Philadelphia enters the Michelin Guide for the first time, and Philadelphia restaurants receive three Michelin stars in this historic 2025 guide debut. Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday, and Provenance each received one Michelin star at the November 18, 2025 ceremony at Marion Anderson Hall in the Kimmel Center. This represents Philadelphia’s first appearance in the prestigious Michelin Guide.[1][2][3][4][5][6]
Three Philadelphia Restaurants Receive Michelin Stars in Inaugural Year
Philadelphia restaurants achieve this milestone through exceptional culinary standards. Three restaurants receive recognition as Michelin starred establishments, each demonstrating outstanding cooking and consistent excellence.[7][8]
Her Place Supper Club Receives One Michelin Star
Amanda Shulman and Alex Kemp lead Her Place Supper Club, featuring French, Italian, and nostalgic Jewish influences through frequently changing tasting menus. Michelin inspectors praised the communal dining experience and noted the exceptional strength of Shulman’s sauces as a defining characteristic.[9][10][11][12]
Friday Saturday Sunday Receives Contemporary American Recognition
Chad and Hanna Williams operate Friday Saturday Sunday, specializing in contemporary American cuisine that receives Michelin recognition. Michelin inspectors described dishes as filling “the mouth with flavor and succulence” within an atmosphere “as spirited as the food”.[13][14][15][16]
Provenance Receives French and Korean Seafood Excellence
Chef Nicholas Bazik oversees Provenance, a 25-seat establishment opened less than a year ago that receives Michelin distinction. The restaurant blends French and Korean seafood preparations with meticulous technique that inspectors recognized for its “high-wire, high-stakes performance defined by precision, harmony, and taste”.[17][18][19][20]
Philadelphia’s Additional Restaurant Recognition Beyond Three Michelin Stars
Philadelphia restaurants earn four major award categories beyond the three Michelin stars received in 2025. These recognitions demonstrate Philadelphia’s broad culinary excellence across different dining price points and sustainability practices.[21][22]
| Award Category | Number | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Michelin Recommended | 21 | Philadelphia restaurants of excellent quality in their category |
| Bib Gourmand | 10 | Philadelphia restaurants with good food at moderate prices |
| Michelin Green Star | 1 | Philadelphia restaurant with exceptional sustainable gastronomy |
Twenty-One Philadelphia Restaurants Receive Michelin Recommended Status
Philadelphia restaurants receiving Michelin Recommended designation include:
- Ambra, Forsythia, Hiroki, High Street, Honeysuckle.
- Illata, Kalaya, Laser Wolf, Laurel, Little Water.
- Mish Mish, My Loup, River Twice, Pietramala, Roxanne.
- Southwark, Suraya, Vedge, Vernick Food and Drink, Vetri Cucina, Zahav.[23][24]
Ten Philadelphia Restaurants Earn Bib Gourmand Recognition for Affordability
Philadelphia restaurants serving quality food at moderate prices receive the Bib Gourmand Award:[25]
- Angelo’s, Dalessandro’s, Del Rossi’s, Dizengoff, El Chingon.
- Fiorella, 4th Street Deli, Pizzeria Beddia, Royal Sushi and Izakaya, Sally.[26][27]
Pietramala Philadelphia Restaurant Receives Michelin Green Star
Pietramala, a Philadelphia restaurant, received a Michelin Green Star for exceptional sustainable gastronomy. This Philadelphia establishment partners with local organic farms and collaborates with producers to reduce waste.[28][29][30]
Philadelphia’s Food Scene Timeline and Recognition Context
Philadelphia’s restaurants have received major recognition through prestigious awards. This progression demonstrates sustained quality and innovation throughout Philadelphia’s restaurant sector.[31]
- June 2024: Phila Lorn won James Beard Award for Best Emerging Chef at Mawn in Philadelphia[32]
- September 2025: Mawn Philadelphia restaurant recognized as New York Times’ 50 best restaurants[33]
- November 2025: Philadelphia receives three Michelin stars in inaugural guide debut[34]
Northeast Expansion: Philadelphia and Boston Join Michelin Guide in 2025
Philadelphia and Boston joined the Michelin Guide in 2025, with Philadelphia restaurants receiving recognition alongside New York, Chicago, and Washington, D.C.. Boston’s inclusion marks its first Michelin Guide appearance, while Philadelphia restaurants receive their inaugural guide recognition. The Northeast Cities edition expansion reflects Michelin’s growing American coverage of major dining destinations.[35][36][37][38]
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Other Northeast Restaurants Receive Michelin Stars Beyond Philadelphia
New York restaurants receive three stars for Sushi Sho, two stars for Joo Ok and Kasama, and one star for Bridges, Huso, Muku, and Yamada. Chicago restaurants receive two stars for Kasama (promoted from one) and one star with Green Star for Feld. Boston’s 311 Omakase received one star in its inaugural year.[39][40][41][42][43][44]
