Every Michelin-Star Restaurant In Chicago

If there’s one thing Chicago knows for sure, it’s great food, and the folks over at the Michelin Guide have shown serious respect to some of the Windy City’s finest eateries.

Whether you’re in the mood for three-star contemporary or something mind-blowingly modern, Chicago chefs are pushing the boundaries of technique without sacrificing an ounce of time-honored flavor. In fact, three of the 21 restaurants on this list are noted for their modern cuisine, three for their creative fare and two more for being uniquely innovative.

Interested in some exotic beers? Try two-star culinary brewery Moody Tongue, and if you’re ready to see what a three-star experience is made of, head to the three-tiered dining experience at Alinea, or new member of the three-star club of just 13 U.S. restaurants, Smyth.

Of course, not everything in town has to be a cutting-edge experience. From American favorites to Korean delights, regional Mexican cuisine and Japanese traditions, there’s truly a taste for every palate.

Ready to go on a sensory adventure? These are the Michelin-starred restaurants in Chicago that every high-end foodie just has to try.

Three Stars

Alinea

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Contemporary, Creative

Smyth

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Contemporary, Modern Cuisine

Two Stars

Ever

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Contemporary, Modern Cuisine

Moody Tongue

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Contemporary, American Contemporary

Oriole

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Contemporary, American Contemporary

One Star

Atelier

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American

Boka

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Contemporary, Mediterranean Cuisine

El Ideas

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Contemporary, Creative

Elske

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Contemporary, American Contemporary

Esmé

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Contemporary, Creative

Galit

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Middle Eastern, Mediterranean Cuisine

Indienne

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Indian

Kasama

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Filipino, Contemporary

Mako

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Japanese, Sushi

Next

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Contemporary, Innovative

Omakase Yume

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Japanese, Sushi

Porto

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Portuguese, Seafood

Schwa

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Contemporary, Innovative

Sepia

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American, American Contemporary

Temporis

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Contemporary, Modern Cuisine

Topolobampo

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Mexican, Regional Cuisine

Green Star

Daisies

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Italian

See also: The Hottest New Restaurants In Chicago

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