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Have Michelin “Ignored” the UK’s Best Restaurant?

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Have Michelin “Ignored” the UK’s Best Restaurant?

Why doesn’t one of the UK’s top-ranked restaurants have a Michelin star? 👀

Henry Harris says Bouchon Racine is the only restaurant in the National Restaurant Awards top ten without one, two or three Michelin stars — but it is not something that keeps him awake at night.

The restaurant is included in the Michelin Guide, and Henry says he is proud of that recognition.

His own theory? Michelin stars require a level of consistency and uniformity, while his cooking is deliberately more organic and instinctive.

Would a Michelin star change how you see Bouchon Racine?

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17 Comments

  1. Realistically how many people check the guides for places to eat? I'm not a foodie but I do like trying new places but does the guide power Google on food based searches?

  2. The only thing inconsistent is the reviewing.
    New Zealand’s recent addition have awarded stars to restaurants that are a far cry from the level needed.

  3. I’ve eaten at Bouchon Racine. It was one of the best meals I’ve had in my life, and better than the handful of Michelin star tasting menus I’ve done.

    So tasty, food you just want to eat more of. No pretentious, overly decorated small plates, just things like veal steak in Roquefort sauce – who could want more. Service is great, house red is great, atmosphere isn’t pretentious at all. Shockingly reasonable prices for the calibre of food. A night with my partner we’ll both always remember.

    HIGHLY recommend this to everyone for their special occasion in London meals.

  4. I’d prefer your approach 💯 Obviously. Michelin are only hurting themselves these days.

    The original route down to Côte d’Azur from which the guide originates, most probably cooked YOUR way besides..

  5. Still one of the greatest steaks I have laid my eyes on. Mastering the cuts – cote de beouf and steak au poivre. Always go back to watch it!

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