Annual Restaurant Awards
Celebrating excellence in Nevada's restaurant industry across six award categories.
Nevada's Premier Restaurant Industry Event
The NvRA Annual Restaurant Awards is the signature event of the Nevada restaurant industry. Join us for an evening of cocktails, dinner, a silent auction, and the presentation of awards recognizing the best operators, employees, and community contributors in the state.
The evening brings together restaurant owners, chefs, managers, vendors, and industry leaders for a night of celebration and recognition.
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Six Award Categories
Nominations are accepted from NvRA members and the public. Winners are selected by a committee of industry peers.
Restaurateur of the Year
Recognizes an outstanding restaurant owner or operator who exemplifies leadership, business excellence, and community involvement.
Chef of the Year
Honors a chef who demonstrates culinary excellence, innovation, and dedication to the craft in a Nevada restaurant.
Employee of the Year
Celebrates a front-of-house or back-of-house employee who goes above and beyond in their role.
Community Impact Award
Recognizes a restaurant or operator that makes a measurable difference in their local community through service and giving.
Rising Star Award
Honors an emerging talent in the Nevada restaurant industry with five or fewer years in a leadership role.
Allied Member of the Year
Recognizes a vendor, supplier, or service provider who goes above and beyond in supporting Nevada's restaurant community.
Nomination Process
Know someone who deserves recognition? NvRA accepts nominations from members and the public. The process is simple:
2. Include the nominee's name, business, category, and a brief explanation
3. A selection committee of industry peers reviews all nominations
4. Finalists are notified and winners are announced at the ceremony
Past Winners
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- [STEPH: 2025 Restaurateur of the Year]
- [STEPH: 2025 Chef of the Year]
- [STEPH: 2025 Employee of the Year]
- [STEPH: 2025 Community Impact]
- [STEPH: 2025 Rising Star]
- [STEPH: 2025 Allied Member of the Year]
Celebrate Nevada's Best Restaurants
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