"Grant Achatz delivered one of the year's biggest shocks by announcing Alinea had lost a Michelin star before the official Michelin Guide 2025 reveal. The fine dining institution dedicated to molecular gastronomy had held its three-star status every year since the guide first arrived in Chicago in 2011, making the news a major talking point both locally and nationally. 2025 also marked Alinea's 20th anniversary, a milestone celebrated with a series of international pop-up residencies."
"Aside from Alinea's downgrade, Feld earning one Michelin star was the other significant headline in this year's guide. It was a remarkable turnaround for Jake Potashnick's West Town restaurant, which debuted in 2024 to mixed reactions from critics and diners. Kasama also secured a second star, joining Alinea, Ever, and Oriole. In total, 20 Chicago restaurants were awarded one, two, or three stars."
"Seven months after opening, Fire closed its doors. The Alinea Group restaurant offered a tasting experience with a menu built around live-fire cooking. According to CEO Jason Weingarten, increasing rent was the primary factor in the decision. Fire was the replacement for Roister, which ended an eight-year run in 2024."
Chicago's dining scene in 2025 saw major Michelin Guide developments alongside notable openings, closures, and expansions. Alinea lost a Michelin star before the official 2025 reveal despite holding three stars since 2011 and celebrated its 20th anniversary with international pop-ups. Feld earned a Michelin star and Kasama secured a second, while 20 Chicago restaurants received one, two, or three stars. Fire, an Alinea Group live-fire tasting restaurant, closed seven months after opening, with increasing rent cited as the primary reason. Redhot Ranch expanded to Skokie and added new menu items including an Alaskan cod sandwich.
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