Mumbai Ranked 14th Best Food City in the World, Khau Gallis Recognized by Time Out

Mumbai has been ranked as the 14th best food city in the world in Time Out’s latest list of the top 20 global food destinations for 2025. The only Indian city to make it to the prestigious list, Mumbai was recognized for its vibrant street food culture, particularly its famous khau gallis.

Time Out highlighted the diverse and bold flavors of Mumbai’s street food, stating, "The go-to places for a quick fix when hungry are the khau gallis (food streets) dotting neighborhoods from southern Zaveri Bazaar to northern Ghatkopar. Between savory chaat, jumbo sandwiches, veggie-laden 'pizzas,' Beirut-inspired Frankie wraps, and dry-fruit topped falooda, every bite is far from demure – never subtle and never shy."

Last year, Mumbai held the 8th position in the same rankings. The 2025 list is topped by New Orleans (USA), followed by Bangkok (Thailand) and Medellin (Colombia).

Top 20 Best Food Cities in the World for 2025, According to Time Out

1. New Orleans, USA

2. Bangkok, Thailand

3. Medellin, Colombia

4. Cape Town, South Africa

5. Madrid, Spain

6. Mexico City, Mexico

7. Lagos, Nigeria

8. Shanghai, China

9. Paris, France

10. Tokyo, Japan

11. Marrakech, Morocco

12. Lima, Peru

13. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

14. Mumbai, India

15. Abu Dhabi, UAE

16. Cairo, Egypt

17. Porto, Portugal

18. Montreal, Canada

19. Naples, Italy

20. San Jose, Costa Rica

How Was the List Compiled?

To create the rankings, Time Out surveyed thousands of people worldwide, asking them to rate their city's food scene based on 18 factors, including quality, affordability, and family-friendliness. The final rankings were determined through a combination of these ratings and scores given by the publication’s in-house food experts and critics.

Mumbai’s inclusion in the list underscores its reputation as a global food hotspot, with its rich street food culture playing a major role in attracting food lovers from around the world.