11-13-2024
THE MICHELIN GUIDE ITALY 2025 - CASA PERBELLINI 12 APOSTOLI AWARDED THREE STARS
With Casa Perbellini 12 Apostoli by Chef Giancarlo Perbellini awarded Three Stars, Italy now boasts 14 MICHELIN 3-Star restaurants.
Two restaurants have newly received Two MICHELIN Stars, while 33 restaurants have newly been awarded One MICHELIN Star, bringing the total to 393 Starred establishments across the country.
11 restaurants have newly earned the MICHELIN Green Star.
The 70th edition of the Guide reveals a vibrant culinary landscape, energized by young talents who have honed their skills in the kitchens of mentor chefs on whom they draw inspiration. With 11 new additions, the MICHELIN Green Star selection illustrates the industry's growing awareness of environmental issues, as well as the ambitious commitments undertaken by an increasing number of restaurants towards a more sustainable approach to gastronomy.
The 2025 Guide features 36 restaurants that newly received MICHELIN Stars: 1 new Three MICHELIN Star restaurant, raising Italy’s Three-Star count to 14; 2 new Two MICHELIN Star restaurants; and 33 new One MICHELIN Star restaurants. In total, the MICHELIN Guide Italy 2025 showcases 393 Starred restaurants.
Casa Perbellini 12 Apostoli awarded Three MICHELIN Stars
In this restaurant – where chef Giancarlo Perbellini himself trained as a young cook –, guests are treated to a symphony of flavors, techniques, and exceptional hospitality that makes the journey worthwhile. Highlights include the sesame wafer with sea bass tartare and a touch of licorice, not to mention the warm hospitality of the team and the establishment’s historical ambiance steeped in Roman heritage.
In addition to this new member of the MICHELIN Three-Star family, Italy’s other Three-Star restaurants whose unique cuisine is “worth a special journey” are:
Villa Crespi in Orta San Giulio (NO), Piazza Duomo in Alba (CN), Da Vittorio in Brusaporto (BG), Le Calandre in Rubano (PD), Dal Pescatore in Canneto Sull’Oglio (MN), Osteria Francescana in Modena, Enoteca Pinchiorri in Florence, La Pergola in Rome, Reale in Castel di Sangro (AQ), Uliassi in Senigallia (AN), Enrico Bartolini at MUDEC in Milan, Quattro Passi in Nerano (NA), and Norbert Niederkofler’s Atelier Moessmer in Brunico (BZ).
Two restaurants are newly awarded Two MICHELIN Stars
The live-streamed ceremony was full of exciting moments, showcasing a total of 36 restaurants newly awarded MICHELIN Stars across 13 regions, including two new entries in the Two-Star MICHELIN category, designated for restaurants whose exceptional cuisine “worth a detour:”
Marco Galtarossa – Villa Elena, Bergamo: The recent move has infused new energy into this young chef, who demonstrates remarkable technical skill and taste. Outstanding dishes include the grilled duck breast, paired with ravioli of liver and celery, and a savory crepe stuffed with stewed duck leg: exquisite, technical, and satisfying. The aristocratic villa offers excellent service under the expert guidance of mentor Enrico Bartolini.
Matteo Temperini – Campo Del Drago, Montalcino: Located in Castiglion del Bosco and boasting Three MICHELIN Keys for its outstanding hospitality, this venue is now considered worth a special trip. Matteo Temperini’s creative personal cuisine celebrates Tuscany and the best that the region has to offer, deeply rooted in seasonal ingredients. One example is the gnocchi with chanterelles and porcini, highlighting early autumn mushrooms from nearby forests.
33 restaurants newly received One MICHELIN Star
In the 2025 MICHELIN Guide Italy, 33 restaurants have newly earned One MICHELIN Star. Many of their chefs have learned from remarkable mentors: Antonino Cannavacciuolo has been awarded Stars for two restaurants, Cannavacciuolo Le Cattedrali in Asti and Cannavacciuolo by the Lake in Pettenasco (NO), led respectively by Gianluca Renzi and Gianni Bertone. Davide Oldani also celebrates a new Star at Olmo in San Pietro all’Olmo (MI), entrusted to Riccardo Merli while Massimo Bottura’s Al Gatto Verde, with Jessica Rosval, receives its first Star as well as the MICHELIN Green Star.
Among the 33 new Starred Restaurants, 14 are led by Chefs who are 35 or Younger (with 4 being 30 or Younger)
11 New MICHELIN Green Stars
In its 70th edition, the MICHELIN Guide has awarded 11 new Green Stars, bringing the total number of awarded restaurants in Italy to 69.
The MICHELIN Green Star is a distinction awarded to inspiring restaurants at the forefront of a more sustainable approach to gastronomy. The acknowledgement may be given to any restaurant of the MICHELIN Guide selection, not just Starred or Bib Gourmand establishments. When awarding it, MICHELIN inspectors consider any kind of actions and initiatives that are likely to demonstrate a strong commitment to a more ethical and virtuous gastronomy.
Passion Dessert celebrates 7 new restaurants
The "Passion Dessert" selection, sponsored by Molino Dallagiovanna, recognizes restaurants that provide exceptional dessert experiences of outstanding quality. In the 2025 edition, 7 restaurants have newly joined this special selection.
4 MICHELIN Special Awards in the 2025 Italian Selection
MICHELIN Young Chef 2025: Awarded to Matteo Vergine of Grow Restaurant in Albiate (MB).
MICHELIN Service Award 2025, presented by Intrecci – Alta Formazione di Sala: Awarded to Vanessa Melis from Pascucci al Porticciolo, Fiumicino (RM).
MICHELIN Mentor Chef Award 2025, presented by Blancpain: awarded to Antonino Cannavacciuolo of Villa Crespi, Orta San Giulio (NO).
MICHELIN Sommelier Award 2025, presented by Consorzio Franciacorta : awarded to Oscar Mazzoleni from Al Carroponte, Bergamo.
MICHELIN Guide Italy 2025 Statistics
Regions
The region with the largest number of new additions is Lombardy, with 10 new star-rated restaurants (1 two-star and 9 one-star). Campania and Tuscany follow, each with 5 new one-star restaurants, while Emilia-Romagna ranks third with 4 new one-star restaurants.
In terms of total MICHELIN Stars by region, Lombardy leads with 61 starred restaurants (3 three-star, 7 two-star, and 51 one-star), Campania ranks second with 50 (1 three-star, 7 two-star, 42 one-star), and Tuscany takes third place with 44 (1 three-star, 5 two-star, 38 one-star). Piedmont follows in fourth with 35 starred restaurants (2 three-star, 3 two-star, 30 one-star), while Veneto rounds out the top five with 34 starred restaurants (2 three-star, 3 two-star, 29 one-star).
Provinces
Among the top 5 provinces, Naples leads with 27 starred restaurants (1 three-star, 6 two-star, 20 one-star), followed by Rome with 23 (1 three-star, 3 two-star, 19 one-star) and Bolzano with 20 starred restaurants (1 three-star, 2 two-star, 17 one-star). Milan ranks fourth with 19 (1 three-star, 4 two-star, 14 one-star).
Bib Gourmand
Emilia-Romagna leads with 33 Bib Gourmand restaurants, followed by Piedmont with 31, Lombardy with 25, Tuscany also with 25, and both Veneto and Trentino Alto Adige tie with 17.
Overview of the 2025 MICHELIN Guide Italy:
14 three-star restaurants (1 new addition)
38 two-star restaurants (2 new additions)
341 one-star restaurants (33 new additions)
69 Green Star restaurants (11 new additions)
250 Bib Gourmand restaurants (16 new additions)
1,340 recommended restaurants
It is available for free on the app and website of the MICHELIN Guide, where travelers can also access a selection of the most unique hotels in Italy and across the world. The print edition will be available from December 12.
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