Atlanta keeps 8 Michelin stars, adds 7 new 'recommended' restaurants

Michelin has unveiled its first "American South" restaurant guide, positioning Atlanta as a central culinary destination in the South. The guide preserves all eight of Atlanta's one-star restaurants and adds seven new "Recommended" spots, enhancing the local dining experience. Notably, two restaurants in Marietta earned Michelin Green Stars for their sustainable practices, highlighting the region's commitment to environmental responsibility. Louisiana's New Orleans stands out with the only two-star rating in the South, awarded to Chef E. J.

Lagasse's restaurant for its innovative Creole cuisine. Nashville also made waves with three one-star restaurants, each offering unique contemporary tasting menus. The guide features 228 restaurants across 44 cuisine types, including five Green Stars and 50 Bib Gourmand selections. Michelin officials aim to facilitate multi-stop dining road trips through the South, linking culinary experiences with recommended hotels. Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guide, praised the region's diverse culinary landscape, which blends traditional Southern flavors with international influences.