Michelin Left for 17 Years. When It Came Back, Every Star Was European.

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Published Oct 15, 2026

The Michelin Guide Las Vegas has returned after a 17-year absence, but the results are far leaner than expected.

Michelin officially returned to the city in August 2026, yet the new list tells a story of contraction rather than growth. While previous iterations of the guide recognized 17 restaurants, this latest release awarded Michelin stars to only four locations. Yikes!

2 Stars: Joël Robuchon (MGM Grand)
1 Star: L'Atelier De Joël Robuchon (MGM Grand), Guy Savoy (Caesars), and é by José Andrés (Cosmopolitan)

Even notable spots like Wing Lei received a "Recommendation" but missed out on a star entirely. This discrepancy between past expectations and the current list forces a re-evaluation of how Las Vegas restaurants are judged by international critics. Double standard?

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