Michelin-Star Restaurants in Houston (2025)

Goodnight Hospitality’s jewel explores the Mediterranean through thoughtful tasting menus and a pre-dinner lounge ritual. Lauded by the Michelin Guide and praised by the Houston Chronicle for its ambitious cooking and deep cellar, it’s a modern Houston landmark.

A tiny Spring Branch dining room where Emmanuel Chavez and team center heirloom corn in an elegant, BYOB tasting. Recognized by the Michelin Guide, celebrated by Food & Wine and the Houston Chronicle, it channels Houston’s Mexican roots with finesse.

Chef Luis Roger brings Barcelona flavors to a Montrose bungalow adorned with Spanish art. A recurring critic favorite and Michelin-star recipient, BCN’s refined plates and serious Spanish wine and gin selections reflect Houston’s international heartbeat.

Dramatic design meets regional Indian cooking in this Galleria stunner. Michelin-starred for its precise spicing and showstopping dishes like the 72-hour dal, it’s frequently highlighted by local critics and national editors for pushing Houston’s dining narrative.

Set at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, this vegetable-forward French restaurant marries seasonal produce with polished technique. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and noted by critics for graceful service, it enhances the city’s art-and-dining conversation.

Will and Nichole Buckman’s Old Town Spring smokehouse earned Michelin’s nod—historic for Texas barbecue. Lines form early for brisket and beef ribs; local publications repeatedly praise its consistency and community roots. Go early or risk a sellout.