"As announced at a November 18 gala in Philadelphia, 26 Greater Boston restaurants earned recognition in the region's inaugural year, part of the Northeast Cities edition of the guide. 311 Omakase took home Boston's single Michelin star for 2025, and Mahaniyom co-owner Chompon "Boong" Boonnak was honored with the Michelin Exceptional Cocktails Award, one of five special prizes given across the five regions in the Northeast guide (Boston, Philadelphia-also new to the guide, New York City, Chicago, and Washington, D.C.)"
"Born from the French tire company, Michelin Guides have been around in various forms since 1900-tracking travel essentials like gas station addresses to start, with dining recommendations coming into play in 1926. Now international, the widely respected dining guides are released annually, with restaurants rated by full-time anonymous inspectors with hospitality-industry pedigrees. They focus on ingredients, flavors, cooking techniques, consistency, and "the personality of the chef as expressed through their cuisine," although the stars are technically awarded to the restaurant, not the chef."
The Michelin Guide expanded to include the Boston area in its 2025 Northeast Cities edition, recognizing 26 Greater Boston restaurants. 311 Omakase earned Boston's sole Michelin star for 2025. Mahaniyom co-owner Chompon "Boong" Boonnak received the Michelin Exceptional Cocktails Award, one of five special prizes across the guide's regions. Other local recognitions include Bib Gourmand designations for good quality and value and Recommended listings for notable restaurants without stars. Michelin inspectors evaluate ingredients, flavors, techniques, consistency, and the chef's personality through cuisine, while ambiance and service are secondary considerations.
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