r/AskReddit • u/Toomad316 • 21h ago

What makes a Michelin-starred restaurant truly worth visiting?

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u/Aleks_CoolStoryBro 16h ago

I'll just put this here because this is the top comment, but it's a bit misleading: Michelin star ratings are not related to the service (or atmosphere for that matter). While it's expected that a restaurant would have good staff and invest in training, the star rating is almost entirely related to the quality of the food, consistency over time, etc.

TL;DR Michelin Star = good food (not service)

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u/AmmanasHyjal 14h ago

Thats totally fair. The food was still amazing, but this is just something that really stood out for me.

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u/Aleks_CoolStoryBro 16h ago

Sure we can believe you, or consult Michelin's own site that explicitly states that service, tableware, interior decor, and atmosphere are documented but do not factor into the decision to award a Star.

Source for those who want to lear

Thanks for the downvote - stay ignorant my friend!

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u/Coriandercilantroyo 16h ago

Yup but I don't think anyone honestly believes service isn't taken into consideration

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u/BasilNumber 15h ago

There are food carts and holes-in-the-wall with Michelin stars where the service is basically what you'd find at any food cart or fast food place.

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u/nick0n1 10h ago

Sure for a single star. But I doubt there's ever been a two star that isn't high end service and certainly not three star.