Three Bay Area Restaurants Take New Michelin Stars

Three Bay Area restaurants earned new stars at the 2025 Michelin Guide California ceremony, held on June 25 in Sacramento, strengthening the region’s influence in fine dining.

San Francisco’s Kiln moved up to two stars, marking a major achievement for chef John Wesley and his team. They specialize in fermentation-driven cuisine that relies on techniques like curing and aging.

Meanwhile, across the Bay, Sun Moon Studio in Oakland secured its first Michelin star. Chefs Alan Hsu and Sarah Cooper lead the restaurant with a seasonal tasting menu that ties California-grown ingredients to exacting technique. Their recognition makes Sun Moon Studio just the second Michelin-starred restaurant in Oakland, alongside Commis.

Further north, Enclos in Sonoma debuted with two stars and earned a Green Star for its sustainable practices. Chef Brian Limoges guides the kitchen with a focus on precision and low-impact sourcing. Speaking after the awards, Limoges said, “I’m so proud to bring it home for the community of Sonoma and the McQuowns… and all they’ve created.”

Importantly, no Bay Area restaurants lost two- or three-star honors this year. However, Chez TJ in Mountain View dropped from the list, and San Francisco’s Osito closed its doors earlier in 2025.

Kiln (San Francisco)

Kiln serves a modern tasting menu inspired by Nordic preservation methods, including fermenting and curing. Chef John Wesley centers the experience around seasonal California produce.

Two Michelin Stars
Address: 141 Gough St, San Francisco
Website: https://kilnsf.com

Sun Moon Studio (Oakland)

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Chefs Alan Hsu and Sarah Cooper design a seasonal tasting menu grounded in local produce and influenced by their cultural roots.

One Michelin Star
Address: 4055 Telegraph Ave, Oakland
Website: https://www.sunmoonstudio.com/

Enclos (Sonoma)

Located on the Stone Edge Farm estate, Enclos focuses on sustainable fine dining. Chef Brian Limoges earned two stars and a Green Star by pairing high-end technique with eco-conscious sourcing.

Two Michelin Stars + Green Star
Address: 21692 8th St E, Sonoma
Website: https://enclos-sonoma.com/

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