{"id":78391,"date":"2026-05-09T05:48:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-09T05:48:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/dk\/78391\/"},"modified":"2026-05-09T05:48:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T05:48:23","slug":"the-210-top-places-to-eat-drink-and-travel-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/dk\/78391\/","title":{"rendered":"The 210 Top Places to Eat, Drink, and Travel in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Now in its fourth year, Food & Wine’s Global Tastemakers Awards celebrates the best in culinary travel including cities, restaurants, bars, hotels, airports, airlines, and cruises. Nominated by over 400 chefs, wine pros, and food and travel writers from across the globe and then ranked by our Global Advisory Board of 25 travel experts, this list of 210 destinations and brands celebrates operators who are making the food and hospitality industries stronger, better, and more innovative.<\/p>\n

You’ll find many independent and small businesses honored alongside long-established international brands who all have one thing in common: They center culture, cuisine, community, and a true sense of place. Here are all of those winners at a glance. We hope it inspires your most delicious travels for 2026 yet.<\/p>\n

01 of 21<\/p>\n

Top Global Cities for Food and Drink\"Argo<\/p>\n

Argo bar at the Four Seasons, Hong Kong.
Credit: Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong<\/p>\n

1. Hong Kong<\/a>With its unwavering capacity for resilience and reinvention, the city\u2019s post-pandemic comeback is one of the most exciting food stories of 2026. It’s a city that seamlessly blends Chinese traditions with an astonishing array of global flavors.2. London3. Tokyo4. Mexico City5. Bangkok6. Lima, Peru7. Barcelona, Spain8. Paris9. Copenhagen, Denmark10. Istanbul<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Cities for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top Global Cities for Pastry\"Vanilla<\/p>\n

Vanilla onion at The Peninsula Paris.
Credit: Photo by Laurent Fau<\/p>\n

1. Paris<\/a>While the French capital has a long and storied history of patisserie, it’s the constant innovation and dedication to craft that keeps the city at the very top of its game. (Hint: Some of the most exciting creations are to be found in palace hotels.)2. Copenhagen, Denmark3. Budapest, Hungary4. Istanbul5. Tokyo6. Vienna7. Hong Kong8. London9. Melbourne, Australia10. Lima, Peru<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Cities for Pastry, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top Global Cities for Coffee\"Coffee<\/p>\n

Coffee at La Cabra cafe in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Credit: Photo by Paw Gissel (La Cabra)<\/p>\n

1. Copenhagen, DenmarkThe Danish capital’s coffee scene is defined by a lighter-style of roast typical of Scandinavia, and coffee is brewed with precision and deftness. An added bonus? It pairs incredibly well with the city’s exceptional cardamom buns and pastries.2. Hanoi<\/a>, Vietnam3. Melbourne, Australia4. Istanbul5. Milan6. London7. Cape Town, South Africa8. Tokyo9. Vienna10. Seoul, South Korea<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Cities for Coffee, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top Global Markets\"Borough<\/p>\n

Borough Market, London, England.
Credit: Courtesy of Borough Market<\/p>\n

1. Borough Market (London)London’s<\/a> oldest surviving food market sports around 100 stalls, restaurants, bars, and shops that are vibrant and diverse, selling everything from fine British cheeses and toasties, to Persian stews and vegetable curries.2. Chatuchak (Bangkok)3. Halles de Lyon (Lyon, France)4. Mercado de la Merced (Mexico City)5. Marche des Enfants Rouges (Paris)6. La Boqueria (Barcelona, Spain)7. Granville Island (Vancouver, Canada)8. Nishiki (Kyoto, Japan)9. La Vucciria (Palermo, Sicily)10. Viktualienmarkt (Munich)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Markets for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top International Restaurants\"Mussel<\/p>\n

Mussel custard, saffron and N25 Kaluga caviar at Ikoyi Restaurant, London.
Credit: Photo by Irina Boersma<\/p>\n

1. Ikoyi (London)Named after the Lagos neighborhood where co-founder Hassan-Odukale grew up, diners will find that region\u2019s influence on the tasting menu created by chef Jeremy Chan who showcases West African flavors as a framework for seasonal British produce.2. Maido (Lima, Peru)3. Ciel Dining (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)4. Arami (La Paz, Bolivia)5. Potong (Bangkok)6. Naar (Darwa, India)7. Botanico (Mexico City)8. Roscioli (Rome\u00a0)9. The Lunch Lady (Vancouver, Canada)10. Saint Peter (Sydney)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Restaurants, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top Global Bars\"Maurizio<\/p>\n

Maurizio Stocchetto, the owner of Bar Basso, Milan.
Credit: Alessandro Grassani\/The New York Times \/ Redux<\/p>\n

1. Bar Basso<\/a> (Milan)Nearly 80 years after opening, this legendary aperitivo haunt continues to draw bartenders from across the world alongside the design and fashion crowds, students, and travelers alike. The birthplace of the Negroni Sbagliato helped shape modern cocktail culture.2. Bar Orchard (Tokyo)3. Bramble Bar (Edinburgh, Scotland)4. Bar Bon Funk (Singapore)5. Alfie\u2019s Soho (London)6. Bar Pompette (Toronto)7. Bar Vitrine (Copenhagen, Denmark)8. The Jerry Thomas Bar Room (Rome)9. Bar Leone (Hong Kong)10. Bar Trigona (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Bars, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

07 of 21<\/p>\n

Top International Hotels for Food and Drink\"The<\/p>\n

The Stella cocktail bar at the Capella hotel in Bangkok.
Credit: Courtesy of Capella Bangkok<\/p>\n

1. Capella Bangkok (Bangkok)The chic boutique hotel on Bangkok\u2019s Chao Phraya River features several exceptional restaurants and cocktail bars showcasing local flavors alongside an outpost by celebrity chef Mauro Colagreco, whose global hotel exports are instant hits.2. Orient Express La Minerva (Rome)3. Babylonstoren (Franschhoek, South Africa)4. Casa Maria Luigia (Modena, Italy)5. Aman Tokyo (Tokyo)6. Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel (Venice, Italy)7. A\u2019jia Hotel (Istanbul)8. Mandarin Oriental (Hong Kong)9. Atlantis The Royal (Dubai, UAE)10. The Grand National Hotel by Saint Peter (Sydney)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Hotels for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top International Hotel Bars\"Clardige's<\/p>\n

Clardige’s hotel bar in London.
Credit: Courtesy of Claridge\u2019s<\/p>\n

1. Claridge\u2019s Bar at Claridge\u2019s (London)In this epitome of Art Deco elegance in London’s Mayfair neighborhood, guests sip Champagne or classic dry Martinis made with Claridge’s gin while snacking on caviar and fries. It’s plush, stylish, and so wonderfully Jazz Age.2. The Aubrey at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong (Hong Kong)3. El Bar at Casa Gangotena (Quito, Ecuador)4. The Collins Club at The Leinster (Dublin)5. BKK Social Club at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River (Bangkok)6. Belmond Timeo Bar at Grand Hotel Timeo (Taormina, Italy)7. Elephant Bar at Raffles Hotel Le Royal (Phnom Penh, Cambodia)8. Argo at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong (Hong Kong)9. Dukes Bar at Dukes London (London)10. The Lounge at Aman Tokyo (Tokyo)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Hotel Bars, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

09 of 21<\/p>\n

Top International Airports for Food and Drink\"The<\/p>\n

The Alchemist Cafe at Hong Kong International Airport.
Credit: Courtesy of Airport Authority Hong Kong<\/p>\n

1. Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) in Hong KongThe city’s international airport is a microcosm of everything that makes Hong Kong a culinary powerhouse. Enjoy exceptional local flavors and dishes from egg tarts and prawn toast to congee and dan dan noodles.2. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) in Singapore3. Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, UAE4. Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul5. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam6. Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo7. Copenhagen Airport (CPH) in Copenhagen, Denmark8. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris9. Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London10. New Jorge Ch\u00e1vez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Global Airports for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top International Airlines for Food and Drink\"Singapore<\/p>\n

Singapore Airlines Business Class.
Credit: Courtesy of Singapore Airlines<\/p>\n

1. Singapore AirlinesThe airline reinforces Singapore’s strong culinary identity, leaning into both local and global flavors across all classes. Innovation is also top of mind for the brand, which has a Farm to Plane program centering sustainable ingredients.2. Emirates3. All Nippon Airways (ANA)4. Japan Airlines (JAL)5. Air France6. Qatar Airways7. Etihad Airways8. Turkish Airlines9. La Compagnie10. Virgin Atlantic<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 International Airlines for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top Airline Lounges\"Business<\/p>\n

Business class lounge, Emirates Airline.
Credit: Courtesy of Emirates<\/p>\n

1. Emirates LoungeEmirates operates one of the largest lounge networks in the world at Dubai International Airport (DXB) with restaurant\u2011style dining, an extensive wine program, and signature touches like caviar service and Dom P\u00e9rignon.2. Singapore Airlines Lounge3. Cathay Pacific Lounge4. Qatar Airways Lounge5. Japan Airlines (JAL) First Class Lounge6. Air France Lounge7. Turkish Airlines Lounge8. Virgin Atlantic Lounge9. Qantas Lounge10. Capital One Lounge<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Airline Lounges for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top U.S. Cities for Food and Drink\"Froyo<\/p>\n

Froyo at HAGS NYC.
Credit: Photo by Dillon Burke (HAGS NYC)<\/p>\n

1. New York CityIn this undisputed heavyweight of American dining, Michelin-starred restaurants coexist with century-old delis, immigrant-run bakeries, and neighborhood wine bars to form one of the most exciting and diverse dining scenes in the country.2. Chicago<\/a>3. Los Angeles4. New Orleans5. San Francisco6. Houston7. Austin, Texas8. Philadelphia9. Charleston, South Carolina10. Miami<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Cities for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top Small U.S. Cities for Food and Drink\"Mr.<\/p>\n

Mr. Tuna restaurant in Portland, ME.
Credit: Photo by Alex Lau (Mr. Tuna)<\/p>\n

1. Portland, MaineA close-knit hospitality community, a welcoming small-town feel, and ready access to sustainable, impeccably fresh seafood have helped elevate Portland\u2019s profile, drawing chefs, makers, and diners eager to step away from the pace of big-city life.2. Healdsburg, California3. Asheville, North Carolina4. Hudson, New York5. Santa Fe, New Mexico6. Greenville, South Carolina7. Burlington, Vermont8. Ojai, California9. Kingston, New York10. Traverse City, Michigan<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Cities for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top U.S. Cities for Pastry\"Cookies<\/p>\n

Cookies at Badash Bakes, Los Angeles, CA.
Credit: Courtesy of Badash Bakes<\/p>\n

1. Los AngelesIt’s the sheer diversity and quality of LA’s pastry scene that snagged it this win. Whether perfectly laminated and layered croissants and danishes, chewy cookies, slab cakes, or fragrant cinnamon rolls, this West Coast pastry paradise truly shines.2. New York City3. Chicago4. Austin, Texas5. San Francisco\u00a06. Miami7. Boston8. Charleston, South Carolina9. Washington, D.C.10. Detroit<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Cities for Pastry, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top U.S. Cities for Coffee\"Leona<\/p>\n

Leona Botanical Cafe & Bar in Austin, TX.
Credit: Photo by Diana Rothery (Leona Botanical Cafe & Bar)<\/p>\n

1. Austin, TexasThe city brings coffee culture to life in myriad settings: alleys, kiosks, vans, as well as office buildings, cocktail bars, and more. The bar is set high and third-wave cafes are where it’s at.2. New York City3. Los Angeles4. Chicago5. Seattle6. Miami7. Honolulu8. San Francisco\u00a09. Boston10. San Juan, Puerto Rico<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Cities for Coffee, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top U.S. Restaurants\"Dining<\/p>\n

Dining at Kabawa Restaurant, New York, NY.
Credit: Photo by Andrew Bezek<\/p>\n

1. Kabawa<\/a> (New York City)Chef Paul Carmichael’s joyful ode to Caribbean food, music, and culture is front and center at this East Village hot spot pulsing with soca and reggae. Carmichael\u2019s playful, deeply personal cooking at the tasting menu restaurant is changing what fine dining looks \u2014 and sounds \u2014 like.2. Alma Fonda Fina (Denver)3. Canje (Austin, Texas)\u00a04. Dogon (Washington, D.C.)5. Emeril’s (New Orleans)6. Hayato (Los Angeles)7. Semma (New York City)8. Kalaya (Philadelphia)9. Kann (Portland, Oregon)10. Mister Jiu’s (San Francisco)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Restaurants, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

17 of 21<\/p>\n

Top U.S. Bars\"The<\/p>\n

The Larb Gai cocktail at schmuck. in New York City.
Credit: Courtesy of schmuck.<\/p>\n

1. schmuck. (New York City)The pros previously behind Barcelona\u2019s lauded bar Two Schmucks opened schmuck. in NYC\u2019s East Village last year to instant acclaim for highly conceptual drinks in a mid-century modern meets a 1970s basement vibe setting.2. Anvil (Houston)3. Best Intentions (Chicago)4. Bar Next Door (Los Angeles)5. Bar Miriam (Seattle)6. La Factoria (San Juan, Puerto Rico)\u00a07. Owl\u2019s Club (Tucson, Arizona)8. Yacht Club (Denver)9. Sweet Liberty (Miami)10. Platypus (St. Louis)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Bars, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top U.S. Hotels for Food and Drink\"Lobster<\/p>\n

Lobster and Littleneck Clam Bake, Aragosta, Maine.
Credit: William Hereford<\/p>\n

1. Aragosta at Goose Cove (Deer Isle, Maine)Located on a forested island connected to the mainland by a bridge on Maine\u2019s midcoast, Aragosta is a collection of nine cottages and a restaurant overseen by chef-owner Devin Finigan who creates refined dishes with fished, farmed, and foraged ingredients.2. Blackberry Farm (Walland, Tennessee)3. Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club (Surfside, Florida)4. Alila Ventana Big Sur (Big Sur, California)5. SingleThread Farm, Restaurant & Inn (Healdsburg, California)6. The Fifth Avenue Hotel (New York City)7. Twin Farms (Barnard, Vermont)8. Hotel Emma (San Antonio, Texas)9. The LINE Hotel DC (Washington, D.C.)10. Camptown (Leeds, New York)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Hotels for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top U.S. Hotel Bars\"Champagne<\/p>\n

Champagne Bar at Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, Miami, FL.
Credit: Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club<\/p>\n

1. Champagne Bar at Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club (Miami)In this elegant palm tree\u2013lined parlor with soaring ceilings, charismatic bartenders in smart, white tuxedos assemble a tight list of classics. Yes, there\u2019s plenty of fizz for everyone, but this venue is equally an ode to the martini.2. Lobby Bar, Hotel Chelsea (New York City)3. Carousel Bar, Hotel Monteleone (New Orleans)4. Broken Shaker, Freehand Miami (Miami)5. Bemelmans Bar, The Carlyle (New York City)6. Silver Lyan at Riggs Washington DC (Washington, D.C.)7. Prelude at The Jay Hotel (San Francisco)8. Z Bar at The Peninsula Chicago (Chicago)9. HMF at The Breakers Palm Beach (Palm Beach, Florida)10. Portrait Bar at The Fifth Avenue Hotel (New York City)<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Hotel Bars, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top U.S. Airports for Food and Drink\"Talde<\/p>\n

Talde Noodle bar in Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport.
Credit: Courtesy of LaGuardia Airport<\/p>\n

1. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in New York CityAn $8 billion rebuild completely reimagined the airport from the ground up and in the central food hall in Terminal B, chef\u2011driven concepts operate in spaces that feel vastly different from traditional airport concessions.2. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, Texas3. Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver4. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta5. Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, North Carolina6. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston7. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles8. Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami9. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City10. O\u2019Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 US Airports for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Top Cruise Lines for Food and Drink\"Sakura<\/p>\n

Sakura restaurant on Explora Journeys.
Credit: Photo by Toby Mitchell<\/p>\n

1. Explora JourneysThis cruise line’s steady focus on culinary excellence and innovation across its nine dining experiences, as well as its impressive wine cellar and cooking classes in the Chef’s Kitchen, saw it win the top spot after only three years in operation.2. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection3. Aqua Expeditions4. Silversea5. Crystal6. Oceania Cruises7. Regent Seven Seas Cruises8. HX Expeditions9. Ponant10. Celebrity Cruises<\/p>\n

Related: The Top 10 Cruises for Food and Drink, According to the Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

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