The Resy Guide to the 2025 Michelin South Winners

Louisiana

Meaning ‘grandfather’ in Hebrew, chef Alon Shaya’s Israeli restaurant offers novel twists on classics, like a blue crab with lemon butter and satisfyingly charred pita bread moments from the oven. Dips, salads and grilled dishes abound, and there’s an inviting dining room and spacious outdoor patio for fine weather.

South Carolina

Chef Joe Cash returned to his hometown to open Scoundrel, blending French culinary technique with an appreciation for seasonality and the state’s bounty. The menu veers from classic steak frites with duck fat fries, to a plate of Hokkaido scallops enlivened with local peaches and vin jaune.

Georgia

Retaining its star after a 2024 debut, this omakase counter within Brush Sushi proffers twenty courses of sheer perfection, courtesy of chef Jason Liang and his team.

Atsushi “Art” Hayakawa’s little jewel box of a place — freshly relocated from Buford Highway to the Star Metals district and downsized to just eight seat — remains a must for sushi lovers. His 16-course omakase remains one of the most delightful culinary journeys around.

Spring’s ever-changing menu plays to the tune of the seasons, and chef Brian So shows no shortage of creativity. The restaurant beautifully extracts the flavors of the South using French techniques, and ties it all up with a genuinely warm environment that’s deserving of its retained one Michelin star rating for 2025.

Because acclaimed Atlanta baker Erika Council’s beloved biscuits emporium is just as excellent as ever. Come for biscuit sandwiches and brunch plates worth waking up for — and speaking of biscuits, don’t miss the black pepper bacon version.

Chef-owner Jarrett Stieber considers his cooking approach to be a little punk, so expect a menu that’s creative and full of sass. Stieber and his team work mainly with local farmers, so the dishes change often but you can always count on them being plant-forward (don’t worry, carnivores, there are still plenty of meats to choose from).

Tennessee

Mixing Italian cooking with Southern influences, this Brookhaven Circle institution is as popular for its perfectly charred Neapolitan pies pulled hot from a wood-burning oven as it is for the kitchen’s finesse with small plates. Desserts are as satisfying as entrees, with a chef’s touch on classic pies and puddings that can conjure childhood memories in a single bite.

Alabama

Located on historic Morris Avenue, this eclectic neighborhood bistro is owner Kristen Hall’s love letter for French food and wine, with an ever-changing menu designed to complement a robust wine list and memorable desserts. Dishes lean classic with impeccable execution — a seasonal galette might spotlight sweet potatoes, paired to a pecan pistou and goat’s cheese, while potato pavé with whipped ranch and caviar is a must-order.

The live fire traditions of South America blend with Southern hospitality at Chris and Idie Hasting’s acclaimed Birmingham restaurant. Classics like devilled eggs receive a twist with anchovy breadcrumbs and espelette, while whole chicken and fish are both specialities that deserve to be shared.

A love of Southern flavors with the lightness of a farm-to-table approach define the experience at this well-regarded restaurant in downtown Mobile. An elegant plate of handmade pasta might spotlight local pork accompanied by a bounty of late summer peas and squash, while Marsh Hen Mills shrimp and grits with blue crab shows the kitchen’s love of traditional fare.