James Beard Awards 2025 Nominees 2025. The 2025 restaurant and chef award semifinalists. Chicago’s dining scene is marking the 35th anniversary of the coveted james beard awards in a big way, with 22 semifinalist nominations for 2025 restaurant and chef awards.
Today, we are proud to announce the 2025 restaurant and chef award semifinalists for the james beard awards® presented by capital one. More than a dozen chefs and restaurants specializing in pizza are semifinalists for the 2025 james beard awards, according to list of nominees posted tuesday.