From statewide tasting events to industry showcases and recognition ceremonies, the Iowa Restaurant Association hosts a wide range of events that bring together professionals from across the hospitality industry. Whether you’re networking, competing, or celebrating, there’s something for everyone.
Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center
This one-of-a-kind event brings together food and beverage professionals from across Iowa.
Explore the latest innovations, connect with suppliers, and celebrate the best our industry has to offer.
Each year, we recognize Iowa’s best at our signature industry celebration.
Nominate outstanding peers or join us in honoring chefs, restaurateurs, employees, and emerging leaders.
Award categories include:
Restaurateur/Bar Operator of the Year
Chef of the Year
Employee of the Year
Emerging Hospitality Leader
Purveyor Employee of the Year
Restaurant Neighbor Philanthropy Award
The American Dream Award
An evening of culinary tourism and celebration!
Taste the best of Iowa’s food scene, sample wine and beverages, enjoy live music, and vote for your favorite chef creations in the People’s Choice contest.
This event features the finalists from the statewide Culinary Competition.
Enter to win the title of Iowa’s Top Chef!
Chefs create a unique dish featuring Iowa beef and soy, which is judged by a traveling panel. Finalists present their dishes at the Grand Tasting Gala for a public tasting and final vote.
Iowa Restaurant Association
1501 42nd Street, Suite 294
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Office Hours: Mon-Thurs 9 AM-3 PM
Fri- 9 AM-12 PM
Phone: (515) 276-1454
Email: info@restaurantiowa.com
