Upcoming Restaurant Openings from 20 Michelin-Starred Chefs

Get ready for an extraordinary year in global dining as 20 of the world’s most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs unveil their latest culinary ventures across the globe. From intimate pop-ups in the U.S. and high-concept rooftops in London to bold reinterpretations of Indian cuisine in Singapore and Canada, these upcoming restaurants reflect a new era of innovation and craftsmanship. Featuring legends like Grant Achatz, Björn Frantzén, Dani García, and Angela Hartnett, each opening promises a unique blend of refined technique, cultural storytelling, and visionary flavor. Whether it’s a return to roots or a leap into new territories, these chefs are set to reshape the fine dining landscape in 2025 and beyond.

1. Grant Achatz

Grant Achatz is one of America’s most innovative chefs, best known for redefining modernist cuisine through his acclaimed Chicago restaurant Alinea, which holds three Michelin stars. A culinary visionary, he’s renowned for pushing sensory boundaries with theatrical presentations and molecular gastronomy. Achatz is also the co-founder of The Alinea Group, behind concepts like Next and Aviary, and is a James Beard Award winner. His work consistently challenges the traditional dining experience.

2. Hemant Bhagwani

Hemant Bhagwani is a celebrated Canadian chef, restaurateur, and culinary entrepreneur known for revolutionizing Indian cuisine in North America. With a career spanning over two decades, he’s launched numerous successful restaurant brands, blending authentic Indian flavors with modern presentation. Bhagwani is also recognized for championing diversity in the hospitality industry and for his innovative approach to global fusion cuisine.

3. Fanny Rey & Jonathan Wahid

Fanny Rey and Jonathan Wahid are a renowned culinary duo from France, celebrated for their refined approach to Provençal cuisine. Fanny, a former finalist on Top Chef France, brings a creative yet grounded culinary style, while Jonathan, a champion pastry chef and former Meilleur Ouvrier de France finalist, elevates the dessert experience. Together, they helm L’Auberge de Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, earning multiple Michelin stars and acclaim for their elegant, seasonal tasting menus rooted in southern French tradition.

4. Michael White

Michael White is a renowned American chef and restaurateur celebrated for his expertise in Italian and seafood cuisine. He rose to fame with acclaimed restaurants like Marea and Ai Fiori in New York City, both of which earned Michelin stars. Known for his refined technique and bold flavors, White has built a global culinary empire, combining traditional Italian craftsmanship with modern elegance across multiple high-end dining concepts.

5. Matt Abé

Matt Abé is a distinguished British-Australian chef best known for leading the iconic Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in London, which holds three Michelin stars. Starting his career in Australia, he moved to the UK and steadily rose through the ranks under Gordon Ramsay’s mentorship. Abé became Chef de Cuisine and eventually Chef Patron, earning acclaim for his precision, innovation, and dedication to classical French cuisine with a modern touch.

6. Daniel Patterson

Daniel Patterson is an acclaimed American chef, restaurateur, and food innovator known for his thoughtful approach to California cuisine. He gained prominence as the founder of Coi in San Francisco, which earned two Michelin stars under his leadership. Patterson is celebrated for blending fine-dining technique with a deep respect for local, seasonal ingredients.

7. Tommy Banks

Tommy Banks is a Michelin-starred British chef celebrated for his modern British cuisine rooted in hyper-local, seasonal ingredients. He became the youngest chef in the UK to earn a Michelin star at age 24 for his family-run restaurant, The Black Swan at Oldstead. Known for his farm-to-table philosophy, Banks grows much of his produce on his family’s farm. He later launched Roots in York and has become a familiar face on UK food television, including Great British Menu, earning praise for his innovative yet grounded culinary style.

8. Angela Hartnett

Angela Hartnett is one of the UK’s most respected Michelin-starred chefs, known for her refined Italian-inspired cuisine and warm, approachable style. A protégée of Gordon Ramsay, she rose through the culinary ranks to open her flagship restaurant Murano in London, which quickly earned a Michelin star. Hartnett has also led several successful ventures including Café Murano and Merchant’s Tavern, and is a familiar face on British food television. Her cooking blends classical technique with Italian heritage, earning her both critical acclaim and popular admiration.

9. Marcus Jernmark

Marcus Jernmark is a Swedish-born Michelin-starred chef known for his refined, modern Scandinavian cuisine and artistic culinary approach. He previously served as Executive Chef at the prestigious Frantzén in Stockholm, one of the world’s top-ranked three-Michelin-star restaurants. Jernmark’s style is deeply influenced by Nordic techniques, seasonality, and elegance, and he has also held leadership roles in top U.S. restaurants. With upcoming projects in Los Angeles, he is poised to bring his meticulous, high-concept dining experiences to a broader global audience.

10. David Barzelay

David Barzelay is a self-taught American chef and the creative force behind Lazy Bear in San Francisco, a two-Michelin-star restaurant known for its communal dining experience and inventive New American cuisine. Originally a lawyer, Barzelay transitioned into the culinary world through underground supper clubs before launching Lazy Bear, which quickly gained acclaim for its storytelling approach to food. His cooking is rooted in nostalgia, seasonality, and experimentation, making him one of the most unconventional and admired chefs on the West Coast.

11. John Williams

John Williams is a distinguished British chef best known as the Executive Chef at The Ritz London, where he has upheld the hotel’s legendary culinary standards for over two decades. Under his leadership, The Ritz Restaurant earned a Michelin star, recognized for its elegant, classical French-inspired cuisine.

12. Milind Sovani

Milind Sovani is a renowned Indian chef celebrated for elevating Indian cuisine on the global stage, particularly in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, he has earned a Michelin star for his innovative and refined take on traditional Indian flavors. Sovani blends classical techniques with contemporary presentation, often incorporating regional Indian ingredients in unexpected ways.

13. Björn Frantzén

Björn Frantzén is a world-renowned Swedish chef and the visionary behind the three-Michelin-starred Frantzén in Stockholm, which consistently ranks among the world’s best restaurants. Known for his meticulous craftsmanship and fusion of Nordic and Asian influences, Frantzén creates immersive, artful dining experiences that balance precision with bold flavor. His growing global empire includes acclaimed ventures in Singapore, Bangkok, and now Dubai.

14. Aitor Zabala

Aitor Zabala is a Spanish-born, U.S.-based chef known for his avant-garde approach to modernist cuisine. A longtime collaborator of legendary chef José Andrés, Zabala made his mark as the executive chef and creative force behind Somni in Los Angeles, which earned two Michelin stars for its immersive, multi-sensory dining experience.

15. Kwame Onwuachi

Kwame Onwuachi is not just a chef — he’s a cultural force in the culinary world, redefining what fine dining can look like through the lens of identity, heritage, and resilience. From launching his first catering business on a ship to earning a James Beard Award and national acclaim with Kith/Kin, his journey is anything but conventional. Nigerian, Caribbean, Bronx-born — his food is a fearless blend of flavors that tell powerful stories. Beyond the plate, Onwuachi is a voice for inclusion, a bestselling author, and a trailblazer changing the face of modern American cuisine.

16. Dani García

Dani García is a celebrated Spanish chef known for his bold reinterpretations of Andalusian cuisine and for earning three Michelin stars at his eponymous restaurant in Marbella. Blending tradition with avant-garde technique, García’s cooking is rooted in the flavors of southern Spain but delivered with global flair. In a surprising move, he closed his 3-star restaurant at its peak to focus on more accessible, international concepts — expanding his culinary empire across cities like Madrid, New York, and now Los Angeles.

17. Angelo Sato

Angelo Sato is a rising star in the global culinary scene, known for his inventive approach to Japanese cuisine with a European twist. Born in Japan and trained in some of the world’s top kitchens—including Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, Frantzén, and Eleven Madison Park—Sato brings a unique blend of precision, creativity, and cultural storytelling to his cooking. His London restaurant, Humble Chicken, showcases his personal journey through bold, izakaya-inspired dishes presented with fine-dining finesse.

18. José Andrés

José Andrés is a Spanish-American chef and humanitarian known for popularizing tapas in the U.S. and founding acclaimed restaurants like Jaleo and the Michelin-starred Minibar. He also leads World Central Kitchen, delivering meals in disaster zones worldwide. Celebrated for both culinary innovation and global impact, Andrés bridges food and philanthropy like few others.

19. Srijith Gopinathan

Srijith Gopinathan is an acclaimed Indian chef best known for his refined take on modern Indian cuisine. He earned two Michelin stars at Campton Place in San Francisco, where he masterfully blended Californian ingredients with Indian spices and techniques. Gopinathan’s cooking is elegant, inventive, and deeply rooted in his South Indian heritage, earning him recognition as a leading voice in elevating Indian fine dining globally.

20. Alice Bussi

Alice Bussi is a talented pastry chef and co-owner of Hide and Fox in Kent, UK, alongside her partner Allister Barsby. Known for her precision and creativity, Bussi crafts elegant, seasonal desserts that complement the restaurant’s refined modern British cuisine. Her work has contributed to Hide and Fox earning two Michelin stars, establishing the duo as one of the UK’s most exciting culinary teams.