The RAMMYS Awards & Gala benefits the work of the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington and the RAMW Educated Eats Foundation.

RAMW has served as a catalytic champion for the Greater Washington Region’s world-class restaurant and foodservice community for more than a century. We’re bold advocates for policies that strengthen our members and grow the industry. We provide vital resources to help turn culinary vision into thriving careers and businesses.

The RAMMYS 2025 Menu

The RAMMYS FINALISTS ANNOUNCEMENT EVENT

April 14, 2025

The RAMMYS “season” starts with an exclusive Finalist Announcement event for each of the 20+ exciting categories. It is a perfect start to align your brand as a key partner in the industry and create custom branding opportunities in this exciting networking environment.

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The RAMMYS Honors COCKTAIL RECEPTION

July 1, 2025

At the second annual RAMMYS Honors event, we will celebrate the recipients of some of our industry’s most esteemed awards. Drawing stakeholders, industry professionals, and more to celebrate the accomplishments of the Honorees.

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43rd Annual RAMMYS Awards and Gala

August 3, 2025

The RAMMYS are the Oscars of the DC restaurant scene. Thousands will gather to honor the talent and ingenuity of Metropolitan Washington’s leading culinary artists and restaurateurs. More than a typical awards gala, the RAMMYS is not to be missed.


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