A Map of All the Michelin Restaurants in San Antonio
On November 11, the Michelin Guide announced the results of its long awaited foray into Texas cuisine. Four cities – Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio – were the big winners, walking away with newly minted Michelin starred restaurants and a slew of other restaurant recommendations. A big congratulations to the San Antonio restaurants who have received such a prestigious recognition, and a big congratulations to all the people of San Antonio who can look forward to more years of good eating. And to help you make your way through some of the best of the best, I have put together a map of all the Michelin Restaurants in San Antonio.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kelsey Kennedy is a local Texas author, photographer, blogger, and native Texan who is fully obsessed with all things local San Antonio. She has written on her travel sites for more than 12 million readers across 38 countries who are looking for cool things to do in the hottest cities in Texas.
Michelin Restaurants in San Antonio
How the Michelin Guide Works
The Michelin restaurants in San Antonio were recognized with one of three specific awards:
- Michelin Star - Awarded 1 to 3 stars based on food and service with three stars being the highest award Michelin gives out
- Michelin Recommended Restaurant – Recognized for serving food at a very high level, but just shy of receiving a star
- Bib Gourmand Award – Given out for serving excellent food at affordable prices.
All three awards are significant and, in my opinion, signal that a visit to any of the winners is worth your time.
Michelin One Star
Mixtli
San Antonio’s singular Michelin star was awarded to the very deserving, Mixtli, one of the most unique dining experiences in San Antonio. Mixtli has long been thought to be a Michelin contender as it has already received numerous accolades from the James Beard Foundation and other national organizations.
Mixtli offers a 10 course rotating tasting menu of Mexico’s different culinary regions and is an absolute world-class in food and service.
WEBSITE | 812 S. Alamo St., Ste. 103, San Antonio, TX 78205
Michelin Recommended
The BBQ Station
The BBQ Station is a local favorite and one of the best BBQ joints in San Antonio.
WEBSITE | 1610 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78209
Leche de Tigre
Leche de Tigre is a Peruvian fusion restaurant just south of downtown and that serves up an absolutely stunning array of fresh and tangy ceviches.
WEBSITE | 318 E. Cevallos St., San Antonio, TX 78204
Garcia's Mexican Food
Garcia’s Mexican Food is one of my absolute favorites in the Alamo City with unparalleled brisket tacos which the New York Times dubbed one of the best tacos in America.
WEBSITE | 842 Fredericksburg Rd., San Antonio, TX 78201
Little Em's Oyster Bar
Little Em’s Oyster Bar, located in Southtown, is heavy on both the shellfish and cuteness. And they do a slammin’ job at both.
WEBSITE | 1024 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78210
Nicosi
When it comes to Michelin restaurants in San Antonio, Nicosi is a bit of surprise as it has only been open a few short months. But perhaps this means they doubly deserve the award as they have already worked out the operational kinks and are wowing guests with their all-dessert concept menu.
WEBSITE | 221 Newell Ave., San Antonio, TX 78215
Signature Restaurant
Signature Restaurant is located at the picturesque La Cantera Resort and is the whole dining package – dazzling food, impeccable service, and a lovely view of the greens and resort.
WEBSITE | 16401 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256
2M Smokehouse
2M Smokehouse is not only one of the best BBQ restaurants in San Antonio, but one of the overall best restaurants in San Antonio. Michelin only got this one wrong in that it wasn’t awarded a star.
WEBSITE | 2731 S. WW White Rd., San Antonio, TX 78222
Bib Gourmand Award
Cullum's Attaboy
Cullum’s Attaboy is one of the best brunch restaurants in San Antonio, and a big time winner of many national awards in 2024 alone. This jazzy brunch restaurant on the St. Mary’s Strip is your go to for a champagne brunch and lots of caviar.
WEBSITE | 111 Kings Ct., San Antonio, TX 78212
Ladino
Ladino is one of two Michelin restaurants in San Antonio located at the historic Pearl Brewery. Ladino combines the flavors of a number of Mediterranean countries into one gorgeous and super tasty dining experience.
WEBSITE | 200 E. Grayson St., Ste. 100, San Antonio, TX 78215
Southerleigh
Southerleigh is the second Pearl restaurant and a total southern kitchen, gem as well as a craft brewery with more than 15 beers on tap.
WEBSITE | 136 E. Grayson St., Ste. 120, San Antonio, TX 78215
The Jerk Shack
The Jerk Shack majors in artisan Caribbean cuisine with the best jerk chicken you will find in the city of San Antonio.
WEBSITE | 10234 TX-151, Ste. 103, San Antonio, TX 78251
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