MICHELIN Star: Australia received its Inaugural MICHELIN Stars with 11 restaurants made the MICHELIN Guide list 2027

On October 14, 77 restaurants made their debut in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide South Australia 2027 restaurant selection. Adelaide’s Magill Estate Restaurant received two MICHELIN Stars, while ten other restaurants received one MICHELIN Star.

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On October 14, 77 restaurants made their debut in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide South Australia 2027 restaurant selection. Adelaide’s Magill Estate Restaurant received two MICHELIN Stars, while ten other restaurants received one MICHELIN Star. South Australia's first entry in the Guide features a wide range of culinary customs influenced by fire, geography, and diversity. The Young Chef Award, Service Award, and Sommelier Award are three further MICHELIN Guide Special Awards.

The International Director of the MICHELIN Guide, Gwendal Poullennec, said “South Australia's debut has been very impressive. It speaks to a food culture of real depth, where exceptional produce, skilled chefs and an unmistakable sense of place come together. What struck our Inspectors was the sheer diversity on display – European, Southeast Asian and Japanese traditions sitting naturally alongside native ingredients such as quandong, lemon myrtle and native Australian meats, never as novelty, but as an honest expression of place.”

In the inaugural edition of the MICHELIN Guide in South Australia, Magill Estate Restaurant, under the direction of Chef & Owner Scott Huggins, is awarded two MICHELIN stars, he said “I dreamt of working in Michelin star restaurants as a youngster and it’s one thing working for one, one thing achieving two [Michelin stars].” Other ten restaurants won one MICHELIN Star including Anvers Restaurant, Aptos, arkhé, Aurora at ILA, Skillogalee Barrel House, Botanic, Esmay, Hentley Farm, LVN Restaurant at Bird in Hand, and Maxwell Restaurant.

More than 70 other South Australian restaurants are included in the broader list, some of which are recognized by the Bib Gourmand category, which identifies eateries that provide quality food at more affordable costs.

The guide was first created in 1900 by brothers André and Édouard Michelin with the intention of encouraging drivers to travel, which would ultimately increase their primary business of selling tires. Before being one of the most well-known names in restaurant industry. Since their introduction in 1926, Michelin stars have grown to be a significant distinction for restaurants and chefs worldwide.

Three stars are reserved for outstanding food worthy of a unique voyage, two stars for outstanding cooking worth a detour, and one star for high-quality cooking.

FAQs:

Q: How many restaurants awarded with the MICHELIN stars in Australia?

A: 11 restaurants made the MICHELIN Guide list 2027. Adelaide’s Magill Estate Restaurant received two MICHELIN Stars, while ten other restaurants received one MICHELIN Star.

Q: Which restaurant won the highest MICHELIN Star in Australia?

A: Adelaide’s Magill Estate Restaurant received two MICHELIN Stars, while ten other restaurants received one MICHELIN Star.

Q: What do one and two stars actually mean for MICHELIN Guide?

A: Three stars are reserved for outstanding food worthy of a unique voyage, two stars for outstanding cooking worth a detour, and one star for high-quality cooking.

Q: Did any other restaurants make the MICHELIN Guide list 2027 without getting stars in Australia?

A: More than 70 other South Australian restaurants are included in the broader list, some of which are recognized by the Bib Gourmand category, which identifies eateries that provide quality food at more affordable costs.

Q: How long do MICHELIN stars restaurants keep their stars?

A: Stars have a one-year validation date. Over the course of the following year, anonymous inspectors will keep visiting these locations to guaranty uniformity.