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Alinea loses its third Michelin star, ending a 14-year streak, leaving Smyth as Chicago’s sole three-star restaurant.
Chicago’s Alinea has been downgraded from three to two stars in the 2025 Michelin Guide, ending its streak since the guide’s Chicago launch in 2011.
Chef Grant Achatz announced the change on Instagram, expressing disappointment but reaffirming the restaurant’s commitment to innovation.
The decision leaves Smyth as Chicago’s only three-star restaurant.
The update, part of the guide’s annual review, reflects evolving evaluations of dining experiences, though discrepancies in online listings have raised questions about timing and transparency.
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Alinea pierde su tercera estrella Michelin, poniendo fin a una racha de 14 años, dejando a Smyth como único restaurante de tres estrellas de Chicago.