Michelin Green Star 2026: Celebrating Sustainable Culinary Excellence
Michelin Guide 2026 Green Star restaurants.
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Monte's
Santa Barbara, United States
Monte's is a Montecito farm-to-table restaurant from Endwell Hospitality, led by chef Daniel Kim, cooking California produce from Rincon Hill Farm with seasonal Central Coast ingredients and Korean inflection.
Sierra Mar
Big Sur, United States
Sierra Mar at Post Ranch Inn holds a Michelin Plate and ranks #562 on Opinionated About Dining's 2025 North American list, serving prix fixe menus at lunch and dinner with daily-changing Coastal Californian cuisine. The dining room sits behind floor-to-ceiling glass on a cliffside above the Pacific, open to the public for lunch and dinner. The wine program runs to 3,200 selections and 12,000 bottles, with particular depth in Burgundy, California, the Rhône.
Six Test Kitchen
Paso Robles, United States
Six Test Kitchen holds back-to-back Michelin stars (2024 and 2025) from an address most GPS units struggle to locate, a working industrial unit off Blue Rock Road in Paso Robles wine country. Chef Ricky Odbert runs a contemporary tasting format that sits well outside the region's casual wine-bar mainstream, drawing serious diners who treat the drive from the coast as part of the commitment.
Overview
The Michelin Green Star 2026 honors restaurants globally that demonstrate exemplary commitment to sustainable gastronomy. Introduced by the MICHELIN Guide, this distinction highlights venues integrating eco-friendly practices in sourcing, waste management, and energy use, setting new standards for environmental responsibility in fine dining.
Launched in 2020 by the MICHELIN Guide, the Green Star recognizes restaurants worldwide that champion sustainability in their culinary practices. Unlike traditional Michelin stars awarded for culinary excellence alone, the Green Star emphasizes ecological stewardship—ranging from ethical sourcing and local ingredient use to waste reduction and energy conservation. This award underscores the growing importance of environmental responsibility within haute cuisine, encouraging chefs and restaurateurs to innovate sustainably. The 2026 edition continues expanding its global reach, spotlighting pioneers across continents and inspiring the broader hospitality industry to adopt greener practices.
For discerning diners and travelers, the Michelin Green Star 2026 list is an essential guide to the forefront of sustainable gastronomy. As more chefs integrate environmental consciousness into their kitchens, this list elevates those pioneering responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and energy efficiency without compromising culinary artistry. Pearl proudly presents this curated selection, helping you discover dining experiences that marry exceptional flavor with a profound respect for the planet.
Quick Facts
- Publisher
- MICHELIN Guide
- Year
- 2026
- Coverage
- Global restaurants
- Items
- TBA
- Frequency
- Annual
About This Edition
The 2026 Michelin Green Star edition continues to expand its global footprint, recognizing an even broader array of restaurants committed to sustainability. This year highlights emerging trends such as regenerative agriculture partnerships, zero-waste kitchens, and innovative energy solutions, reflecting the evolving challenges and opportunities within sustainable gastronomy.
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