James Beard Recognition

Twelve James Beard wins in this group, from Vetri Cucina's 2005 win to Kalaya and Royal Sushi & Izakaya taking it in 2026. Friday Saturday Sunday tops our list with a Michelin One Star, a 2023 Beard win, and a 50 Best nod. Recognition isn't our rating — six of these 56 hit Delicious as F*ck, but plenty land lower on our scale despite the hardware. Read the badges, then read our tier before you book.