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This is general orientation, not a guarantee — individual stalls vary enormously, and even in low-risk destinations, unlucky exposure can happen. The busy-stall rule (eat where locals are lining up) is the single best predictor of safety almost everywhere, regardless of the country's overall risk level.

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Why this is worth knowing before you go

The single best predictor of street food safety almost anywhere in the world isn't the country — it's the stall. Eat where the locals are lining up, and you're following the same rule that works in Bangkok, Mexico City, and Mumbai alike. But some destinations warrant more of that caution than others: places like Singapore and Taiwan have street food so safe it's a genuine highlight, while others reward a little extra care. A quick check before you go tells you which one you're headed to.

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