The French Laundry
In Residence
Ara Jo
Chef
- 01CuisineFrench-Californian Fine Dining
- 02CityYountville, United States
- 03RecognitionThree Michelin Stars
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Recommended by
2 trusted voices point here.
- 3 Michelin Stars · Michelin Guide
- World's 50 Best · #1 · World's 50 Best Restaurants
- Wine Spectator · Tier 3
- Michelin 3 Stars · 2026
- Les Grandes Tables du Monde Member · 2026
- Star Wine List · 2026
- Relais Chateaux Award · 2026
- La Liste Top Restaurants: 97pts · 2026
- Forbes 5-Star · 2026
- Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Ranked #18 · 2026
- Wine Spectator Grand Award · 2026
- Relais Chateaux Award · 2025
- La Liste Top Restaurants: 97pts · 2025
- Forbes 5-Star · 2025
- AAA 5 Diamond · 2025
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Questions
Frequently asked
What recognition does The French Laundry hold?
The French Laundry holds 3 Michelin stars and a place on the World's 50 Best list at number 1.
Who works at The French Laundry?
Made By profiles Ara Jo (Chef de Cuisine), James Costello (Estate Gardener) and Jamie Houghton (Pastry Chef) at The French Laundry.
How expensive is The French Laundry?
The French Laundry is listed at a price level of $$$$.
Where is The French Laundry and what does it serve?
The French Laundry is in Yountville, Yountville, serving French-Californian Fine Dining.
The field
How it compares
| Place | Awards | Cuisine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The French Laundry | Michelin 3 Stars, World's 50 Best #1 | French-Californian Fine Dining | Yountville, $$$$ |
| Arpège | Michelin 3 Stars, World's 50 Best | Vegetable-Focused French Fine Dining | Paris |
| Bouchon Bistro | · | French Bistro | Yountville |
| Den | Michelin 2 Stars, World's 50 Best | Modern Japanese Kaiseki | Tokyo |
| Eleven Madison Park | Michelin 3 Stars, World's 50 Best | Contemporary Plant-Based Fine Dining | New York City |
| L'Enclume | Michelin 3 Stars | Modern British Farm-to-Table | Cartmel |
| Mirazur | Michelin 3 Stars, World's 50 Best | Modern French Fine Dining | Menton |
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