Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Celebrates New MICHELIN Stars in Washington, D.C.

Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Celebrates New MICHELIN Stars in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. – The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) proudly congratulates the outstanding restaurants in our region that have been recognized with MICHELIN stars in the latest edition of the prestigious MICHELIN Guide. This year’s awards continue to solidify Washington, D.C., as a globally celebrated dining destination, renowned for its innovation, diversity, and excellence in the culinary arts.

Unveiled on December 9, 2024, the 2024 MICHELIN Guide Washington, D.C., awarded one MICHELIN star to two new restaurants. Mita, a vegetarian Latin American restaurant in the Shaw neighborhood, with its creative and flavorful offerings. Omakase, located in the Barracks Row neighborhood, also received one star for its exceptional Japanese cuisine.

In addition to the MICHELIN stars, Washington, D.C. received its first MICHELIN Green Star, a new rating given to restaurants for sustainability.  This green star was awarded to Oyster Oyster, a vegan restaurant in Mt. Vernon Square.  

The latest MICHELIN Guide honors reflect the  talent, vision, and hard work of our local restaurateurs and chefs,” said Shawn Townsend, President and CEO of RAMW. “At RAMW, we are  committed to fostering the growth of our restaurant community and celebrating their achievements. These accolades not only bring well-deserved recognition to the individuals behind these  concepts, but also elevate the global reputation of Washington, D.C., as a top-tier dining destination.”

The 2024 MICHELIN Guide for Washington, D.C. now has 26 restaurants.   Restaurants that have maintained their stars include The Inn at Little Washington with three stars and a green star, Jônt and minibar with two stars.  One star restaurants maintaining their status include Albi, Bresca, Causa, Elcielo D.C., Fiola, Gravitas, Imperfecto: The Chef’s Table, Kinship, Little Pearl, Masseria, Métier, Pineapple and Pearls, Rania, Reverie, Rooster & Owl, Rose’s Luxury, Sushi Nakazawa, Tail Up Goat, The Dabney, and Xiquet.

For the full list of MICHELIN-starred and Bib Gourmand restaurants, visit the MICHELIN Guide website or learn more about RAMW at www.ramw.org.

Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW)

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) is the regional trade association representing restaurants and the foodservice industry in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area. Established in 1920, RAMW is an advocate, resource and community for its members. The Association works to promote and sustain the growth and development of the industry while providing its members legislative and regulatory representation, marketing and small business support, programming and events. RAMW strives to serve its members with professionalism and integrity, and provide them the training, education and support they need to grow a successful business.

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