A new wave of culinary excellence is sweeping across the globe as 15 of the world’s most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs unveil brand-new restaurants. From modern French bistros to futuristic Asian fusion, these openings reflect bold visions, cultural fusion, and meticulous artistry—pushing the boundaries of fine dining into thrilling new territory.
With bookings already in high demand, these launches signal not only a return to experiential dining but a reimagining of what it means to eat well in 2025 and beyond. Expect theatrical presentations, hyper-seasonal ingredients, and globally inspired techniques—all carefully crafted to excite the palate and spark conversation. As culinary tourism surges, these Michelin-starred chefs are setting new standards, turning their restaurants into cultural landmarks as much as gastronomic ones.
1. Angela Hartnett (1 Michelin Starred Chef)
Angela Hartnett is one of the UK’s most respected chefs, known for her Michelin-starred restaurant Murano and her warm, ingredient-driven approach to modern Italian cuisine. This September, she’s set to open a rooftop restaurant at London’s Royal Opera House, blending refined British Italian dishes with sweeping views of Covent Garden. The new venue will reflect her signature balance of elegance and comfort.
- Location: London, UK
- Expected Opening: Sept 2025
2. Aitor Zabala (3 Michelin Starred Chef)
Aitor Zabala, a Spanish-born chef with deep Basque roots, is known for his innovative culinary artistry shaped by training at elBulli and collaborations with José Andrés. In 2025, he reopens Somni in West Hollywood—now a reimagined, immersive tasting experience that has already earned three Michelin stars, cementing his place among America’s most visionary chefs.
- Location: West Hollywood, USA
- Expected Opening: 2025
3. David Barzelay (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
David Barzelay is a self-taught chef celebrated for his inventive, fine-dining approach at Lazy Bear, San Francisco’s two-Michelin-starred culinary institution. Known for turning pop-up dinners into immersive, communal experiences, Barzelay blends creativity with precision. In summer 2025, he expands his vision with JouJou, a French-seafood concept set to bring refined yet playful tasting menus to the city’s waterfront dining scene.
- Location: San Francisco, USA
- Expected Opening: Summer 2025
4. Marcus Jernmark (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
Marcus Jernmark is a Swedish chef best known for his work at the acclaimed Frantzén group, where he helped shape some of the world’s most celebrated Nordic fine dining experiences. With a background steeped in precision and elegant minimalism, he brings his mastery to Los Angeles in 2025 with new ventures, Lielle, opening in summer with modern European influences.
- Location: Los Angeles, USA
- Expected Opening: Summer & Fall 2025
5. Daniel Patterson (1 Michelin Starred Chef)
Daniel Patterson is an influential American chef, writer, and restaurateur known for pioneering modern Californian cuisine at Coi, which earned him a Michelin star and widespread acclaim. Renowned for his thoughtful, ingredient-driven approach and deep commitment to sustainability, Patterson returns to fine dining in 2025 with Jaca in West Hollywood. Opening in late spring, the new restaurant is expected to blend innovation with natural simplicity—hallmarks of his celebrated culinary philosophy.
- Location: West Hollywood, USA
- Expected Opening: Late Spring 2025
6. Björn Frantzén (3 Michelin Starred Chef)
Björn Frantzén is a globally acclaimed Swedish chef best known for his flagship Frantzén in Stockholm, one of the few Nordic restaurants to hold three Michelin stars. Celebrated for blending Nordic purity with Asian precision, his cuisine pushes the boundaries of flavor, technique, and presentation. In 2025, Frantzén brings his visionary approach to the Middle East with FZN by Frantzén in Dubai—his first restaurant in the region.
- Location: Dubai
- Expected Opening: 2025
7. José Andrés (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
José Andrés is a Spanish-American chef, humanitarian, and culinary trailblazer known for introducing avant-garde Spanish cuisine to the U.S. and for his two-Michelin-starred restaurant Minibar in Washington, D.C. Beyond the kitchen, he’s widely respected for his global relief work through World Central Kitchen. In September 2025, he reopens Bazaar Meat in Las Vegas, promising a bold revival of his theatrical, meat-centric dining experience that fuses spectacle with culinary excellence.
- Location: Las Vegas, USA
- Expected Opening: Sept 4, 2025
8. Grant Achatz (3 Michelin Starred Chef)
Grant Achatz is an American chef globally renowned for his boundary-pushing, multi-sensory cuisine at Alinea in Chicago, one of only a few restaurants in the U.S. to hold three Michelin stars. A pioneer of modernist gastronomy, Achatz is celebrated for transforming fine dining into an immersive, theatrical experience. In winter 2025–26, he brings his avant-garde creativity to the mountains with “M”, a high-concept pop-up by the Alinea Group in Big Sky, Montana—promising innovation at altitude in a limited-time alpine setting.
- Location: Big Sky, Montana, USA
- Expected Opening: Winter 2025–26
9. Michael White (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
Michael White is a renowned American chef best known for redefining modern Italian cuisine through acclaimed restaurants like Marea and Ai Fiori, both recipients of Michelin stars. With a mastery of refined coastal flavors and handmade pastas, he brings his signature style to the Bahamas with Paranza at Atlantis Paradise Island. Opened in 2023, the restaurant blends Italian elegance with Bahamian ingredients, offering a luxurious seafood-centric dining experience that reflects White’s deep culinary expertise.
- Location: Nassau, Bahamas
- Expected Opening: Ongoing (opened in 2023)
10. Kwame Onwuachi
Kwame Onwuachi is a James Beard Award–winning chef known for blending Afro-Caribbean, Southern, and global flavors, with acclaimed restaurants like Tatiana and Kith/Kin to his name. In August 2025, he brings his bold, storytelling-driven cuisine to a special pop-up at the U.S. Open in Queens, offering tennis fans an elevated and culturally rich dining experience.
- Location: Queens, NY, USA
- Expected Opening: Aug 2025
11. Srijith Gopinathan (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
Srijith Gopinathan, a two-Michelin-starred chef originally from Tamil Nadu, is known for pioneering Cal-Indian cuisine—blending South Indian flavors with Californian ingredients. After earning acclaim at Campton Place in San Francisco, he’s set to launch Eylan in Menlo Park in 2025, offering a modern Indian menu with fire-cooked dishes rooted in his heritage.
- Location: Menlo Park, USA
- Expected Opening: 2025
12. Fanny Rey & Jonathan Wahid (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
Fanny Rey is a celebrated French chef originally from Burgundy who rose to prominence through her refined, ingredient-centered cuisine rooted in Provence’s Alpilles region. She earned her first Michelin star in 2017 before collaborating with pastry chef Jonathan Wahid to elevate L’Auberge de Saint‑Rémy‑de‑Provence, earning a second star in 2025. Together, they craft seasonal, modern dishes in a setting where rustic elegance meets poetic precision. Jonathan Wahid, a former French dessert champion and expert pastry chef, complements the savory menu with inventive desserts inspired by Southern French flavors.
- Location: Provence, France
- Expected Opening: Summer 2025
13. Allister Barsby (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
Allister Barsby, a seasoned chef with experience at top UK restaurants, and Alice Bussi, a hospitality expert, are the passionate duo behind Hide & Fox in Kent. Their refined take on modern British cuisine and impeccable front-of-house service earned them two Michelin stars in the 2025 Guide. With a focus on seasonal ingredients and an intimate dining experience, the couple has firmly placed Hide & Fox among the UK’s most exciting culinary destinations.
- Location: Kent, UK
- Expected Opening: Early 2025
14. Angelo Sato (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
Angelo Sato is a Tokyo-born chef who started working in fish markets at age 15 and moved to London at 17 to pursue his culinary dreams. He trained at elite establishments like RyuGin (Tokyo), Eleven Madison Park (NYC), Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, and Restaurant Story before launching his own venture. In 2021, he opened Humble Chicken in Soho—the concept rapidly evolved into a 16-course omakase tasting menu, earning its first Michelin star in 2024 and a second in 2025.
- Location: Soho, London, UK
- Expected Opening: 2025
15. John Williams (2 Michelin Starred Chef)
John Williams MBE, Executive Chef at The Ritz London, is a master of classical French cuisine with a British touch. Under his leadership, The Ritz Restaurant earned its second Michelin star in 2025. Known for refined techniques and impeccable service, he upholds the tradition of elegant, palace-style dining. A mentor and industry icon, he continues to shape British fine dining.
- Location: London, UK
- Expected Opening: 2025
