At the 2025 reveal, two Hollywood area restaurants earned three stars — the highest Michelin achievement — to give California a total of eight restaurants with that distinction (three more than New York City).

The seven Bib Gourmand restaurants in Orange County are CHAAK Kitchen of Tustin, Fable & Spirit in Newport Beach, Heritage Barbecue in San Juan Capistrano, Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen in Fullerton, Lola Gaspar in Santa Ana, Pho 79 in Garden Grove and Ramen & Tsukemen TAO in Buena Park.

Six California restaurants, including one Bay Area spot, have been added to the Michelin Guide 's prestigious Bib Gourmand list.