Who attends the National Restaurant Show?
The National Restaurant Show is the largest annual foodservice industry gathering in the Western hemisphere where over 35,000 decision-making operators, dealers and distributors representing the commercial chain, commercial independent, non-commercial, retail and lodging segments gather to find the latest innovations in food, beverage, equipment, supplies and more.
The Entire Foodservice Ecosystem
Commercial-Chains
Discover new-to-market products, groundbreaking tech solutions and world-class industry insights—valuable resources that show you where the industry is headed and how you can capitalize.
Commercial-Independents
Learn how to overcome your biggest challenges—from supply chain woes and operational inefficiencies to labor issues and more—and find the suppliers and products needed to execute newfound strategies and put new plans into motion.
Non-Commercial
Find the people, products and insights you need to elevate your offerings, wow diners and boost your bottom line. From the latest culinary techniques and labor recruitment strategies to food prep innovations and emerging plant-based ingredients—it’s all at the Show.
Retail
Find out how to revamp your to-go offerings, win customers and compete with QSRs. Get the latest data-backed insights on menu trends and consumer behavior, see award-winning food, beverage and equipment products and learn hot new culinary techniques.
Lodging
Grow your F&B program through access to the latest menu trends, space-saving equipment, grab-and-go items and more. Get everything you need transform your operation into a dining destination that attracts guests and locals alike.
Dealer/ Distributor
Reconnect with partners, see the latest products and get the scoop on upcoming trends. Gain an unrivaled perspective on all things foodservice and become the industry authority that operators can look to for innovative, up-to-date solutions.
The National Restaurant Show presents foodservice as it truly is—a vibrant industry alive with possibilities and growth opportunities, perfect for young professionals looking to build exciting, fulfilling careers.
Join us in 2025 to meet innovative thinkers, get the latest insights on trends and discover all you can be and where you can go in foodservice.
Learn MoreWhat attendees say?
Don't take our word for it, check out what our attendees had to say about the 2024 Show
"There’s much more variety at the National Restaurant Show than at any other industry shows. Vendors are on the cusp of trends that we are seeing come through the industry. More versatility and variety here."
- Courtney Hargreaves & Dina Kljuno, Event Sales Managers, Dave and Busters
"My favorite part of the Show is being able to connect with the suppliers who I maybe haven't had exposure to, and getting one-on-one time with them."
- Ursula Shearer, Director of Business Development, Costco
"It’s a must-see—huge, with a lot of variety and a lot of vendors. Very organized, very clean, and a lot of friendly people."
- Majed Rizk, President and CEO, Xcel Micro Solutions
"It makes a difference that there are a lot of attendees from around the world. Also, the innovation is really nice and really different from other shows."
- Maria Gomez, Sales Representative, Pepsi Colombia
"This was the best event I have ever been to. There were so many exhibits to see, so many actives to do, I just wish I had more time. Also definitely download the app. it makes everything easier."
- 2024 Attendee
