We've already given you a glimpse of how the inspection process works, but now we want to peel back the curtain a little more to give you additional insight into what's going through the minds of our famously anonymous inspectors. The easiest way to do that? Following one of their Twitter accounts (Chicago, New York or San Francisco) or staying up to date with their latest Instagram posts. And yes, these are real inspectors sharing their personal thoughts.
New year, same inspectors.
Everybody is making #NewYearResolutions like eating less and losing weight—except me. I’m contractually obligated to do the exact opposite #lifeofaninspector #HappyNewYear2018
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideCH) January 3, 2018
But it could be worse.
Another year down and I'm still slimmer than #Bibendum - here's hoping that #2018 brings as many great #meals as #2017
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideSF) January 3, 2018
Who doesn't love great scallion pancakes?
Found at #SzechuanGourmet - sublime #scallion #pancakes as delicate as #patefeuilletee #Bibgourmand
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideNY) January 24, 2018
*Books trip to San Francisco to visit flour + water.*
No one likes cold butter.
PSA: please #temper your #butter before #serving - no one likes to spread ice cold butter on a piece of bread #breadservice
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideCH) January 24, 2018
Schwa knows how to party.
The host at #Schwa #Chicago told me that it's #BYOB and then suggested "one bottle per person" #LetThePartyBegin #onestar
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideCH) January 16, 2018
Is Hakkasan worth the high price tag?
Yes, the prices at @HakkasanNY are so sky-high that vertigo is not unlikely, but that black truffle #roastduck is truly something special!
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideNY) January 4, 2018
Pea panna cotta? We're intrigued.
Go to Cotenna for a special experience.
There’s something wonderfully secretive about @cotennanyc and that makes it feel all the more special #italianfood ##bibgourmand
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideNY) January 23, 2018
Can kindness makeup for service mishaps?
The team @RoosterHarlem were so charming we almost forgave them for bringing the appetizers and entrées all at the same time. Almost.
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideNY) January 17, 2018
The importance of acoustics in New York City dining rooms.
The wailing of a baby in the middle of @porterhouse_ny somehow blended into the buzzy excitement of the room – it’s all about the #acoustics people!
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideNY) January 13, 2018
Looks like a visit to Mr. Taka is needed.
Living a double life is hard.
My pulse quickens every time I run into a former colleague when dining out. Instead of #cooking in the back with them, I'm living a #secret #lifeofaninspector
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideCH) January 25, 2018
Who else likes Spam?
Got a few stares when the dishes kept coming @Liholihoclub but still I couldn’t resist an order of the #spam #ieattoomuch
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideSF) January 10, 2018
Glad to see that the inspectors have a healthy sense of humor.
“We also offer all-you-can-eat sushi.” Thank you. My immune system and I will see ourselves out.
— Michelin Guide (@MichelinGuideCH) January 19, 2018
Image courtesy of Daria Nepriakhina/Flickr.
