The 2024 Michelin Guide is here! Chicago’s culinary scene won big this year, with a mix of reigning star holders and an exciting new addition to Michelin’s esteemed list.
Chicago’s Newest Michelin-Starred Restaurant
Uptown’s Cariño is the latest Chicago restaurant to grace Michelin’s catalog, receiving one star from the prestigious restaurant guide.
Led by Chef Norman Fenton, Cariño offers a bold, Latin-inspired tasting menu with a creative “taco omakase” format.
Menu highlights include Aguachile with Ora King Salmon, Oaxaca Quesadilla, and Tacos Dorados with Chicken Liver, all crafted with seasonal, chef-selected ingredients
“Chef Norman Fenton mines his history and his travels to celebrate Mexican cuisine in a distinct, ambitious manner,” Michelin said of Cariño. “[T]his tasting menu features boldness and creativity in spades.”
Reigning Three Star Champs
Chicago’s only three-Michelin-starred restaurants, Smyth and Alinea, retained their coveted three star status, a designation reserved for only 13 restaurants across the US.
Smyth and Alinea’s three stars are the result of highly inventive tasting menus and a progressive approach to New American cuisine. Both restaurants have forged formidable reputations as some of the most elite, boundary-pushing restaurants in Chicago.
Chicago’s Two Star Standouts
Chicago’s two-Michelin-starred restaurants, Ever and Oriole also maintained their designations.
The Fulton Market fine dining favorites each offer a contemporary-American tasting menu, curated wine pairings, and luxurious dining experience.
Ever, from the mind of Chef Curtis Duffy, features an 8-10 course menu with a focus on seasonal ingredients.
Oriole, helmed by Executive Chef and Owner Noah Sandoval, features an ever-evolving tasting menu. Along with its Michelin stars, the restaurant received the Jean Banchet Award for Restaurant of the Year in 2022.
Reigning One Star Recipients
Chicago’s reigning one Michelin-starred restaurants feature a range of cuisines and dining experiences.
Boka, Atelier, and Elske are among Michelin’s reigning one star selections for contemporary fare. Additionally, Indienne maintained a star its for fine dining take on Indian cuisine.
Click here to view the full list of Chicago’s Michelin Star Winners 2024, and be sure to check out our guide to Michelin starred restaurants in Chicago.