World’s best food cities in 2025. Is any Indian city on the list?

New Orleans, US New Orleans tops the list with Creole and Cajun flavours, vibrant jazz-filled eateries, gumbo, po’boys and soulful Southern cooking charm.

Bangkok, Thailand Bangkok has secured the second position on the list with its assortment of fine dining as well as cheap meals. From Old Town and Chinatown to steaming bowls of noodles, you will get everything. 

Medellin, Colombia The city has been ranked number three on the list with authentic Colombian dishes, vibrant street food, bandeja paisa, fresh arepas, innovative restaurants and a rich coffee culture.

Cape Town, South Africa With influences from Asia, Europe and across Africa, this city is known for packing a punch when it comes to flavour. Cape Town has secured the fourth position on the list.

Madrid, Spain This Spanish city has secured the fifth position on the list. It offers vibrant tapas bars, traditional Spanish dishes, innovative gastronomy, bustling food markets, rich flavours and a lively dining culture.

Mexico City, Mexico Mexico City blends street tacos, gourmet dining, rich culinary traditions, vibrant markets and authentic flavours, making it a top food destination. This has secured the sixth position on the list. 

Lagos, Nigeria  From Northern Nigerian smoky suya to Igbo delicacies like Ofe Nsala, a spiced white catfish soup, the city’s dynamic food scene is a testament to the country’s diverse heritage. This has been ranked in seventh position.

Shanghai, China  At the eighth position on the list is Shanghai. It offers diverse street eats, world-class dumplings, fusion cuisine, vibrant night markets and iconic dishes, making it a culinary paradise.

Paris, France At ninth position is Paris. From its iconic pastries, world-famous bakeries, Michelin-starred restaurants and artisan cheese shops to elegant bistros and a rich culinary heritage, the city is known as the world’s gourmet capital for a reason.

Jakarta, Indonesia This city has secured the tenth position on the list. It boasts vibrant street food, spicy satays, rich soto soups, nasi goreng, night markets, diverse flavours and traditional Indonesian dishes.

Mumbai, India Mumbai deserves a special mention, which has secured 14th position on the list. It is a culinary hub with street food delights, spicy chaats, seafood, vada pav, global fusion and vibrant food culture.

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