One star, two stars, three stars

Michelin only evaluates restaurants, and there is no grade for chefs. The grade of the chef is reflected by the grade of the Michelin restaurant. One star means excellent cooking, so you might as well give it a try; two stars means excellent cooking, worth a special visit; three stars means excellent cooking, worth a special visit. Michelin's highest standard is three stars, and because this is the highest standard, it is also where many chefs and practitioners want to work.

Michelin-starred restaurants in China

Michelin-starred three-star restaurant: Tang Pavilion in Shanghai.

Michelin two-star restaurants: Joel Robuchon Gourmet, Xiyue No. 8, ultra violet, Yi Long Pavilion, Yong Fu Hui, Imperial Treasure House.

Michelin one-star restaurants: Sir Elis, Dadong (International Plaza), Dadong Sea Cucumber Shop (Yueyang Plaza), Madam Goose (Xinzhuang), Phoenix, Fu Hehui, Jiaquan Qifu (Kerry Centre), Jinxuan, Lao Ganbei, Lao Zhengxing.

The difference between Michelin and Black Pearl

1. Different selections

Michelin’s selection is mainly based on “self-operated” reviewers + professional training. The Black Pearl restaurant selection is divided into three parts: the board of directors, the jury and the special consultants.

2. Different contents

There are 5 judging dimensions for Michelin restaurants, namely the ingredients on the plate, food preparation skills and the fusion of tastes. The Black Pearl restaurant has 3 judging dimensions. each, including cooking level, experience and inheritance and innovation (cultural inheritance, innovation and integration).

3. Different star ratings

Michelin restaurants have three stars, two stars, and one star respectively, while Black Pearl restaurants have three diamonds, two diamonds, and one diamond respectively.