The unveiling of the 2025 Michelin Guide for California in Sacramento highlighted standout newcomers, particularly the two-star success, Enclos, in Sonoma. West Oakland's Sun Moon Studio earned its first star while Kiln in Hayes Valley rose to two stars. Although some restaurants, like Osito and Aphotic, fell off the list, other local favorites, such as Nightbird and Ernest, continued to be overlooked. Sacramento hosted the event, showcasing the state's culinary diversity as Michelin aims to include broader geographic areas beyond the Bay Area, where it had previously been concentrated.
The big local winners include a tiny restaurant in West Oakland that already won over the Chronicle's critic. Enclos in Sonoma joins the guide at the two-star level.
The Major Bay Area Michelin news is the fact that Enclos, just off the town square in Sonoma, joins the guide for the first time at the two-star level.
Oakland's tiny and already exclusive Sun Moon Studio joins the guide for the first time with one star, adding to its existing acclaim.
The ceremony for the latest Michelin Guide happened for the first time in Sacramento, expanding recognition of culinary excellence throughout California.
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