Archive · 8 Dec 2025
Mumbai Ranks 5th Best Food City
Mumbai has been named the 5th best food city in the world by TasteAtlas for the second year in a row.
This is great news because it shows that Mumbai's street food, like bhelpuri and pav bhaji, is loved by people all over the world.
The city is known for its delicious and diverse food, which includes both everyday snacks and special dishes.
Mumbai is the only Indian city in the top ten, and other Indian cities like Amritsar, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai also made the list.
The top four spots were taken by Italian cities, showing that Italy is also famous for its food.
Additionally, Butter Chicken has been ranked the world's 5th best chicken dish, highlighting the global popularity of Indian cuisine.
This recognition is a big deal because it highlights Mumbai's rich food culture and the hard work of the people who make and serve these delicious foods.
Indian food, especially butter chicken and tandoori chicken, has a universal appeal that transcends cultural boundaries, making it a global comfort food.
Mumbai ranked 5th best food city in the world by TasteAtlas in 2025.
Mumbai is known for its vibrant street food culture, including dishes like bhelpuri and pav bhaji.
Butter Chicken ranked 5th best chicken dish globally, with Tandoori Chicken at No. 14.
Five other Indian cities also made the list: Amritsar, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai.
The top four positions were claimed by Italian cities: Naples, Milan, Bologna, and Florence.
- Who
- TasteAtlas
- What
- Ranked Mumbai as the 5th best food city in the world and Butter Chicken as the 5th best chicken dish globally
- When
- 2025
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- For its vibrant street food culture, traditional dishes, and the global appeal of Indian cuisine
Indian Food Enthusiasts
Global Food Critics
Cultural Significance
Indian Food Enthusiasts
Indian food, particularly butter chicken, is a cultural ambassador that represents the rich heritage and diversity of Indian cuisine.
Global Food Critics
While Indian food is gaining global recognition, some critics argue that it is often stereotyped and oversimplified, reducing it to a few popular dishes.
Global Appeal
Indian Food Enthusiasts
Indian food, especially butter chicken and tandoori chicken, has a universal appeal that transcends cultural boundaries, making it a global comfort food.
Global Food Critics
Some critics believe that the global popularity of Indian food is driven more by its adaptation to Western palates rather than an authentic representation of Indian culinary traditions.
- Rank
- 5th
- Year
- 2025
- Source
- TasteAtlas
- Notable Dishes
- Bhelpuri, Pav Bhaji, Vada Pav, Modak, Ragda Pattice, Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken
- Notable Restaurants
- Ram Ashraya, Shree Thaker Bhojanalay, Cafe Madras, Nawab Saheb, Baba Falooda
- Other Indian Cities
- Amritsar, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai
- Top Italian Cities
- Naples, Milan, Bologna, Florence
- Global Indian Restaurants
- 40,000+