Czechia’s 10 New MICHELIN Stars Extend Beyond Prague!

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Revealed in Mariánské Lázně, this new selection highlights Czechia as a must-visit for gourmets, featuring restaurants across the country. This new selection highlights the country’s rich culinary scene, featuring restaurants across the destination.

With 79 establishments, this edition reflects the impressive diversity of culinary styles in Czechia, often shaped by the country’s history and culture. One restaurant has been awarded two MICHELIN Stars, eight have received one MICHELIN Star, fifteen new establishments have earned a Bib Gourmand for their excellent value for money, and four have been honored with a Green Star.

“With its unique blend of tradition and modernity, Czech gastronomy invites local gourmets and visitors from around the world to discover new culinary horizons. After highlighting Prague, we are proud to showcase the gastronomic landscape of the entire country through this new selection, and to commend the restaurants of Czechia for their skill, dedication, and excellence in their pursuit of quality” states Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide.

“Collaboration with the MICHELIN Guide opens a new chapter in building the image of the Czech Republic as a destination that, in addition to its historical landmarks, natural beauty, and wide range of opportunities for active relaxation, also excels in top-tier gastronomy. MICHELIN is the global language of gastronomy, and its presence in the Czech Republic signifies that our cuisine has something to say to the world. It is an opportunity to showcase the creativity of local chefs, their work with regional ingredients, and their unique approach to traditional recipes. We appreciate that the Czech Republic has been given this opportunity and we will certainly make full use of it within our campaigns,” says František Reismüller, Director of the Czech Tourism Authority – CzechTourism.

Papilio is awarded two MICHELIN Stars

The chic Papilio Restaurant is located in the former castle stables in Vysoký Újezd. In the open kitchen of this space, with a magnificent vaulted ceiling, Jan Knedla and his team prepare meals for up to ten courses. The chef carefully and creatively reinterprets his childhood memories while showcasing exceptional ingredients, most of them sourced locally.

Eight restaurants earn a MICHELIN Star

Among the eight Czech restaurants awarded One MICHELIN Star, six are joining the selection this year. ESSENS in Hlohovec, proposing modern dishes made with local, seasonal ingredients in an elegant setting. Entrée, located at the Theatre Hotel in Olomouc, where the open kitchen offers a unique performance and the menu asserts a singular concept. La Villa in Zlín delights guests with classic French cuisine infused with local influences.

In Prague, LEVITATE has an impressively warm atmosphere that blends historical elements with modern ones, and serves an original cuisine that combines Czech ingredients with Asian spices and a Nordic flourish. Also located in the capital, Field and La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise maintain their distinctions.

See all nine of Czechia’s MICHELIN-starred restaurants here.

18 Bib Gourmands

In this Czech selection, 18 restaurants were awarded a Bib Gourmand, an honor commending an excellent culinary experience at an affordable price. Among the 15 establishments now joining this category are Šupina a Šupinka in Třeboň, located within a magnificent castle and particularly appreciated for its seafood; and Bar ATELIER & bistro, situated in a historical area of Brno, offering a concise, contemporary, seasonal menu in a laid-back, modern atmosphere. Let us also mention Long Story Short Eatery & Bakery, in Olomouc, featuring a trendy bistro concept, creative cookery, and especially sharing plates. In Čeladná, MIURA asserts a flavorful combination of local and international specialties; meanwhile, in Prague, the pub-restaurant Výčep focuses on modern Czech cuisine. Three other establishments in Prague, which have already held a Bib Gourmand, continue to uphold this standing.

See all 18 Bib Gourmand winners here.

In addition to restaurants awarded MICHELIN Stars and Bib Gourmands, the selection also includes 52 establishments that impressed the MICHELIN Guide inspectors for their savoir-faire and quality. The inspection team was particularly delighted with Kohout NA VÍNĚ in Brno a charming little modern restaurant that offers seasonal dishes in set menus and à la carte; and Tlustá Kachna, ideally located on the market square in Chrudim, which attracts gourmets with a welcoming atmosphere and delicious family-style cookery. They also recommend Babiččina zahrada in Průhonice, where guests enjoy traditional dishes prepared with local, seasonal ingredients in a charming country house or, in the summertime, on its beautiful terrace; and Chapelle, a spot in Písek whose modern concept is reflected not only in its bright, chic interior and open kitchen, but most importantly in its menu of Czech and international inspiration.

Three MICHELIN Special Awards

To highlight the skills and professions in the restaurant industry that help create memorable dining experiences, the MICHELIN Awards this year honor several talented professionals, as well as the dedication and excellence that define their craft. This year, three professionals were recognized.

The MICHELIN Service Award is granted to Miroslav Nosek, owner of the Field restaurant in Prague, who welcomes his guests with remarkable courtesy and a great deal of care. Eloquent, friendly, and always attentive, he provides impeccable service. He and his team demonstrate great professionalism in highlighting the creative modern cuisine of the chef and co-owner

Radek Kašpárek, whose excellence allowed the restaurant to maintain it’s One MICHELIN Star this year.

The MICHELIN Young Chef Award goes to Khanh Ta, chef of the Vietnamese restaurant Taro, also located in Prague. Despite his young age, he creates authentic dishes that balance complexity with accessibility and refinement with precision, each infused with his sensitivity and passion.

The MICHELIN Sommelier Award is granted to Zdeněk Oudes at the restaurant Marie B, also located in the capital. With sincere enthusiasm, this talented sommelier recommends wines from his carefully curated list to enhance the carte blanche menu of the chef, whose cuisine remains rooted in Czech tradition despite a modern, creative approach. He makes use of his thorough knowledge to advise guests with genuine pleasure.

Four Green Stars

The Green Star is awarded to restaurants which impressed the inspection team with their inspiring practices which are helping to shape the future of gastronomy. Four establishments in the Czech Republic were granted a Green Star for their innovative concepts.Dvůr Perlová voda in Budyně nad Ohří, LEAF and Štangl in Prague, and Sůl a Řepa in Strakonice.

These restaurants exemplify the transformation of the culinary landscape, driven by authentic ideas and inspiring approaches that are meaningfully paving the way for the sector.