Residents of cities throughout the United States take great pride in the delicious dishes put together by their local restaurants.

It’s all about savory meals, full tummies, and bragging rights.

So, which city claimed the crown for 2025 in Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers Choice Awards?

None other than Oakland, which earned the No. 1 spot for the second straight year.

What They Say About Oakland’s Food Scene

“There’s no wrong neighborhood from which to start exploring Oakland’s staggeringly diverse food scene,” Conde Naste Traveler declares.

“In Temescal, located in the north of the city, you’ll find buzzy soul food spot Burdell, as well as out-of-the-box pizzas (think toppings like Monterey Bay squid and chanterelles) at fan-favorite Pizzaiolo; Fruitvale, named after the fruit orchards

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