Goldee’s BBQ near Kennedale was awarded a “Michelin Bib Gourmand” award and described as “absolutely worth the hours-long wait.” Smoke’N Ash in Arlington was also ranked “Recommended.” It mixes classic Texas barbecue with Ethiopian dishes featuring pulled lamb or lentil stews.

Austin had the biggest night of the four major Texas metro areas represented at the ceremony. Houston had the second largest one-star contingency.