Scotland gains two new Michelin star restaurants in 2026 ceremony for UK and Ireland

A total of 1,210 restaurants – including 230 Starred ones – were included in the selection, with all Three-Michelin-Star establishments retaining their distinction.

The London dining scene continued to excel, with two restaurants receiving Two Stars.

Across the selection, 20 eateries received One Michelin Star. Thirty-seven new Bib Gourmands were awarded for restaurants offering good food at a great price. Seven new Green Stars - including three in Scotland - were given for outstanding commitment to a more responsible approach to gastronomy.

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Scotland is now home to two new One Star restaurants - 1887 at The Torridon in Wester Ross and Killiecrankie House in Perthshire.

Reacting to the coveted award, Thomas Tsappis of Killiecrankie House said: “We’re really chuffed. We’re a tiny restaurant in the Scottish Highlands. We’re delighted.”

Speaking to The Scotsman after winning, Mr Tsappis said: “It’s our first service on Wednesday, what a way to start the year. We’re four years old, we’re a baby restaurant so it’s really nice.”

Of Killiecrankie House, the inspectors said: “This attractive whitewashed former manse in the Cairngorms National Park has been transformed into a true dining destination with a personality of its own. Start in the elegant bar, with one of the fine selection of Scottish and Japanese whiskies, before heading to the Nordic-style dining room for the main event.

“A surprise tasting menu fuses Scottish produce, including some from their garden, with Japanese techniques, enhancing the ingredients to brilliant effect. The house-made oat tofu is a prime example, served with a lip-smacking fermented cream sauce with broad beans and chilli.”

Head chef Danny Young of 1887 at The Torridon told The Scotsman after his win: “It’s amazing. It just shows all the hard work we’ve been doing over the last couple of years. It represents us as a team but it also represents the farmers, the producers, the amazing people we have in the Highlands.”

Of 1887 at The Torridon, the Michelin inspectors said: “Situated on the banks of Upper Loch Torridon with majestic mountains in the background and manicured gardens outside, this vibrantly decorated restaurant inside The Torridon hotel is in a truly stunning location.

“Exceptional Highlands produce is the bedrock of superbly balanced dishes that could be either classic or original in their make-up: from day-boat John Dory with a sublime roast chicken sauce, to the clever combination of white chocolate and rocket with preserved brambles. An extensive global whisky collection adds to the appeal.”

Three Scottish restaurants were awarded Green Stars for sustainability; these were 1887 at The Torridon, Timberyard in Edinburgh and The Free Company in Balerno. The Michelin Exceptional Cocktail Award went to Alasdair Shaw from Sebb’s in Glasgow.