Michelin Guide 2024: A Night of Stars, Awards, and Culinary Excellence in Washington, DC

The second annual MICHELIN Guide Ceremony brought together New York, Chicago, and Washington, DC, for a dazzling night of culinary celebration. The event was filled with excitement as new stars were unveiled across the three cities, including the announcement of one new MICHELIN Starred restaurant in New York, three new Two-Star restaurants, and significant updates for the Washington, DC market.

DC’s Highlights - This year, the DC selection includes 116 restaurants spanning 37 types of cuisine. Two new eateries earned their first MICHELIN Stars, while the highly coveted MICHELIN Green Star was awarded for the first time in the district.

New One MICHELIN Stars

    •    Mita: Celebrating a fusion of Vegetarian and Latin American cuisine.

    •    Omakase at Barrack’s Row: Showcasing exceptional Japanese and sushi craftsmanship.

New MICHELIN Green Star

    •    Oyster Oyster: Recognized for its commitment to sustainability and outstanding Vegetarian/Contemporary cuisine.

Special Awards: Honoring Individual Excellence

In addition to restaurant accolades, MICHELIN introduced four special awards celebrating outstanding contributions to the hospitality and culinary world:

Michelin Exceptional Cocktails Award: Thi Nguyen of Moon Rabbit
Michelin Outstanding Service Award: Jill Tyler of Tail Up Goat
Michelin Sommelier Award: William Simons  of Albi
Michelin Young Chef Award: Carlos Delgado CAusa

DC continues to establish itself as a culinary powerhouse, with its 2024 MICHELIN Guide selections showcasing the creativity and diversity of the local dining scene. From new star announcements to sustainability awards, this year’s ceremony cemented DC’s place among the country’s top dining destinations. For a list of the Bb Gourmand additions and all the restaurants who made the book visit here.