10. Austin, Texas
- Affordability: 17
- Accessibility, diversity, and quality: 15
And here we are at the top 10 of the list… Austin. In general, tourists describe Austin as being energetic, vibrant, artsy, and sometimes wacky. However, Travel + Leisure magazine named Austin “America’s next great food town” a couple of years ago. If you live in Austin, you know how big the lines at Franklin Barbecue can be, but just so you know, things that usually take longer to make, happen to be totally worth the wait.
9. Chicago, Illinois
- Affordability: 103
- Accessibility, diversity, and quality: 8
Chicago has relatively affordable prices and some visitors think that the city has better food than Los Angeles, which ranks higher on the list. Nevertheless, one thing is certain: Chicago’s food scene is heaven on earth. While in Chicago, you cannot miss Pequod’s pizza. For a totally new experience, Chicago is home to various international cuisines. From Little India on Devon Avenue to Greektown, Chicago food-style is music to the ears.
