GA's Best Foodie City Ranks 11th Nationally, New Survey Says

Georgia has cooked up another victory as it houses one of the best foodie cities in the U.S. this year, a new survey says.

The personal finance website WalletHub on Monday said Atlanta ranks 11th among competitors in Texas, Illinois, Missouri and New Jersey.

Stuffed between No. 10 San Diego and No. 12 Denver, Atlanta whipped up an overall score of 66.27 on WalletHub's national list.

Experts analyzed 182 cities in two categories: affordability, as well as diversity, accountability and quality. Atlanta ranked 151st in the former and seventh in the latter category.

At No. 1, Miami has "beet" everyone to be named the best foodie city in the U.S., per WalletHub's ranking. The South Florida town's overall score was 73.58.

Portland (No. 2) and San Francisco (No. 3) followed suit with 72.73 and 70.58 scores respectively.

“In the best foodie cities, including Miami, Fl, San Francisco, Ca, and Orlando, Fl, there are tons of unique culinary experiences to try, from food trucks to specialty-food stores to Michelin-starred restaurants," WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo said in the report.

"The top cities cater not just to people who enjoy dining out, but also to foodies who enjoy putting their own skills to the test by exploring new flavors in their own kitchens. In addition, these cities make delicious dining affordable for residents and visitors alike.”

In evaluating 28 metrics, analysts reviewed factors such as grocery costs and the affordability and accessibility of high-quality restaurants.

The worst foodie city in the U.S. is Pearl City, Hawaii, according to WalletHub. The cost of groceries is highest in Laredo, Texas; but, the best average food and wine price can be found in Reno, Nevada.

In Georgia, Columbus ranked 181st for its few coffee shops per capita, and Atlanta tied for first among ice cream and frozen yogurt shops per capita.

The culinary scene in Atlanta is about eclectic as the ways to craft a tasty noodle dish.

So much so, there is a TV show and TikTok page dedicated to "Atlanta Eats," which features adored steakhouses, a Thai restaurant and places where you can score New York City-style halal or a juicy smashburger.

The restaurant culture is continuing to grow in Atlanta, and the concepts cooked up by new eateries may be mouthwatering to some foodies.

The Varsity, Mary Mac's Tea Room and The Colonnade are among some of Atlanta's most iconic and historical restaurants.

Here are the top 10 best foodie cities in the U.S.

1. Miami, Florida
2. Portland, Oregon
3. San Francisco, California
4. Seattle, Washington
5. Orlando, Florida
6. Austin, Texas
7. Tampa, Florida
8. Las Vegas, Nevada
9. Sacramento, California
10. San Diego, California

See WalletHub's full methodology.

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