The Michelin Guide has introduced a dedicated "Street Food Star" category for the first time, recognizing 50 street food vendors across the United States who deliver exceptional cuisine without traditional restaurant settings.

Honorees

Winners include a Los Angeles taco cart, a New Orleans po'boy stand, a New York halal cart, and a Portland food truck serving Vietnamese pho. Judges evaluated flavor, technique, consistency, and ingredient quality.

Industry Impact

The recognition elevates street food to fine dining status and highlights how America's best food is increasingly found outside traditional restaurants.