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Travel essentials Indulging in delightful cuisines is a must

For restaurants and chefs, earning Michelin stars is a prestigious honor. The introduction of the Michelin star grading system to Kaohsiung in 2022 grants the audience access to information about not only starred restaurants offering gourmet cuisine but also "Michelin Selected" establishments recognized for their high-class food ingredients and excellent culinary skills, as well as "Bib Gourmand" restaurants known for providing excellent value for delectable dishes. This prestigious recognition has immortalized the local delicacies of Kaohsiung, enticing both domestic and international tourists to savor every dish in this local culinary feast.
The Starred Delicacies

The Starred Delicacies

MICHELIN STAR

MICHELIN STAR

The “Michelin Star” represents the prestigious honor at the pinnacle of the culinary world. Its main grading criteria include the "quality of the ingredients used", "mastery of flavor and cooking techniques", "personality of the chef reflected in the cuisine", "value for money", and "consistency between visits", which ensures that dishes are served at the same high level during every visit.
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    Liberté 餐點

    2-Star Michelin Restaurants Michelin Star

    Liberté

    Originating from Tokyo, “Liberté” is a fine dining restaurant in Kaohsiung. Chef Takeda Kenji, who has previously worked in France, excels at combining local ingredients, and characteristic seasonings, as well as precise fire control and time management skills. His talent infuses each dish with vibrant colors and abundant layers, presenting subtle variations with the seasons and truly making them culinary classics.

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    承Sho

    1-Star Michelin Restaurants Michelin Star

    Sho

    With the prestigious Michelin one-star recognition, "Sho", renowned as the first sister restaurant of "Den" outside Japan, is a fine dining establishment that commands great attention. Its exquisite classic dishes seamlessly intertwine with the chef's lively and playful personality, expertly bringing forth the characteristics of Taiwan’s local food ingredients.

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    Haili

    1-Star Michelin Restaurants Michelin Star

    Haili

    This new restaurant boasts its French cuisine infused with the spirit of Japanese culinary traditions. Chef William, who previously worked at various Michelin-starred restaurants such as STAY by Yannick Alléno, RAW, and logy, has melded and refined his skills in both Japanese and French culinary styles. His inaugural restaurant in Kaohsiung has earned recognition from the Michelin Guide, successfully bringing Michelin-starred delicacies to the people of Kaohsiung.

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Michelin Green Star

Michelin Green Star

Michelin Green Star

Michelin Green Star

The Michelin Green Star is an annual award which highlights restaurants at the forefront of the industry when it comes to their sustainable practices. They hold themselves accountable for both their ethical and environmental standards, and work with sustainable producers and suppliers to avoid waste and reduce or even remove plastic and other non-recyclable materials from their supply chain.
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    Thomas Chien

    Michelin Green Star Green Star Michelin Restaurants

    Thomas Chien

    Chien Tien-tsai (Thomas Chien), renowned as “The Southern Overlord of French Cuisine” by the media, established “THOMAS CHIEN Restaurant” under his English name in 2012. Infused with a unique style, this French restaurant highlights the beauty of Taiwan’s local ingredients using skillful French culinary techniques, with a special focus on the delicacy and freshness of seafood from southern Taiwan.

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Bib Gourmand

Bib Gourmand

Bib Gourmand

Bib Gourmand

The “Bib Gourmand” highlights delectable dishes offering great value for a price of less than NT$1,000. The selected restaurants mostly feature Taiwanese cuisine, local specialties, as well as Vietnamese and Thai dishes, allowing customers to enjoy high-quality dining experiences at affordable prices.
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Michelin Selected(Non-ranked)

Michelin Selected (Non-ranked)

“Michelin Selected” restaurants refer to those that not only use high-quality ingredients but also showcase exceptional culinary skills. These establishments have the potential to earn Michelin stars or be recognized as a Bib Gourmand restaurant. The star-level delicacies await your discovery.
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