British cuisine often gets a bad rap, with divisive dishes like jellied eels and haggis giving it an unfair reputation. But there's so much more to the UK’s culinary heritage than quirky, love-it-or-hate-it fare. At its heart, British food is all about simple, satisfying comfort – meals that warm you from the inside out and leave you smiling. These beloved classics are proof that Britain has served up more than its share of delicious contributions to the global table.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover the UK's most beloved dishes, counting down to the most iconic of all.

We've based our ranking on the popularity and cultural significance of each food, and on the opinions of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.

British foods the world adores