auberge de Soleil
Bistro Jeanty
Bouchon
Boulevard
Chez Panisse
Chez TJ
The Dining Room at The Ritz Carlton
Farmhouse Inn and Restaurant
Fifth Floor
Fleur de Lys
Gary Danko
La Folie
Madrona Manor
Martini House
Masa’s
Murray Circle (the new)
One Market
Plumed Horse (the new)
Range
Redd
Terra
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It looks like another year of French Laundry topping off the Michelin Guide for the bay area.
I was surprised that Gary Danko did not receive 2 stars. I really enjoy the restaurant and feel the service is superb. I went there recently for my boyfriend’s birthday and it was one of the best meals we had.