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Anyone who loves food and travel will be familiar with the Michelin Guide. Launched in 1900, it has become the ultimate dining bible for global travellers and local foodies looking for the best tables across Europe, Asia and North America. Last year, Michelin announced its expansion into New Zealand for mid-2026 – and now, it’s unveiled its next chapter in South Australia.
That’s right: the Michelin Guide is making its long-awaited Aussie debut, launching in South Australia in 2027. Thanks to its dense concentration of world-class wine regions, proximity between producers and restaurants, and non-stop calendar of gastronomic events, the state has firmly proved itself worthy of any international foodie bucket list.
“South Australia offers an impressive diversity of culinary expressions within a single destination,” said Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guide. “The strength of its identity lies in the freedom chefs enjoy defining their own voice, guided by outstanding produce, a strong relationship to the land and a confident openness to global influences. Our Inspectors were struck by the authenticity and personality of the region’s dining culture, and we are delighted to spotlight South Australia on the Michelin Guide stage.”
The inaugural restaurant selection of the Michelin Guide South Australia 2027 will be revealed in October 2026, putting local venues under the scrutiny of the same anonymous inspectors who award stars in Italy, France and Japan. Every plate is evaluated across five universal criteria: ingredient quality, technical mastery, harmony of flavours, personality of the cuisine and consistency.
Stars are then awarded, with one Michelin star recognising ‘high-quality cooking that is worth a stop’, two stars signifying ‘excellent cooking that is worth a detour’, and three stars signifying ‘exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey’.
We’re excited to celebrate all the South Australian restaurants spotlighted in the nation’s first-ever Michelin Guide – and are already planning our road trip to tick them all off. Stay tuned for the big reveal in October!