Culinary Achievement

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An exquisitely presented dish at Californios, the first Mexican restaurant globally to be awarded three Michelin stars, showcasing culinary excellence.

Californios earns 3 Michelin stars, becoming world's first Mexican restaurant

In 2026, San Francisco's Californios, led by Chef Val Cantu, shattered a long-standing culinary barrier, becoming the first Mexican restaurant in the world to earn three Michelin stars.

Kurt Schneider·June 27, 2026