10-31-2025
New edition of the MICHELIN Guide Beijing 2026, two restaurants have been awarded two MICHELIN Stars
Backswan and Lamdre have been awarded two MICHELIN Stars, while three restaurants receive their first MICHELIN Star
A total of 11 restaurants is newly listed, with 8 receiving the Bib Gourmand distinction.
The first MICHELIN Mentor Chef Award is presented in Mainland China.
MICHELIN Guide officially unveiled the full selection Beijing 2026, along with 4 individual awards. A total of 99 restaurants has been included in the latest edition, with 2 establishments newly promoted to Two MICHELIN Stars and 3 restaurants newly receiving One MICHELIN Star. The MICHELIN Mentor Chef Award was presented for the first time in mainland China.
Three MICHELIN Stars
Chao Shang Chao (Chaoyang) and Xin Rong Ji (Xinyuan South Road) remain at the pinnacle of excellence, retaining their Three MICHELIN Stars.
Two new restaurants have been awarded Two MICHELIN Stars
Blackswan : On a swan theme, feather motifs and graceful arabesques abound in the spotless white room of this restaurant, set in an idyllic spot overlooking a pond where swans and koi swim. As for the food, French chef Vianney Massot champions a unique take on traditional Gallic fare using seasonal ingredients. The slow-roasted, wild-caught turbot boasts firm, juicy meat with two sauces that complement its intense briny flavour.
Lamdre : A skylight in the pitched roof bathes the main room in natural light; the private rooms and balcony also feel cosy. An inquisitive soul by nature, veteran chef Dai spent time in Japan studying plant-based ingredients. His menu follows the seasons and may include his signature "porcini, green pepper, sea salt" with Yunnan mushrooms chargrilled to impart smoky aromas. The famous tofu is steeped in broth and intoxicating flavors.
Restaurants Jingji, King's Joy, Lu Shang Lu, and Shanghai Cuisine have retained their Two MICHELIN Stars.
Three new restaurants have been awarded their first MICHELIN Star
This brings the total number of One MICHELIN Star restaurants to 24, collectively representing over 10 culinary styles.
Chao Shang Chao (Xicheng) : This upmarket restaurant in Chaozhou is another gem from the F&B chain. Chef Gu, who hails from the city, has been cooking professionally for over 30 years. His menu is based on tradition but imbued with creativity. The boneless pigeon stuffed with bird's nest in matsutake broth delivers striking layers of textures. Professional wine and tea sommeliers take care of the libations. Chinese reds and whites aside, try the phoenix tea brewed with spring water.
Rong Pao : This brand under the Xin Rong Ji group specialises in Sichuan fare, in particular cuisine from Yibin, the chef's home city. Most of his ingredients are from Sichuan and seasonal. With its deep fiery heat, the plateau loach hot pot with green Sichuan peppercorns on the vine is a hit. The quick-fried pork liver and kidney is another must-try. The drinks list focuses on wine and sparkling tea from Sichuan. Ask the sommelier about wine pairings.
Seventh Son : This Hong Kong brand, famous for both gourmet and home-style fare, reopened its Beijing outpost in 2024. The pale wood and apple green details of the interior echo the lush greenery. The head chef has worked for the brand for years and his skills are unquestionable. His must-try ge zha is a savoury egg custard, floured and deep-fried until crispy. The osmanthus scrambled egg with crabmeat and shredded shrimp bursts with umami.
Green Star Community
King's Joy continues its journey within the MICHELIN Green Star community and remains a shining example of a committed vision for the future of gastronomy.
8 Restaurants Newly Awarded Bib Gourmand
Beijing's culinary reputation is not only built on its MICHELIN-Starred establishments, but also on its intimate restaurants recognized with a Bib Gourmand — places where ingredients are carefully selected and authentic flavors are offered at affordable prices.
The new selection welcomes 8 new Bib Gourmand restaurants
Bao Bao Hao specializing in Cantonese clay pot dishes
My Soup, a home-style Cantonese restaurant celebrated for its soups
The dumpling shop Liu Ma Ma Dumplings
Mingyuan Restaurant, a decades-old establishment nestled in a hutong
Hua Sheng Feng featuring Zhejiang cuisine
Tan, with Sichuan-style offerings
along with two authentic Hunan cuisine restaurants, Xiang Bin Xuan (Huayuan Road) and Xiang Lin Tian Xia.
Furthermore, two restaurants have been newly added to the MICHELIN Selected category: La Chansonnière, presenting sophisticated French cuisine, and Yan Garden by Chef Fei, showcasing Chaozhou (Teochew) style. A total of 41 restaurants now constitute the MICHELIN Selected Restaurants list in the latest guide, representing approximately 20 different culinary styles.
4 culinary professionals were honored with individual awards
These awards highlight the diversity of professions that contribute to this ecosystem. For the first time this year, the MICHELIN Mentor Chef Award was presented to a chef from Mainland China. It wasn't the only individual award given during the ceremony — three other winners were respectively honored with the Young Chef Award, the Sommelier Award, and the Service Award.
MICHELIN Mentor Chef Award
Chef Yat Fung CHEUNG, at the helm of the culinary team at Three MICHELIN Stars Restaurant Chao Shang Chao (Chaoyang), has been honored with the inaugural Beijing MICHELIN Mentor Chef Award. Born in Hong Kong, Chef Cheung entered the culinary industry in 1995 and has since accumulated three decades of profound expertise, consistently dedicating himself to the art of cooking with wholehearted passion and meticulous research. Not only has he cultivated multiple acclaimed restaurants through his deep technical mastery and innovative vision, but he has also long been committed to nurturing young chefs and fostering industry exchange. His mentor spirit, characterized by generously imparting his knowledge, has influenced numerous emerging chefs, helping them refine their skills and broaden their horizons, thereby establishing himself as an indispensable guide in the careers of many.
MICHELIN Young Chef Award
Chef Jixiang CHENG from MICHELIN Selected Restaurant Huai Xiang Guo Se has been awarded the Beijing MICHELIN Young Chef Award this year. A dedicated custodian of traditional Huaiyang cuisine, Chef Cheng possesses exceptional knife skills and precise temperature control, with a strong emphasis on utilizing seasonal ingredients. Under the personal guidance of Master Zhou Xiaoyan, a renowned Huaiyang cuisine expert, he is committed to innovating and promoting Huaiyang cuisine while ensuring each dish authentically represents the true flavors of Jiangnan. This steadfast dedication to his culinary philosophy has established him as an indispensable force in both preserving and advancing Huaiyang cuisine.
MICHELIN Sommelier Award
Mr. Tyler CHEN from the new Two MICHELIN Stars restaurant Blackswan has been honored with the Beijing MICHELIN Sommelier Award. With extensive experience in hotels and restaurants, Tyler has served as the head sommelier since the restaurant's opening. He is not only responsible for wine list curation and the management of a cellar collection exceeding 2,000 bottles but also personally guides guests through their experience: introducing cellar selections and providing precise recommendations tailored to each guest's preferences. Elegant and knowledgeable, he demonstrates professional confidence coupled with an approachable demeanor, setting an exemplary standard in both wine selection and service.
MICHELIN Service Award
Ms. Wei WEI from promoted One MICHELIN Star Rong Pao has been awarded the MICHELIN Service Award. As a member of the restaurant's opening team, though not a native of Sichuan, she possesses a genuine passion for Sichuan cuisine and is deeply knowledgeable about the restaurant's dishes, ingredients, origins, and history. With a warm, friendly smile, she provides attentive and considerate service—promptly addressing their needs while gladly sharing her insights into the cuisine.
The Beijing restaurant selection joins the MICHELIN Guide selection of hotels, which features the most unique and exciting places to stay in China and throughout the world.
The MICHELIN Guide Beijing 2026 summary:
99 recommended restaurants of which:
2 Three MICHELIN Stars restaurants
6 Two MICHELIN Stars restaurants (2 promoted)
24 One MICHELIN Star restaurants (2 promoted and 1 new)
26 Bib Gourmand restaurants (8 new)
41 MICHELIN-selected restaurants (2 new)
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