Vietnam is in the top 4 countries with the world's leading cuisine by 2025.

Vietnam ranked 4th in the list of countries with the world's leading cuisine in 2025, voted by readers of the prestigious American travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller.

It is impossible to talk about Vietnamese cuisine without mentioning banh mi - a dish praised by both diners and critics, once likened by the late chef Anthony Bourdain as "a symphony in a loaf of bread" - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

Condé Nast Traveler magazine (USA) announced the rankings within the framework of Readers' Choice Awards 2025 - an annual award voted by readers worldwide .

From rich buffet breakfasts, flavorful street food to luxurious dinners under the starry sky, all clearly reflect the identity and pride of a country with a unique culinary culture, said the organizing committee representative.

No matter how wonderful a trip is, it will be incomplete without delicious food to enjoy. Discovering local cuisine is a way to understand more about the people and culture of that place.

Each country has its own culinary secrets and styles, reflecting its spirit and rhythm of life.

Therefore, the organizers invited readers to vote for the destinations that made their taste buds "thrill" the most in the past year and the results were truly impressive. The countries on the list all achieved a satisfaction score of 94% or higher.

Culinary paradises spread across five continents, there is no common formula for great cuisine, each place has its own flavor to conquer diners.

'Street food is the soul of Vietnam'

In this ranking, Vietnam made a remarkable mark by ranking 4th with a score of 96.67, affirming its position as one of the world's leading culinary destinations.

Culinary experts say: "The vast green rice fields have become a familiar image when referring to Vietnam and that is why the ingredients here are always the freshest.

Hue beef noodle soup stands out with its distinctive red color from annatto oil and the intense aroma of fried lemongrass. The process of preparing this dish requires skill and patience, because every step from simmering bones, seasoning to presentation must be done meticulously - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

Rice appears in many forms: hot bowls of rice, soft noodles or thin layers of rice paper, but the common point is that it is always accompanied by fresh vegetables, soft, sweet meat and the characteristic aroma of the vegetables.

Anyone who has ever backpacked through Vietnam can confirm that street food is the soul of this place. From the bustling Cai Rang floating markets (Can Tho) to small alleys like Xom Chieu in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnamese food always captivates visitors with its rich flavors at extremely affordable prices.

Pho has long been considered the “cultural ambassador” of Vietnamese cuisine. Cooking pho is an art, requiring meticulousness in each step and sophistication in choosing ingredients - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

The shape and size of banh xeo vary depending on the region: southern banh xeo are usually thinner, larger and less oily, while central banh xeo are smaller, oilier and crispier - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

Spring rolls are a familiar Vietnamese street food, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian versions. Both filling and easy to carry, spring rolls are the ideal choice for those who want to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine even when on the go - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

Hu tieu - a familiar specialty of Southern Vietnam - is made from thin and flat rice noodles, with a light but attractive flavor - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

Egg coffee - a cup of hot black coffee topped with a layer of creamy and smooth whipped egg. The combination may sound strange, but it brings a surprisingly harmonious flavor - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

Unlike regular noodle dishes, Quang noodles are not filled with broth. Instead, there is only a moderate amount of broth, rich and light, hidden under the golden noodles, making diners have to enjoy it to fully feel the flavor - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

Iced milk coffee is made from iced black coffee combined with sweetened condensed milk. The sweet, fatty and aromatic taste makes this drink increasingly popular, while the abundant amount of caffeine is still enough to keep you awake all day long - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

Bun cha is a typical dish of Hanoi, a delicate combination of fragrant grilled meat, soft and sweet meatballs and mildly sour dipping sauce - Photo: Vietnam Nomad

This year’s ranking features a wide range of cuisines from Asia, Europe and South America. The country leading the list of the world’s most attractive cuisines in 2025 is Thailand with 98.33% of the votes from readers.

According to experts, this title is completely deserved. The capital Bangkok has 7 restaurants in the top 35 best restaurants in the world.

Regional diversity gives Thailand a rich treasure trove of flavors, with each destination opening up new and unprecedented culinary experiences.

Thailand truly elevates the art of cooking, transforming simple dishes into flavorful masterpieces that everyone will love.

Every destination in Thailand brings a new flavor, making tourists always eager to explore. The bustling night markets with countless specialties also contribute to the irresistible attraction of the cuisine of the land of golden temples.

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