Three Austin barbeque restaurants received a Michelin Star, and were included in Michelin's first Texas Guide.

Usually, one star isn't a good look for restaurants. But in the famed Michelin Guide, the distinction means a restaurant is top tier. Here are the Houston restaurants being celebrated.

With 15 newly minted Michelin Stars, Texas—renowned for its stellar barbecuse, Tex-Mex and tacos–has now officially been recognized as an international culinary hub.