From street tacos in Mexico and pizza in Italy to pho in Vietnam and sushi in Japan, one of the best things about travel is being able to try new foods all over the world. But which city is best for foodies? To figure that out, AHTI Games analysed more than 50 cities to discover the best destinations for foodies worldwide. Each city got a composite score based on metrics including the number of Michelin-star restaurants, the cost of a mid-range three-course meal, average ratings, and the number of cheap eats.
Here are the top ten. Osaka may be seen as Tokyo's little sister, but it's still a top-tier destination for foodies, with an average restaurant rating of 4.61.
Must-try dishes in Osaka: Tako-yaki (grilled octopus balls), okonomiyaki (savoury pancake, pictured), ramen. You can't go wrong with Thai food. Bangkok is also home to the largest Chinatown in the world, which comes alive at night with markets and food stalls.
With the most affordable dining options of other cities in this top ten list, Bangkok has 170 Michelin-star restaurants, more than both Barcelona and Madrid. Must-try dishes in Bangkok: Pad Thai, Tom yam soup, and Som tum (papaya salad). Singapore is heaven for foodies, with a mix of upscale restaurants, hawker markets, and everything in between.
It may be small, but the city has more than 6000 restaurants. Must-try dishes in Singapore: Hainanese chicken rice, laksa, Char Kway Teow. The average rating for restaurants in Madrid is 4.
75, which means you won't be hard-pressed to find a good place to eat. Must-try dishes in Madrid: Jamon Iberico (cured ham), churros, calamari roll Just edging out Madrid, Barcelona comes in sixth on the list, with over 8500 restaurants, 110 of which have Michelin stars. Must-try dishes in Barcelona: Paella, croquettes, patatas bravas (fried potato with spicy sauce).
On a trip to NYC, you'd be able to find any cuisine you want. From cheap hole-in-the-wall eateries and bodegas to some of the world's best restaurants, foodies are spoiled for choice. A three-course meal at a mid-range restaurant will cost $US130 (about $200), the highest on the list.
Must-try dishes in New York: Bagel with lox, pizza by the slice, NYC-style hot dog. Paris is full of charming restaurants with perfect food. With the second-highest number of Michelin-star restaurants of all the cities on this list, you know you'll be eating well when you visit.
Read our foodie guide to Paris here. Must-try dishes in Paris: Coissant, croque monsieur, steak and chips. I don't think there's anyone in the world who doesn't like Italian food.
Rome offers many cheap eats, mid-range, and fine dining restaurants, totalling over 14,000 dining options with an average rating of 4.75. Must-try dishes in Rome: Pizza alla Romana, suppli (rice balls), cacio e pepe.
While British food mightn't be something to write home about (except their pub roasts!), London is a multicultural melting pot with every cuisine on offer. With frequent food festivals and events, and over 15,000 restaurants, there's something for everyone. Must-try dishes in London: Indian cuisine, full English breakfast, sticky toffee pudding.
The best city for foodies is Tokyo, with a composite score of 40 out of 40. More than 530 restaurants in Tokyo have Michelin stars, making it the city with the highest number among all listed. Meal costs are relatively affordable at $US44 ($67) for a mid-range three-course meal.
Tokyo also hosts four major food festivals this year, making it a top destination for foodies..
