With a historic 3 Michelin stars, a Mexican restaurant in San Francisco defies stereotypes
Summary
Californios, a Mexican restaurant in San Francisco, earned three Michelin stars, the first Mexican restaurant worldwide to do so. Chef Val Cantú and his team received this top culinary award after eight years of hard work, which recognizes their skill in blending Mexican culture with California ingredients.Key Facts
- Californios opened in 2015 and earned its first Michelin star immediately.
- The restaurant received a second star in 2018 and a third star in 2026.
- This is the first time any Mexican restaurant in the world has received three Michelin stars.
- The Michelin Guide rates restaurants through anonymous inspectors who visit and evaluate food and service.
- Californios uses local ingredients, such as white corn and beans from Santa Rosa and caviar from a Sacramento sturgeon farm.
- The restaurant is known for combining Mexican tradition with California influences in its dishes.
- Michelin inspectors praised the kitchen for precision and refinement without losing Mexican identity.
- The award boosts recognition for Mexican cuisine as a fine dining experience.
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