Sri Lanka has been ranked 7th among the world’s best food destinations for 2025, according to the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, earning an impressive score of 95.56%.
This recognition places Sri Lanka ahead of globally renowned culinary hotspots such as Türkiye, France, Morocco, Colombia, Maldives, South Africa, and Greece.
In its announcement, the leading US-based travel magazine stated that “Sri Lanka is finally getting the recognition it deserves. Dishes are packed with a thrilling blend of spice, colour, and lots of coconut, and look no further than Pettah Market in Colombo to indulge yourself.”
The magazine also highlighted that much of Sri Lanka’s cuisine is rooted in home-cooked traditions, with recipes passed down through generations, adding a “loving touch that makes the food here truly special.”
From vibrant curries and hoppers to sambols bursting with flavor, Sri Lanka’s culinary identity reflects a unique fusion of spice, colour, and coconut, offering a sensory experience that captivates food enthusiasts worldwide.
Ranked alongside world-renowned food havens like Italy, Japan, Vietnam, and Spain, Sri Lanka’s inclusion firmly establishes the island as a must-visit destination for global food lovers.
For the 2025 edition, Condé Nast asked its readers to vote for destinations that best delighted their palates this year, with almost all shortlisted countries scoring above 94%.
Top 10 Countries with the World’s Best Food – 2025:
- Thailand – 98.33
- Italy – 96.92
- Japan – 96.77
- Vietnam – 96.67
- Spain – 95.91
- New Zealand – 95.79
- Sri Lanka – 95.56
- Greece – 95.42
- South Africa – 94.76
- Peru / Maldives – 94.55
