Italy’s Michelin Guide for 2025, unveiled in Modena, has awarded stars to 33 new restaurants, marking the 70th edition of the prestigious culinary guide.
Lombardy led the accolades, with nine restaurants earning stars, followed by Emilia-Romagna, Piedmont, and Veneto.
The list of three-Michelin-starred restaurants in Italy expanded to 14, with Verona’s Casa Perbellini ai 12 Apostoli joining the exclusive group, celebrated for offering “exceptional cuisine” worthy of a national or international journey. All 13 of Italy’s previously three-starred restaurants retained their status, including renowned names such as Villa Crespi, Osteria Francescana, Piazza Duomo, and La Pergola.
With 33 new one-star restaurants added to the guide, Italy’s culinary reputation continues to flourish. The new guide lists 38 two-starred restaurants, with two new entries, and confirms 14 three-starred venues. Alongside the prestigious stars, the ‘Michelin Green Star’ recognised 69 restaurants for sustainable cuisine, and the ‘Bib Gourmand’ category honoured 250 establishments for quality dining at moderate prices. In total, the guide’s 2025 selection features 1,983 remarkable dining spots across the country, solidifying Italy’s status as a prime destination for culinary tourism.
Economic impact of cuisine on regional tourism
The 2025 Michelin Guide launch not only spotlighted Italy’s finest restaurants but also highlighted the significant economic impact of starred cuisine on regional tourism. According to a survey by JFC, titled “Taste Tourism: Economic Impact of Michelin-Starred Restaurants on the National Territory,” Emilia-Romagna’s starred dining establishments generated an estimated €28.5 million in revenue in 2023. Modena led this contribution with €8.1 million, followed by Bologna at €5.9 million and Forlì-Cesena with €4.2 million.
“The presentation of the Michelin Guide always represents an event of great prestige and media impact,” said Regional Councillor for Tourism Andrea Corsini. “We are thrilled to host it for the fourth time in a region that takes pride in its culinary heritage, from Alma, the International School of Cuisine in Colorno, and Parma—UNESCO’s Creative City of Gastronomy—to renowned ambassadors like Massimo Bottura and other Michelin-starred chefs in the region, as well as Casa Artusi in Forlimpopoli. Food has increasingly become a reason for travel, and as the JFC survey confirms, starred cuisine drives economic growth across our territory, benefiting tourism as well.”
