Mumbai has earned a place among the world’s top five best food cities, according to the latest TasteAtlas rankings. The city is the only Indian destination in the global top 10, celebrated for its diverse
street-food culture and rich culinary heritage.
From the tangy Bhelpuri and spicy Pav Bhaji to Vada Pav, sweet Modak, and Ragda Pattice, Mumbai’s street food has long been popular with both locals and tourists.
Beyond street snacks, TasteAtlas also recommends several of the city’s traditional restaurants, including Ram Ashraya, Shree Thaker Bhojanalay, Cafe Madras, Nawab Saheb, and Baba Falooda, which showcase the depth of Mumbai’s food culture.
Mumbai is not alone in representing India on the global culinary map. Other Indian cities also featured in the TasteAtlas rankings include Amritsar (48th), New Delhi (53rd), Hyderabad (54th), Kolkata (73rd), and Chennai (93rd).
Each city is celebrated for its own distinct culinary identity: Amritsar for hearty Punjabi fare such as Amritsari Kulcha and Sarson ka Saag; Delhi for Dal Makhani and Butter Chicken; Hyderabad for its Biryani and Nizami-era dishes; Kolkata for Rasgulla and Kathi Rolls; and Chennai for Dosa, Idli, and traditional South Indian staples.
Hyderabad’s Biryani was also recognised separately, ranking in the top 50 best rice dishes worldwide. Meanwhile, Indian cuisine as a whole secured the 13th spot among the world’s 100 best cuisines in the TasteAtlas Awards 2025/26, highlighting the country’s growing global culinary influence.
TasteAtlas is a global food guide that ranks cities, dishes, and cuisines based on local specialties and traditional recipes, helping travellers and food lovers discover iconic dishes, popular street food, and renowned restaurants around the world
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