Michelin says this SF gem is 'the greatest Mexican restaurant in the world'

Live updates

1. 1d ago

   Californios Becomes World's First Three-Michelin-Star Mexican Restaurant

   San Francisco's Californios has been awarded three stars in the 2026 Michelin Guide California. This makes it the first Mexican restaurant globally to achieve the rating. The distinction signifies exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey.

   What's confirmed:

   • Californios in San Francisco is the first Mexican restaurant in the world to receive three Michelin stars.
   • The 2026 Michelin Guide California awarded three stars to two Bay Area restaurants.
   • Three Michelin stars denote exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey.
   • Californios first earned a Michelin star in 2015.
   • Chef Val M. Cantú leads Californios.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Enclos in Sonoma also earned the highest rating.
   confidence 100%