Best places in the world with 3 Michelin stars

Enter the rarefied world of three Michelin-starred establishments — the highest honor in global gastronomy, awarded only to restaurants demonstrating extraordinary culinary mastery worthy of a special journey. These hallowed dining temples represent the absolute pinnacle of achievement, where legendary chefs like Alain Ducasse, Thomas Keller and René Redzepi create transformative experiences through flawless technique, visionary creativity and obsessive attention to every detail. From Kyoto’s centuries-old kaiseki traditions to Paris’ timeless haute cuisine palaces and California’s wine country innovators, each venue offers a once-in-a-lifetime symphony of flavors, textures and sensations. Our exclusive guide presents every current three-star recipient worldwide — fewer than 150 exist across the planet — with insider perspectives on their iconic tasting menus, signature dishes and distinctive philosophies. These are destinations where meals become memories: whether experiencing the modernist magic of Spain’s El Celler de Can Roca, the Nordic poetry of Denmark’s Geranium, or the precision-perfect sushi at Tokyo’s Sukiyabashi Jiro. Beyond exceptional food, three-star restaurants deliver complete sensory immersion through exquisite tableware, curated wine cellars and service elevated to an art form. For serious gastronomes, these represent the ultimate bucket list — culinary experiences so extraordinary they redefine what’s possible at the dining table.