Famed Restaurant Reviewers Coming To Eastern PA City

PHILADELPHIA — After years of Philadelphia's restaurant scene receiving accolades both nationally and internationally, the Michelin Guide has finally decided to take a look at the city's plethora of eclectic and delectable restaurants.

The Michelin Guide Monday announced it already has anonymous inspectors in Philadelphia, making dining reservations and scouting for culinary gems throughout the city.

The full 2025 restaurant selections will be revealed at a later date during the annual Michelin Guide Northeast Cities Ceremony.

"In recent years, Philadelphia has become as renowned for its chef-driven food scene as it is for the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and its passionate sports fans," Gregg Caren, President and CEO of the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, said. "Our chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality professionals have been steadily building our city into an internationally acclaimed foodie destination. This announcement that The MICHELIN Guide will be exploring the Philadelphia region to experience our restaurants is an acknowledgement of years of hard work, collaboration, and extraordinary culinary innovation."

The Michelin Guide has also announced Boston as newcomer to its publication.

"We are thrilled for Boston and Philadelphia to join The MICHELIN Guide Northeast Cities as both are premier destinations for gourmets to experience a rich diversity of cuisine and culinary history," Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of The MICHELIN Guide, said. "The local passion, talent, and camaraderie in both Boston and Philadelphia are evident in their restaurant communities and the anonymous Inspectors look forward to spotlighting their unique experiences in both cities."

The guide’s selection process is determined by anonymous Inspectors and remains completely independent.

Michelin’s historical methodology is based on five universal criteria, to ensure each destination’s selection equity:

1. Quality products
2. The harmony of flavors
3. The mastery of cooking techniques
4. The voice and personality of the chef as reflected in the cuisine
5. Consistency between each visit and throughout the menu (each restaurant is inspected several times a year).

Michelin not only gives out its coveted stars, but also the Bib Gourmand Award.

This award highlights the best value for money restaurants offering a three-course meal at a reasonable price.

The price limit for Bib Gourmand consideration varies from country to country, depending on the cost of living, but the inspectors are searching for the same high quality, wherever they happen to be in the world.