Michelin unveils 2026 list
The Michelin Guide revealed its 2026 stars and Bib Gourmand picks today in Monaco — more than 600 chefs gathered for the ceremony as the new list dropped Le Monde. The rollout follows regional shakeups — 21 restaurants in Hauts‑de‑France were publicly retrograded in notices issued March 15 Courrier picard.
Paris institution L’Ambroisie lost its third Michelin star, a downgrade Michelin confirmed to AFP in the pre‑ceremony retrogradation bulletin. (france24.com) Three high‑profile two‑to‑one demotions named by the guide include Le Suquet (Sébastien Bras), Le Chabichou (Stéphane Buron) and the Relais de la Poste (Jean Coussau). (lefigaro.fr) The pre‑announcement list published by Michelin and relayed to AFP shows a wave of cuts across France, with regional outlets compiling a total of 21 tables downgraded and multiple single‑star removals. (francebleu.fr) The L’Ambroisie change followed a leadership handover last year: Bernard Pacaud stepped back and Shintaro Awa was installed as his successor, a transition noted by trade outlets and the restaurant itself. (fr.gaultmillau.com) On the more democratic side of the selection, Michelin expanded its Bib Gourmand list by 75 new addresses, bringing the 2026 Bib total in France to 430 restaurants, according to Michelin’s press release. (michelin.com) Michelin’s official materials also highlight that winners of the Guide’s Special Awards (service, sustainability and emerging talent) were due to be named alongside the new starred and Bib Gourmand selections. (michelin.com)
