Michelin-Star Restaurants in San Jose (2025)

A South Bay classic marrying Silicon Valley polish with culinary finesse. The Michelin Guide lauds its modern technique; local critics highlight the signature black pepper–Parmesan soufflé and deep cellar. An elegant, celebratory room with real staying power.

French Laundry alumni deliver finely tuned, seasonal cooking in a relaxed, detail-driven space. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and praised by Bay Area critics for polished service, a deft tasting menu, and a beloved dessert cart in the lounge.

Old-Hollywood glamour meets Peninsula terroir, powered by produce from SMIP Ranch. The Michelin Guide notes its elevated American classics; Eater SF and local critics applaud the caviar service, Beef Wellington, and a serious, wide-ranging wine list.

A Peninsula fixture with a farm-first ethos—most produce comes from SMIP Ranch. Michelin awards a star for its confident, seasonal cooking; respected wine publications celebrate the deep cellar. Refined but relaxed, it’s equal parts neighborhood and destination.

An intimate kaiseki counter where Chef Katsu Yamasaki’s monthly menu balances tradition and invention. Michelin’s one-star praise mirrors frequent raves from Bay Area editors—reservations are scarce, but the precise, soulful cooking rewards the effort.

Twelve seats, two chefs, and a producer-driven tasting that earned a 2025 Michelin star. Celebrated by the San Francisco Chronicle and SFGATE for precise, personality-forward dishes, this intimate room channels California’s farms with inventive clarity.

Chef Pim Techamuanvivit’s contemporary Thai layers vibrant curries and coastal produce in a sleek Japantown setting. Michelin awards a star; national and local critics consistently praise its balance of heritage, technique, and share-friendly dining.