In alphabetical order, the seven L.A. area restaurants are as follows, with full inspector notes available via Michelin’s official press release. All restaurants are within city limits unless otherwise specified; we’ve linked to Time Out’s write-ups for each, and noted our own star designations with brackets.

On March 12, Michelin added seven LA restaurants (with 15 total added in the entire state) to its Michelin Guide California Selections. All seven restaurants are listed on the Michelin Guide as “new” and “recommended,” and could receive a coveted Michelin star later in the year.

A classic restaurant is like a classic car. They’re familiar to lots of people, often endearingly imperfect, and there's a good chance you'll see Jay Leno sitting in one. A true classic restaurant isn't just a place with a lot of years under its belt,