Caption Options. Last year's star revelation saw Germany's total number of starred restaurants increase to 326—a record high for the country. In 2023, that number rose to 334 total restaurants. Behind France, Japan, and Italy, respectively, Germany houses the fourth most Michelin stars in the world.

Probably the most renowned Bremen speciality is "Kohl und Pinkel" – a generous dish of kale (known locally as "Grünkohl", which means green cabbage), accompanied by Kasseler (smoked pork), Bauchspeck (belly pork) and Pinkel (sausage).

Worthy restaurants are rated on a system of one to three stars, but the process of attaining Michelin stars remains highly secretive, with specially trained Michelin inspectors paying anonymous visits to restaurants and submitting meticulous reports rating the service, decor and, of course, the cuisine.