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

Seven Austin restaurants made history this week, crowned among the first One MICHELIN Star establishments to be awarded in the Lone Star State.

Michelin released its Texas guide on Monday, and seven Austin restaurants earned stars. Why it matters: A Michelin Guide endorsement brings restaurants international acclaim. How it works: A group of anonymous inspectors judged restaurants on the quality of ingredients,