MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2027 Unveils Record Stars and Emotional Promotions

Bangkok, Thailand — Perhaps the most sensational moments at this year’s announcement of Michelin stars in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand came when three restaurant teams were called on stage as One-Michelin-Star restaurants—presumably to retain their status—only to be announced minutes later as promoted Two-Star restaurants.

One of the twin chefs from Sühring kneeled down with surprising delight while many celebrated. They were moved by the news. Sorn, which serves southern Thai cuisine, and Sühring, which serves modern German cuisine, retained their prestigious three stars.

HappeningBKK also witnessed the loud cheer when the name of Belén by Paulo Airaudo from Chiang Mai—previously listed in the Michelin Selected category—was announced, officially becoming the province’s first Michelin-starred restaurant and reaching a monumental milestone.

A Landmark 10th Edition and Record Numbers

Unveiled today at the MICHELIN Guide Restaurant Ceremony Thailand, the 2027 selection marks two significant milestones: the Guide’s landmark 10th edition in the country and the centenary of the MICHELIN Star. Reflecting a decade of evolution in Thailand’s vibrant culinary landscape, the latest selection features a record-high total of 507 dining establishments:

• 2 Three MICHELIN Stars (both retaining their status)

• 10 Two MICHELIN Stars (including 3 exciting promotions)

• 41 One MICHELIN Star (5 newcomers and 5 promotions)

• 151 MICHELIN Bib Gourmand (26 newcomers)

• 303 MICHELIN-Selected entries (40 newcomers)

Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide, noted that Thailand’s gastronomic scene has evolved into a mature, diverse ecosystem. Excellence now extends far beyond the capital, showcasing the incredible strength of regional markets.

Historic Regional Breakthroughs

The three new promotions bring Thailand’s total number of two-star restaurants to 10. Crucially, it also marks a new two-star debut outside Bangkok for the first time with PRU in Phuket.

The full list of Two-MICHELIN-Star promotions includes:

• Blue by Alain Ducasse (Bangkok & Surrounding Provinces)

• Mia (Bangkok & Surrounding Provinces)

• PRU (Phuket)

Meanwhile, the One-Michelin-Star category welcomed 10 additions, highlighted by Chiang Mai's historic first star for Belén by Paulo Airaudo, alongside strong showings in Phuket featuring newcomer Omemo and promoted restaurant Jaras.

 

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