Philadelphia Among Nation's Best 'Foodie Cities,' Study Says

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Philadelphia Among Nation's Best 'Foodie Cities,' Study Says A new study finds that Philadelphia is among the country's food-friendliest metropolitan areas. See the rankings from WalletHub here.

PHILADELPHIA —Here is news that's easy to digest: When it comes to finding the best — and least expensive — dining options, Philadelphia is among the best cities in America.

That's according to WalletHub. The personal finance website has ranked more than 180 of the nation's most populated cities in order of "foodie friendliness."

Philadelphia fared fairly well in the new study, coming in at No. 26.

"In the best foodie cities, 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.

"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."

According to WalletHub, Philadelphia is a wallet friendly city that caters to those who enjoy exploring local eateries, cooking at home or both. To determine the city's ranking, the website used metrics that ranged from the cost of groceries to the affordability and accessibility of high-quality restaurants to the number of food festivals per capita.

Here are the top 15 foodie-friendly cities in the study:

1. Miami, FL
2. San Francisco, CA.
3. Orlando, FL
4. Portland, OR
5. Tampa, FL
6. Sacramento, CA
7. Las Vegas, NV
8. Seattle, WA
9. Denver, CO
10. San Diego, CA