For food enthusiasts, Cape Town’s recognition as a top food city serves as an invitation to explore its rich and varied culinary offerings. From street food to dining at upscale restaurants, the city’s food scene promises an experience that is both flavourful and memorable.
Cape Town has recently garnered international acclaim, being ranked as the 4th best food city globally by Time Out Travel’s 2025 survey. This recognition highlights the city’s vibrant and diverse culinary scene, which seamlessly blends various cultural influences.
Time Out Travel’s ranking was based on a comprehensive survey that evaluated cities on multiple criteria, including food quality, affordability, and the overall dining experience. Cape Town’s impressive position reflects its rich gastronomic offerings that cater to a wide range of palates.
This accolade adds to Cape Town’s growing list of culinary honours. Notably, in 2024, Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards named Cape Town the best city in the world for food, with a remarkable score of 95.65. This placed the city ahead of renowned culinary destinations such as Milan and Tokyo.