California’s dining scene has a reason to celebrate, with several establishments, particularly San Francisco restaurants, earning top honors on this year’s James Beard Awards.
The James Beard Foundation announced the list of winners of its 2026 Restaurant and Chef Awards on June 15. The award ceremony was held at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
The prestigious annual awards celebrate top culinary talent across the U.S., recognizing the people and establishments that influence the country’s dining culture…