Michelin Guide Main Cities of Europe 2020 is Released

The 39th selection of the Michelin Guide Main Cities of Europe has been announced, with the cities of Kraców and Ljubljana receiving their first-ever stars.

The guide, which covers 39 cities in 23 countries and recommends over 1,850 restaurants, this year includes four new three-star restaurants, 13 new two-star restaurants and 52 new one-star restaurants.

In Poland's picturesque city of Kraców, Bottiglieria 1881 was awarded the city's first-ever Michelin star. In Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia, restaurant Atelje, under chef Jorg Zupan, also received its first star. 

Gwendal Poullennec, international director of the Michelin guides said: “After the challenges of the last three months, I am delighted that the delayed launch of the Michelin Guide Main Cities of Europe 2020 coincides with the gradual reopening of restaurants across Europe following a relaxation of restrictions implemented during the pandemic."

Main Cities of Europe Michelin Guide 2020 Summary:

24 Three Star restaurants, including 4 new additions
95 Two Star restaurants, including 13 new additions
380 One Star restaurants, including 52 new additions
253 Bib Gourmand restaurants, including 41 new additions