For some chefs, achieving the industry’s most prestigious award can come with a litany of drawbacks and harm a restaurant’s bottom line.

The Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland 2025 was unveiled last night at Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, bringing exciting news for London's culinary scene. A total of ten London restaurants were awarded their first Michelin star, while two establishments elevated their status to two stars.

It is of course the coveted Michelin star, the award given to restaurants that provide outstanding cooking. Inspectors take into account five universal criteria: quality of the ingredients, harmony of flavours,

Everyone knows Michelin-star grub is top quality - although it's safe to say it costs a bit more than your usual at the local chipper. On average in Ireland, it'll run two people €285 to get a tasting menu at one of these renowned restaurants.