From Budapest to Vienna, explore Europe’s most authentic food cities
Budapest, Hungary
Crowned the most authentic European food city, Budapest delights with hearty classics like goulash and chicken paprikash. The city has street-food stalls and chimney cakes that present a vibrant culinary scene.
Piraeus, Greece
This busy port is second on the list, offering fresh seafood, grill-tavern staples, horta greens and honey-soaked loukoumades that reflect authentic Greek cuisine.
Athens, Greece
Another Greek city, Athens, has ranked third on the list. It shines through its traditional meze plates, gyros, avgolemono soup and tavernas rooted in rich Greek culinary history and local flavour.
Vienna, Austria
Fourth place goes to Vienna, where Wiener schnitzel, apple strudel and classic cafés emphasise a fine yet traditional Austrian food heritage.
Krakow, Poland
At number five, Krakow’s comfort-food culture features pierogi dumplings, slow-cooked stews and a deeply rooted Polish culinary tradition.
Prague, Czech Republic
Sixth on the list, Prague serves up hearty Czech classics like bread-bowl goulash, roast meats and dumplings, paired with local brews and an authentic dining atmosphere.
Valletta, Malta
Ranked seventh, Malta’s capital offers a unique blend of Mediterranean and Arabic-influenced dishes, namely rabbit stew, flaky pastizzi and seafood stews with island authenticity.
Warsaw, Poland
Warsaw has earned the eighth position on the list, with its list of hearty Polish classics like kielbasa and żurek soup, and a strong sense of tradition in its food scene reviews.
Munich, Germany
The ninth position on the list goes to Germany’s capital, Munich. The city embodies Bavarian flavours with pretzels, roast pork, weisswurst and a beer-hall culture that appeals to authenticity-seeking diners.
Milan, Italy
At number ten is Milan, where risotto alla Milanese, ossobuco and Lombard cuisine deliver Italian elegance in a traditional and review-approved food city.