27 Underrated Foodie Cities You've Probably Never Considered

27. Belgrade, Serbia: Smoky, Hearty, and Seriously Underrated

Belgrade might surprise you. This gritty, vibrant Balkan capital is packed with smoky kafanas, riverside grills, and bustling markets overflowing with cured meats, cheeses, and ajvar (a smoky red pepper spread). Serbian cuisine is unapologetically rich—think ćevapi (grilled minced meat), sarma (cabbage rolls), and flaky burek. Wash it down with a shot of rakija, and you’re dining like a local. What Belgrade lacks in polish, it makes up for in soul—and a fierce pride in food that’s made to comfort and celebrate.