Foodish vs TheCocktailDB
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Foodish vs TheCocktailDB: common questions
Which is more reliable, Foodish or TheCocktailDB?
On our scheduled checks, TheCocktailDB leads on measured uptime — Foodish at —% versus TheCocktailDB at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do Foodish and TheCocktailDB need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Foodish is callable with no signup, and TheCocktailDB is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Foodish and TheCocktailDB from the browser?
Yes — both Foodish and TheCocktailDB send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Foodish and TheCocktailDB free for commercial use?
Foodish has unclear commercial terms, and TheCocktailDB has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.