Michelin Plate and Michelin Restaurant are two different awards awarded by the Michelin Guide to evaluate the quality and performance of restaurants. They have the following differences:

1. Michelin Plate: Michelin Plate is an honorary title from the Michelin Guide, used to recognize restaurants that perform well in the restaurant field. The Michelin Plate is not an independent award, but a mark included in the guide's recommended list. It means that the restaurant's dishes are carefully prepared, taste great and provide a unique dining experience.

2. Michelin Restaurant: Michelin Restaurant is one of the highest-level awards in the Michelin Guide. It is used to recognize restaurants that demonstrate excellence in cuisine, creativity, service and dining experience. Michelin restaurant ratings are divided into one star, two stars and three stars, which respectively represent different levels and quality of the restaurant. The Michelin star award is a very important honor for restaurants and is also the focus of attention from the public and food critics. In general, the Michelin Plate is a recommendation mark that represents the quality and performance of a restaurant; while the Michelin Restaurant is a recognition of specific restaurants that further excel in cuisine and dining experience, with different levels of star ratings . Whether it's a Michelin Plate or a Michelin Restaurant, it's all part of the Michelin Guide's rating system to help diners find outstanding restaurants.