The World's 60 Best Cities to Savor and Sip

Best Cities to Eat and Drink

1. Tokyo, Japan - Known for its fresh sushi and sashimi, Tokyo offers a wide range of Japanese cuisine including ramen, tempura, and yakitori. Beverages: sake, green tea.
2. Paris, France - Home to world-class patisseries and restaurants, Paris is known for dishes like escargot, croissants, and coq au vin. Beverages: wine, café au lait.
3. Bangkok, Thailand - Offering a variety of street food and fine dining, Bangkok is known for dishes like pad Thai, green curry, and mango sticky rice. Beverages: Thai iced tea, Singha beer.
4. Istanbul, Turkey - A fusion of European and Middle Eastern flavors, Istanbul is famous for kebabs, baklava, and meze platters. Beverages: Turkish tea, raki.
5. New York City, USA - A melting pot of cuisines, NYC is known for pizza, bagels, and hot dogs. Beverages: Manhattan cocktail, egg cream.
6. Barcelona, Spain - Famed for its tapas, paella, and seafood, Barcelona offers a taste of Catalan cuisine. Beverages: sangria, cava.
7. Rome, Italy - Home of pasta and gelato, Rome is known for dishes like carbonara, cacio e pepe, and tiramisu. Beverages: espresso, limoncello.
8. London, UK - Showcasing a variety of international and British dishes, London is famous for fish and chips, Sunday roast, and afternoon tea. Beverages: English ale, Pimm's Cup.
9. Mexico City, Mexico - Known for its rich flavors and spices, Mexico City offers dishes like tacos al pastor, chiles en nogada, and tamales. Beverages: mezcal, horchata.
10. Mumbai, India - Offering a mix of regional Indian cuisines, Mumbai is known for dishes like vada pav, pav bhaji, and biryani. Beverages: masala chai, Kingfisher beer.
11. Lima, Peru - A blend of indigenous and international flavors, Lima is famous for ceviche, anticuchos, and lomo saltado. Beverages: Pisco sour, Inca Kola.
12. Melbourne, Australia - Showcasing a diverse range of cuisines, Melbourne is known for dishes like avocado toast, meat pies, and lamingtons. Beverages: flat white, Victoria Bitter beer.
13. Hong Kong - A food lover's paradise, Hong Kong is famous for dim sum, roast goose, and egg tarts. Beverages: milk tea, Tsingtao beer.
14. Buenos Aires, Argentina - Known for its quality beef, Buenos Aires offers dishes like empanadas, choripán, and asado. Beverages: Malbec wine, mate.
15. Beirut, Lebanon - Famed for its meze, falafel, and tabbouleh, Beirut offers a taste of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Beverages: arak, Lebanese wine.
16. New Orleans, USA - Known for its Creole and Cajun cuisine, New Orleans is famous for gumbo, jambalaya, and beignets. Beverages: Sazerac, Hurricane cocktail.
17. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Showcasing a mix of African, European, and indigenous influences, Rio is known for feijoada, churrasco, and acarajé. Beverages: caipirinha, guaraná.
18. Singapore - A melting pot of Asian cuisines, Singapore is famous for dishes like Hainanese chicken rice, laksa, and chili crab. Beverages: Singapore Sling, Tiger beer.
19. Copenhagen, Denmark - Known for its New Nordic cuisine, Copenhagen offers dishes like smørrebrød, frikadeller, and Danish pastries. Beverages: Carlsberg beer, aquavit.
20. Marrakech, Morocco - Famed for its tagines, couscous, and pastilla, Marrakech showcases the flavors of North African cuisine. Beverages: Moroccan mint tea, Atlas beer.
21. Charleston, USA - Home to traditional Southern cuisine, Charleston is known for dishes like shrimp and grits, she-crab soup, and fried chicken. Beverages: sweet tea, bourbon.
22. Sydney, Australia - Known for its diverse dining scene, Sydney offers dishes like fish and chips, barramundi, and pavlova. Beverages: Australian wine, Tooheys beer.
23. Lisbon, Portugal - Famous for its seafood, Lisbon showcases dishes like bacalhau, pastéis de nata, and bifanas. Beverages: vinho verde, ginjinha.
24. San Sebastian, Spain - Renowned for its Basque cuisine and pintxos, San Sebastian is a food lover's dream. Beverages: txakoli, Basque cider.
25. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - Home to dishes like pho, banh mi, and bun cha, Ho Chi Minh City showcases the flavors of Vietnamese cuisine. Beverages: Vietnamese iced coffee, Bia Saigon.
26. Shanghai, China - Known for its soup dumplings and braised dishes, Shanghai offers a taste of regional Chinese cuisine. Beverages: baijiu, Tsingtao beer.
27. Athens, Greece - Showcasing Mediterranean flavors, Athens is famous for souvlaki, moussaka, and spanakopita. Beverages: ouzo, Mythos beer.
28. Montreal, Canada - Known for its French-inspired cuisine, Montreal offers dishes like poutine, smoked meat, and bagels. Beverages: Molson beer, ice cider.
29. Berlin, Germany - A hub of international cuisine, Berlin is famous for dishes like currywurst, doner kebab, and schnitzel. Beverages: Berliner Weisse beer, Club-Mate.
30. Seoul, South Korea - Showcasing Korean flavors, Seoul is known for dishes like kimchi, bulgogi, and bibimbap. Beverages: soju, makgeolli.
31. Budapest, Hungary - Home to dishes like goulash, chimney cake, and langos, Budapest showcases the flavors of Hungarian cuisine. Beverages: pálinka, Tokaji wine.
32. Santiago, Chile - Known for its seafood and empanadas, Santiago offers a taste of Chilean cuisine. Beverages: pisco sour, Carmenere wine.
33. Dublin, Ireland - Showcasing traditional Irish cuisine, Dublin is famous for dishes like Irish stew, soda bread, and boxty. Beverages: Guinness, Irish whiskey.
34. Amsterdam, Netherlands - Known for dishes like herring, stroopwafel, and bitterballen, Amsterdam offers a taste of Dutch cuisine. Beverages: Heineken, jenever.
35. Jakarta, Indonesia - Showcasing Indonesian flavors, Jakarta is home to dishes like nasi goreng, satay, and gado-gado. Beverages: Bintang beer, es cendol.
36. Manila, Philippines - Known for its sweet and savory dishes, Manila offers Filipino cuisine like adobo, lechon, and halo-halo. Beverages: San Miguel beer, calamansi juice.
37. Chicago, USA - Home to deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs, Chicago showcases the flavors of the American Midwest. Beverages: Chicago-style craft beer, Malört.
38. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Known for its diverse culinary scene, Kuala Lumpur offers dishes like nasi lemak, roti canai, and laksa. Beverages: teh tarik, Tiger beer.
39. Los Angeles, USA - A melting pot of international cuisine, LA is famous for its food trucks, fusion dishes, and tacos. Beverages: Californian wine, craft beer.
40. Tel Aviv, Israel - Showcasing Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors, Tel Aviv is known for dishes like shakshuka, falafel, and hummus. Beverages: Goldstar beer, arak.
41. Cape Town, South Africa - Offering a mix of African and international cuisine, Cape Town is famous for dishes like bobotie, biltong, and malva pudding. Beverages: South African wine, rooibos tea.
42. Bologna, Italy - Known as the food capital of Italy, Bologna is famous for dishes like tagliatelle al ragù, tortellini, and mortadella. Beverages: Lambrusco, Pignoletto wine.
43. Auckland, New Zealand - Showcasing the flavors of the Pacific, Auckland is known for dishes like fish and chips, pavlova, and hangi. Beverages: New Zealand wine, flat white.
44. Brussels, Belgium - Home to dishes like moules-frites, Belgian waffles, and chocolate, Brussels offers a taste of Belgian cuisine. Beverages: Belgian beer, genever.
45. Bogotá, Colombia - Known for its hearty dishes and tropical fruits, Bogotá showcases Colombian cuisine like ajiaco, arepas, and bandeja paisa. Beverages: aguardiente, Colombian coffee.
46. Havana, Cuba - Showcasing Cuban flavors, Havana is famous for dishes like ropa vieja, tostones, and Cuban sandwiches. Beverages: mojito, Cuban coffee.
47. Osaka, Japan - Known for its street food and casual dining scene, Osaka offers dishes like okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and kushikatsu. Beverages: Asahi beer, umeshu.
48. Stockholm, Sweden - Home to dishes like meatballs, gravlax, and kanelbullar, Stockholm showcases the flavors of Swedish cuisine. Beverages: snaps, Swedish cider.
49. Lyon, France - Known as the gastronomic capital of France, Lyon is famous for dishes like quenelles, coq au vin, and tarte aux pralines. Beverages: Beaujolais wine, Chartreuse.
50. Penang, Malaysia - Showcasing a mix of Chinese, Malay, and Indian flavors, Penang is known for dishes like char kway teow, asam laksa, and nasi kandar. Beverages: nutmeg juice, teh tarik.
51. Portland, USA - Known for its farm-to-table approach and food truck scene, Portland offers dishes like Pacific Northwest salmon, Voodoo Doughnuts, and craft beer. Beverages: Oregon wine, local microbrews.
52. Naples, Italy - The birthplace of pizza, Naples is famous for dishes like pizza margherita, sfogliatella, and pasta e fagioli. Beverages: limoncello, Neapolitan coffee.
53. Chiang Mai, Thailand - Showcasing the flavors of Northern Thai cuisine, Chiang Mai is known for dishes like khao soi, sai ua, and sticky rice. Beverages: Thai iced tea, Chang beer.
54. Madrid, Spain - Offering a mix of traditional and modern Spanish cuisine, Madrid is famous for dishes like cocido Madrileño, tapas, and churros. Beverages: tinto de verano, Mahou beer.
55. Palermo, Italy - Showcasing Sicilian flavors, Palermo is known for dishes like arancini, caponata, and cannoli. Beverages: Nero d'Avola wine, Averna.
56. San Francisco, USA - Known for its diverse culinary scene and fresh seafood, San Francisco offers dishes like sourdough bread, cioppino, and Mission-style burritos. Beverages: California wine, Anchor Steam beer.
57. Tbilisi, Georgia - Showcasing the flavors of Georgian cuisine, Tbilisi is famous for dishes like khachapuri, khinkali, and badrijani nigvzit. Beverages: Georgian wine, chacha.
58. Toronto, Canada - A melting pot of international cuisines, Toronto is known for dishes like peameal bacon sandwiches, poutine, and multicultural food festivals. Beverages: Canadian beer, icewine.
59. Hanoi, Vietnam - Offering a taste of Northern Vietnamese cuisine, Hanoi is famous for dishes like pho, bun cha, and cha ca. Beverages: Bia Hoi, Vietnamese iced coffee.
60. Santiago de Compostela, Spain - Showcasing the flavors of Galician cuisine, Santiago de Compostela is known for dishes like pulpo a la gallega, empanada, and tetilla cheese. Beverages: Albariño wine, queimada.