09 February 2026
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On Monday 9th February, The MICHELIN Guide Ceremony Great Britain & Ireland 2026 took place at the Convention Centre in Dublin. The event provided much cause for celebration, as a pair of new Two-MICHELIN-Star restaurants were announced, along with 20 new One-Star spots. All the current Three-Star restaurants retained their distinctions for another year. Here, we give you the inside track on all the winners.
New Two-MICHELIN-Star Restaurants
Bonheur by Matt Abé, London
Modern CuisineIt’s rather apt that this restaurant is named after the French for ‘happiness’. After spending 18 years with Gordon Ramsay, latterly as chef-patron at his flagship Chelsea restaurant, Australia-born Matt Abé now has his name above a restaurant door – and it’s not just any door. He took over the space formerly occupied by Le Gavroche – one of London’s most iconic and influential restaurants – but has already made it his own thanks to his outstanding cooking, where the light, modern dishes are underpinned by classic techniques.
Delve deeper into Bonheur with our first-hand Inspector's account.
Row on 5, London
Modern CuisineThe collaboration between Jason Atherton and Spencer Metzger earned this London restaurant its first Star not long after opening last year, so this represents an impressively swift promotion. The restaurant is dressed as well as you’d expect from anywhere that’s on Savile Row and diners feel extremely well looked after, from the moment they arrive. The multi-course menu is made up of exquisite, finely judged creations that will remain long in the memory.
Explore the detail behind Row on 5's success with our Inspector's-eye view.
New One-MICHELIN-Star Restaurants
1887, Torridon
Modern CuisineJust outside The Torridon hotel you can gaze upon the banks of Upper Loch Torridon, with the mountains in the background and lovely manicured gardens in the foreground – so any chef would have their work cut out trying to compete. Fortunately, Chef Danny Young’s dishes are more than a match for the glorious setting, benefitting enormously from being able to call upon the most wonderful Highlands produce.
1887 has also been awarded a Green Star this year – discover more here.
Ambassadors Clubhouse, London
IndianLondon’s reputation as one of the greatest cities for Indian cuisine shows no sign of slowing. The latest addition to its collection of MICHELIN Stars is this opulent and joyful restaurant on Heddon Street, from the JKS group who are behind Gymkhana and Trishna. The bold, authentic and generous dishes take their inspiration from Punjab and your first bite will transport you instantly to northern India.
Corenucopia by Clare Smyth, London
Traditional BritishClare Smyth’s CORE restaurant remains one of the country’s premier spots but those unable to secure reservations can now experience her take on the luxury bistro, where the kitchen is run by Chef Gary Mundi. ‘Luxury’ doesn’t just mean comfortable surroundings – it also describes the quality of the cooking and the ingredients, where ‘fish and chips’ is, in fact, Dover sole with a lobster mousse. There’s also a whole page of potato dishes.
FIFTY TWO, Harrogate
Modern Cuisine, CreativeFive repurposed shipping containers in the grounds of the Rudding Park hotel provide the setting for a quite theatrical experience, with Adam Degg’s open kitchen and his chefs acting as the stage and its players. The restaurant is named after the number of raised beds in the garden, which provide plenty of the produce for the creative dishes. Don’t be fooled by the occasional playfulness – there is real skill on show here.
Forest Avenue, Dublin
Modern CuisineForest Avenue, run by husband-and-wife team John and Sandy Wyer, is a restaurant that has simply got better and better over the years. From his open kitchen, John cooks dishes that put the emphasis on delicious natural flavours by making the most of the Irish larder. His tasting menu demonstrates just how mature and assured his cooking has become – this is food that really holds your attention.
Discover more on why Forest Avenue was awarded a MICHELIN Star.
JÖRO, Oughtibridge
Modern CuisineJÖRO’s move to a smartly converted 19th-century former mill on the outskirts of Sheffield made it one of the most exciting and impressive (re)openings of the year. Luke French’s cooking is focused and flavourful, with his tasting menu being full of invigorating combinations and top-quality ingredients. Dishes are engagingly presented with obvious pride by the kitchen team.
Kerfield Arms, London
Modern BritishIt’s about time London got its second MICHELIN-Star pub, to follow The Harwood Arms. Camberwell is the lucky neighbourhood to have this great new spot – and local estate agents are no doubt already celebrating. It’s a bright, open pub and Chef Jay Styler’s cooking expertly treads the line between pared-back and accomplished, giving the ingredients room to shine. If you see a doughnut on the menu, order it!
Killiecrankie House, Killiecrankie
Modern CuisineOne of two new MICHELIN Stars in rural Scotland this year, Killiecrankie House is a lovingly restored former manse on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park. Tom and Matilda Tsappis have created somewhere truly special that is so warm and welcoming. Tom’s cooking cleverly uses Japanese techniques to enhance the stunning Scottish produce – his dishes are highly original and expertly rendered.
Learn more about what makes Killiecrankie House so special.
Labombe by Trivet, London
Modern CuisineRemember in the late ’90s when you failed to pass muster with the doorman of the Met Bar, Britpop’s celebrity haunt? Now you can book a table in the space it once occupied, walk in with confidence and enjoy delicious food that’s all about flavour. The cooking style is pleasingly hard to categorise, as those clever Trivet people focus instead on sharing dishes that never fail to hit the spot, especially those involving ingredients cooked over fire.
Legado, London
SpanishIn Shoreditch, there’s something very celebratory about Nieves Barragán Mohacho’s latest Spanish restaurant. Following on from the success of Sabor, she has created somewhere bigger and bolder: a place equally suited to a romantic night as it is an evening with friends. It’s hard to see past the suckling pig on the menu but there are plenty of other appealing dishes from all regions of Spain. This is the sort of food that makes you lick your lips just thinking about it.
Maré by Rafael Cagali, Brighton and Hove
Modern CuisineIt has been nearly 50 years since there’s been a MICHELIN-Star restaurant in this part of the south coast, so hurrah for Maré by Rafael Cagali, which opened at the end of summer last year. Those familiar with Da Terra, his Two-Star restaurant in Bethnal Green, will know how Cagali celebrates his Brazilian roots, but here in Hove his Chef Ewan Waller and the team add even more global flavours to the mix and sharing is encouraged.
Michael Caines at The Stafford, London
Modern CuisineThe Stafford has always been one of those London hotels preferred by those who value style and tradition over trends and exhibition – and it has therefore proved a worthy partner for Devon chef Michael Caines’ first venture in the capital. You can expect assured, classically based cooking using plenty of excellent ingredients from southwest England, in dishes expertly executed by Chef Simon Ulph.
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High, London
Modern CuisineThe clue is in the name: Europe’s highest restaurant is on the 60th floor, so naturally the 12-seater counter faces the window rather than the chefs – and the views are spectacular. Chef James Goodyear’s challenge is to compete for his guests’ attention and he does so with aplomb, thanks to his impeccably balanced surprise tasting menu and his engaging explanations of each striking creation.
Somssi by Jihun Kim, London [now closed]
KoreanAnother counter restaurant, this one is below stairs at the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair hotel and windowless, but you won’t notice as your attention rarely wanders from what is placed in front of you. The eponymous chef’s impeccably crafted dishes fuse a Korean base with French touches, while also celebrating excellent British produce. The enthusiasm of the chefs behind the 14-seater counter, as they explain the make-up of each dish, is palpable.
The Boat, Lichfield
Modern BritishThe Boat has been in The MICHELIN Guide’s selection for over a decade and has now made the leap to Star level. It’s a testament to the constant evolution of Chef Liam Dillon’s cooking, which the Inspectors found to have reached new levels of finesse. His dishes are detailed and showcase excellent produce from local suppliers, including some from the on-site ‘micro farm’. The charming service enhances the experience.
The Pullman, Galway
Modern CuisineThere are destination restaurants and then there is The Pullman. Dining in one of the two restored Orient Express carriages on the Glenlo Abbey Estate would, in itself, make for quite an experience; add in Angelo Vagiotis’ sumptuous cooking and you have something truly unforgettable. Stunning Irish produce lies at the heart of the beautifully constructed and delicious dishes.
Hear an Inspector's account of their dinner in The Pullman's extraordinary setting.
The Wilderness, Birmingham
Modern CuisineDining at The Wilderness in Birmingham has always been an immersive experience, with its dark colours, cool vibe and complete absence of pomp – but don’t think for one moment that this isn’t an exceedingly well-run restaurant. Alex Claridge’s cooking has always come with superb ingredients, plenty of originality and clever balancing of flavours and textures; now the dishes also boast a confident refinement and maturity.
Tom Brown at The Capital, London
SeafoodThere have been some top chefs in the kitchen of The Capital over the years. The latest is Tom Brown, formerly of Cornerstone in Hackney, and there’s a wonderful circularity to this award, with Tom having first forged his reputation at this very hotel while working for Nathan Outlaw. He brings all his well-honed technical expertise to bear on seafood-led dishes such as turbot with courgette and chicken butter sauce.
Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling, Newquay
Modern British‘Ugly Butterfly 2.0’, as Adam Handling is calling it, has proven to be a mighty success. With the restaurant relocated from Carbis Bay to this gorgeous coastal spot in Newquay, Handling himself is now at the stove and the quality of the cooking has risen. Exceptional Cornish ingredients continue to be the bedrock of the food, with each dish elevated by fine craft and technical skill – just order the classic tarte Tatin dessert to see for yourself.
Vraic, Vale
Modern CuisineA true destination restaurant, Vraic is putting Guernsey on the culinary map. This new venture from Chef Nathan Davies, who has held a Star at SY23 in Aberystwyth, makes the most of its stunning coastal location with floor-to-ceiling windows and Nordic-esque minimalism. Island ingredients are the beating heart of the menu, fashioned into dishes that highlight their superb natural flavours, while elevating them further with clever combinations.
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Hero Image: Michael Caines at The Stafford, one of the new MICHELIN-Star restaurants in Great Britain & Ireland. © Elliott White/Michael Caines at The Stafford
