The prestigious Michelin Guide ceremony for the United Kingdom and Ireland is unfolding today, Monday 9th February 2026, at a glittering event in Dublin. This live coverage brings you minute-by-minute updates as new Michelin Stars are announced, honouring the finest establishments in the hospitality industry.
A Celebration of Culinary Excellence
The Michelin Guide stands as one of the world's most revered restaurant authorities, renowned for its rigorous assessment of dining venues. It awards up to three Michelin Stars, which are universally acknowledged as the pinnacle of achievement in fine dining. Restaurants that receive these accolades demonstrate exceptional quality, remarkable consistency, and outstanding culinary creativity.
The Prestige of Michelin Recognition
Beyond the coveted stars, the guide also highlights establishments offering excellent value through its Bib Gourmand distinctions. Additionally, it recognises leadership in sustainability with the awarding of Green Stars, reflecting the industry's growing commitment to environmental responsibility.
The ceremony in Dublin brings together the most celebrated chefs and restaurateurs from across the UK and Ireland. This globally broadcast event serves as the annual focal point for announcing which restaurants have earned Michelin Stars and other prestigious distinctions.
Understanding the Michelin Star System
The Michelin rating system follows a clear hierarchy of culinary excellence:
- One Michelin Star indicates "high-quality cooking, worth a stop"
- Two Michelin Stars signify "excellent cooking, worth a detour"
- Three Michelin Stars represent "exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey" - a distinction reserved for the world's absolute finest restaurants
The Rigorous Assessment Process
Michelin inspectors evaluate restaurants against five universal criteria that define outstanding cooking. These include the quality of ingredients, harmony of flavours, mastery of culinary techniques, how the chef's personality expresses itself through their cuisine, and perhaps most importantly, consistency across the entire menu and over time.
As Michelin emphasises: "An incredible meal could be a one-off experience. We're after those restaurants that deliver the same standard every time." This commitment to consistent excellence separates Michelin-recognised establishments from merely good restaurants.
Live Coverage Across the UK and Ireland
Our comprehensive coverage will continue throughout Monday 9th February, from the buildup to the ceremony through to the conclusion of the event itself. We will be celebrating local hospitality success stories with extensive reporting across our network of news titles throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Stay with us for all the latest announcements, reactions, and insights as the Michelin Guide reveals which restaurants have earned their place among the culinary elite for 2026.
