**Lima (Peru)** The absolute leader of the global ranking is the capital of Peru. Locals rate the quality of food at 80%, and new establishments open here almost every week. The main hit of Lima is the flagship restaurant opened by chef Rodrigo Fernandini. The highlight of the establishment is a tasting menu featuring Amazonian cocoa, moriche palm fruits, and Andean root vegetables. **Bangkok (Thailand)** The second place is confidently held by the capital of Thailand. The city has impressed experts with its incredible variety and street food culture. At the same time, high cuisine is also flourishing here: one of the capital's restaurants has received three Michelin stars for the first time in the country's history, and young chefs are actively reviving rare regional recipes such as noodles with bitter melon. **Mexico City (Mexico)** The Mexican metropolis rounds out the top three. In its kitchens, Mediterranean, Asian, and French traditions mix with local ingredients. Residents of the city are thrilled with their restaurants, and 73% of those surveyed admitted that dining out is quite affordable there. **London (United Kingdom)** The British capital took fourth place thanks to a boom in luxurious yet cheerful Italian trattorias. Trendy establishments in Soho and Chelsea serve tender white risotto and juicy skewers. Another major trend of the year has been the so-called pub pizza, which has turned ordinary London pubs into attractions for foodies. **Barcelona (Spain)** The Spanish city is torn between the avant-garde and traditions. On one hand, many minimalist Asian restaurants are opening. On the other hand, renowned chefs are returning to their roots and spending hours simmering traditional hearty stews made from veal heads and trotters following cozy “mom’s recipes.” **Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)** A tiny restaurant received a Michelin star just seven months after opening, while a vegan zero-waste establishment won the prestigious “Green Star.” At the same time, exquisite pho soup in restaurants coexists with street pots, where the same hearty broth is served for pennies right by the sidewalk. **Melbourne (Australia)** This Australian city focuses on authenticity and diversity. Renowned chefs offer innovative interpretations of Armenian, Egyptian, Sri Lankan, and Chinese cuisines. A shift towards regional traditions from around the world has led to the flourishing of unique establishments. **Beijing (China)** The Chinese capital has confidently transitioned to an outdoor dining format. People increasingly choose brunches in parks among greenery behind the glass walls of cafes. At the same time, immersive restaurants have surged in popularity, where the history of the empire turns into a live show, and during dinner, guests can dress in courtier costumes. **Athens (Greece)** Centuries-old taverns and trendy gastro-taverns set the tone in the Greek capital. Chefs boldly reinterpret traditional Mediterranean dishes, changing their taste and appearance. Local culinary innovators combine the ecological principle of “farm to table” with the most advanced technologies. **Lisbon (Portugal)** The Portuguese capital rounds out the top ten cities. Lisboetas have discovered a culture of exquisite sandwiches, but the main changes are happening in high cuisine. Numerous welcoming and casual restaurants featuring traditional Portuguese food are emerging, served on simple stainless steel dishes and white paper tablecloths.
