Emmer & Rye has been recognized by the Michelin Guide with a Green Star for sustainability and a Bib Gourmand, and has received national attention from Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, The New York Times, and Forbes. Our kitchen team has been nominated by the James Beard Foundation and named among Austin's most influential in shaping how the city eats. Below is a selection of press coverage.

Michelin Green Star and Bib Award 2024, 2025

Travel Awaits - 7 Fabulous Downtown Austin Restaurants You Need To Try

Austin American-Statesman - These 25 iconic dishes give a taste of Austin dining then and now

Forbes - The Top Restaurants In Texas, According To The Michelin Guide

CBS Austin - Austin leads with Michelin green stars, pioneers in local sourcing and sustainability

Austin American-Statesman - What's the best dish in Austin? Votes are in for the Statesman's bracket and the winner is...

Food & Wine - Best New Chefs Austin Restaurant Guide: Emmer & Rye

James Beard Finalist, Best Chef Texas Kevin Fink (2020)

The New York Times - A Restaurant Grows in Austin

FOOD & Wine - Kevin Fink of Austin’s Emmer & Rye is a 2016 F&W Best New Chef

Austin American-Statesman - #1 Restaurant in Austin: Emmer & Rye

Bon Appetit - America's Best New Restaurants