Built for Restaurant Operators
NvRA fights for your business in Carson City and Washington, D.C., saves you money through exclusive member programs, and connects you with Nevada's restaurant community.
Legislative Advocacy
We monitor 500+ bills every session and fight the ones that threaten your business. Your membership funds lobbying, coalition-building, and grassroots mobilization.
Our Priorities →Training & Certification
ServSafe Food Manager and Alcohol certifications at member rates. Workforce development programs that connect you with job-ready candidates.
Training Programs →Member Savings
Exclusive discounts on workers' comp, credit card processing, health insurance, POS systems, and more. Many members save thousands annually.
See Benefits →Legal Center
Member legal hotline with three free consultations per year. Employment law guides, compliance checklists, and a searchable FAQ database.
Legal Resources →Networking Events
Mix & Mingle at top Nevada restaurants, Annual Restaurant Awards, and Nevada Restaurant Week. Connect with operators who understand your challenges.
View Events →ProStart Education
Building the next generation of hospitality talent through our high school culinary and restaurant management program operating in schools across Nevada.
About ProStart →Advocacy Hot Topics
Your membership dues fund the fights that protect your business. Here is what we are working on right now:
The Retirement of the Penny Could Cost Restaurants
The U.S. Mint is ending penny production. The NRA is urging Congress to pass the Common Cents Act to protect restaurants from rounding-related losses.
New Hemp Limits Could Reshape Beverage Menus
Congress set a 0.4 mg total THC per container cap. The $28.3 billion hemp-THC market has one year to comply, impacting restaurant beverage programs.
Restaurants Join Swipe Fee Reform Fight
Credit card swipe fees are the third-highest operating cost for restaurants. Nevada will join the reform fight in the 2027 legislative session.
Mandatory Retirement Plans Coming Sept. 1, 2025
SB 305 requires businesses with 6+ employees and 36+ months of operation to offer a retirement plan through Nevada Employee Savings Trust (NEST).
Connect with Nevada's Restaurant Community
Mix & Mingle
Casual networking at top Nevada restaurants. Meet fellow operators, share ideas, and build relationships in a relaxed setting.
Learn More →Annual Restaurant Awards
Celebrating excellence in Nevada's restaurant industry. Cocktail hour, silent auction, dinner, and awards ceremony.
Learn More →ProStart Invitational
Nevada's top high school culinary students compete for scholarships and national recognition. See the future of our industry.
Learn More →Join Nevada's Restaurant Community
NvRA membership is not an expense. It is an investment that delivers measurable ROI through cost savings, advocacy victories, and competitive advantages.
- Legislative advocacy in Carson City and Washington, D.C.
- Legal hotline with 3 free consultations per year ($600+ value)
- Exclusive vendor discounts on workers' comp, POS, insurance, and more
- ServSafe certifications at member rates
- Networking events and industry recognition
- Compliance resources and operational guides
Membership Starts At
Restaurant membership for establishments under $250K in annual sales
Allied Membership
$650 /year
For vendors, suppliers, and service providers
Ready to Protect Your Business?
Join Nevada's restaurant community. Your membership funds advocacy, saves you money, and gives you a seat at the table.
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