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LIST: MICHELIN Guide to the Philippines | Manila and Environs & Cebu 2027

Kara Santos

The second edition of the MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs & Cebu for 2027 has just been unveiled at the MICHELIN Guide Restaurant Ceremony, held at the Manila Marriott Hotel, Newport World Resorts. Up from 108 during its inaugural list in 2026, the prestigious list now features 127 establishments, including 10 MICHELIN-Starred, 31 MICHELIN Bib Gourmand (8 New, 2 Promoted), and 86 MICHELIN-Selected (18 new) restaurants across Manila, Cebu, Cavite and Pampanga.

As someone who has been going on a personal side quest to visit all the Michelin restaurants around the Philippines since the inaugural list was released last year, it was an honor to be invited to the Awarding Ceremony for the second year.

Check out the full list of new and returning Michelin recognized restaurants in Manila and Environs and Cebu below.

MICHELIN Starred Restaurants

Helm (Makati) retains its Two MICHELIN Stars, reaffirming its place among the Philippines’ most exceptional dining destinations. Reflecting Chef Josh Boutwood’s half-British, half-Filipino heritage and Spanish influences, the
restaurant continues to impress MICHELIN Inspectors with creative seasonal
menus that combine precision, bold flavors and meticulous presentation.
Constantly evolving yet consistently refined, the dining experience is further
elevated by the open-kitchen setting and warm, professional service.

Makati-based restaurant FLOW made its debut with One MICHELIN Star. Through carefully crafted dishes, thoughtful technique and a clear culinary vision. FLOW, led by Chef Kevin Jonathan Uy, impressed Inspectors with cooking of notable quality that merits a stop. The restaurant exemplifies the creativity and ambition increasingly found throughout the Philippine dining scene, while remaining grounded in local ingredients and flavors.

The 2027 selection highlights the consistency and excellence of the Philippines’
leading dining destinations, as all previously awarded MICHELIN-Starred
restaurants successfully retain their distinctions.

The full list of 10 Michelin Starred restaurants:

Michelin Bib Gourmand

The MICHELIN Bib Gourmand recognition highlights Outstanding Quality and Value. The 2027 MICHELIN Bib Gourmand selection continues to showcase the breadth and accessibility of Philippine dining culture, with 31 establishments, including 8 new additions and 2 promotions this year.

Recognizing restaurants that offer high-quality food at a moderate price point, the category spans traditional Filipino favorites, regional specialties and contemporary concepts, reflecting the diversity, generosity and everyday appeal that make dining in the Philippines so rewarding. Notably, several entries from Pampanga made the list this year.

The new MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurants in the Philippines are:

The restaurants retaining their Bib Gourmand status are:

MICHELIN-Selected Restaurants

The MICHELIN-Selected category now includes 86 restaurants, with 18
establishments newly added to the selection. From neighborhood favorites and
family-run institutions to ambitious chef-led concepts, these restaurants offer
diners an extensive range of culinary experiences across different cuisines, styles and price points, illustrating the growing depth and variety of the Philippine dining scene.

The new MICHELIN-Selected restaurants in the Philippines are:

The Michelin Selected restaurants retaining their status are:

MICHELIN Special Awards recognize exceptional professionals

In addition to restaurant distinctions, the MICHELIN Special Awards celebrate
talented individuals whose passion, skill and dedication contribute to memorable dining experiences.

In 2027, four individuals are recognized for their contributions to Filipino
hospitality, including the introduction of the MICHELIN Opening of the Year
Award, presented for the first time in the Philippines. The award recognizes
individuals and teams behind the successful opening of a dining venue within the past 12 months, honoring a creative dining concept and culinary approach that has made a notable impact on the local gastronomic scene.

Filipino flavors at the forefront

For the second edition of the Guide, MICHELIN Inspectors observed a Philippine dining scene growing in confidence, diversity and culinary identity. Chefs are drawing inspiration from local ingredients, traditions and regional heritage, while a new generation of talent continues to elevate the country’s gastronomic landscape. Filipino cuisine emerged as a defining strength of this year’s selection, accounting for nearly 60% of newly selected establishments and reflecting a growing pride in the nation’s culinary culture.

“The Philippines continues to impress with the way its culinary scene is evolving while remaining deeply connected to its roots. Our Inspectors found chefs expressing a growing confidence in showcasing local ingredients, traditions and regional flavors, while bringing fresh perspectives and creativity to their craft. The result is a dining landscape that is increasingly diverse, distinctive and reflective of the country’s rich gastronomic heritage,” said Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide.

The full MICHELIN Guide Manila and Environs & Cebu 2027 Restaurant Selection is available on the MICHELIN Guide website and app, where users can research restaurants via their locations, cuisine types or additional features.

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