Bangkok: Contemporary German restaurant Zhring has achieved a significant milestone by being awarded three Michelin stars, making it the second restaurant in Thailand to receive this prestigious recognition, following Sorn. Two additional restaurants have been promoted to two Michelin stars, and seven more have joined the one-star category, with three receiving this honor for the first time.
According to Thai News Agency, this year marks the inaugural presentation of the MICHELIN Guide Mentor Chef Award in Thailand, recognizing chefs who have significantly contributed to the culinary industry by imparting their knowledge and skills to the next generation. Additionally, the contemporary Thai restaurant Goat has been awarded another MICHELIN Green Star, increasing the total number of restaurants in this category to five.
At the launch of the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026, Michelin announced the recipients of various MICHELIN Stars and special awards. The guide now features a total of 468 selected restaurants: two with three MICHELIN Stars (including one promotion from two stars), eight with two stars (including two promotions from one star), 33 with one star (including three new entries and four promotions), 137 Bib Gourmands (with 13 new entries), and 288 MICHELIN Selected restaurants (with 50 new entries).
Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guides, highlighted Thailand's appeal as a culinary destination, noting the exciting developments and innovations reflected in the latest edition of the MICHELIN Guide. The guide covers more cuisines and showcases the diversity and dynamism of Thailand's culinary scene, driven by creativity and energy. The increasing number of Michelin-starred establishments enhances Thailand's global culinary reputation.
Inspectors from the Michelin Guide have observed a growing influence of international chefs in Thailand, who bring creativity and a global perspective while integrating local ingredients and traditions. Thai chefs, too, are playing a vital role in elevating local cuisine by emphasizing regional flavors. Collaborations between chefs and small-scale producers are expanding, with many restaurants promoting local produce and using seasonal ingredients. The rise of casual dining, plant-based menus, and modern Thai food concepts that respect traditional roots are also notable trends.
Suhring, founded by twin chefs Thomas and Mathias Shring, shares the three-star accolade with Sorn. The restaurant offers contemporary German cuisine with tasting menus inspired by family recipes and traditional German techniques. Suhring has been part of the Michelin Guide Thailand since its inception in 2018, moving from one star to two stars within a year, and maintaining this status for seven years before its recent elevation to three stars.
In the 2026 edition, Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie and Indie have been upgraded to two Michelin stars. Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie features contemporary French cuisine, while Indie offers a modern Indian culinary experience with a 10-course set menu.
The 'One Michelin Star' category saw the addition of seven new restaurants, with Bo.lan, Cannubi by Umberto Bombana, and Cha being ranked in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand for the first time. Four other restaurants were promoted from recommended or MICHELIN Selected status, including Gagan, Juksunchae, Nusara, and Sushi Saito.
The Michelin Guide Thailand also presented four special awards recognizing outstanding contributions to the culinary industry, including the Young Chef Award, Opening of the Year Award, Service Award, and Mentor Chef Award. Notably, Goat received a MICHELIN Green Star for its commitment to environmentally conscious cooking and sustainability practices, bringing the total number of such restaurants in Thailand to five.