In brief
South Australia breaks new ground by granting 11 Michelin stars, with Magill Estate Restaurant in Adelaide becoming the only venue awarded two stars. The state paid Michelin inspectors to evaluate its restaurants, marking the first time a region in Australia has enlisted the guide. The move follows New Zealand’s inclusion and could boost Adelaide’s culinary tourism. Ten one-star restaurants, including Arkhé, Aptos, and Maxwell Restaurant, share the spotlight, while the guide’s heritage dates back to 1900.
Australia Makes History with First Michelin Stars
Magill Estate Restaurant in Adelaide earned two Michelin stars. Ten other South Australian restaurants received one star each.
South Australia funded Michelin inspectors to visit the state, making this the first region to get the guide in Australia.
The Michelin Guide, created in 1900, had to wait more than a century for Australian recognition—now following New Zealand.
One-star restaurants:
- Arkhé, Norwood
- Aptos, Stirling
- Maxwell Restaurant, McLaren Vale
- Botanic, Adelaide
- Esmay, Adelaide
- Aurora at ILA, Adelaide
- Hentley Farm, Seppeltsfield
- LVN Restaurant at Bird in Hand, Woodside
- Skillogalee Barrel House, Sevenhill
- Anvers Restaurant, Kangarilla
