there are a LOT of cities/countries with michelin
seems the last michelin for LA was 2008/2009

current michelin chicago list >
http://www.chicagomag.com/dining-dri...-Star-Ratings/
map of michelin chicago >
http://chicago.eater.com/maps/chicag...rants-mapped-2
17 one star - this lists cheapest 8 entree average - $23 to $44
https://www.thrillist.com/eat/chicag...w-york-options

AAA and forbes/mobil are really not comparable to michelin

enviroian, im sure there are some casual/inexpensive michelin that would appeal, but maybe only overseas
and things like dress codes are becoming increasingly less common even at some very expensive restaurants