State Restaurant Associations
Links to some of the nation's state restaurant association websites.
Alabama Restaurant Association Visit site
The Alabama Restaurant Association represents over 1,000 member restaurant properties and industry-related service companies. It is these members that help make the foodservice industry Alabama's second-largest employer and one of the state's most politically-active and public service oriented industries. Our members are the cornerstone of the Alabama community and economy. ARA restaurant members are also members of the National Restaurant Association.Arizona Restaurant Association Visit site
ARA is dedicated to educating Arizona’s current restaurateurs and their employees on the industry’s latest trends, management techniques and regulations. But ARA also cares about the food-service industry’s future.California State Restaurant Association Visit site
California cuisine has become a phenomenon, setting the standard for culinary and hospitality innovation worldwide. The California Restaurant Association (CRA) strives to be the definitive voice for this vibrant business, infusing our member restaurants’ signature creative spirit into our own mission as we help move the industry forward.
Delaware Restaurant Association Visit site
The Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) is the leading business association for the restaurant industry in Delaware. Comprised of more than 1900 restaurants, the industry employs a workforce of more than 40,000 people and is the largest component of Delaware’s tourism industry. As the number one small business employer and the fourth largest employer overall, the restaurant industry in Delaware creates an economic impact of over $1.3 billion.The DRA is the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to promoting, protecting and improving Delaware’s food service industry, which is the cornerstone of Delaware’s economy, careers and communities.
Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Visit site
The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association is among the most influential trade associations in Florida. The association was established in 1946 to represent the restaurant industry. Since that time, the scope of FRLA’s representation has expanded to include the entire hospitality industry including lodging establishments, restaurants and thousands of suppliers to the industry. The association counts among its members some of the largest businesses in each of these categories.The mission of FRLA is to Protect, Educate, and Promote the hospitality industry. The power and influence of FRLA is indisputable with a legislative track record to back it up. Led by CEO Carol Dover and an active Board of Directors, FRLA has been effective in influencing legislation that has saved the industry $1.2 billion in taxes and fees over the past 10 years.
Hawaii Restaurant Association Visit site
The Hawaii Restaurant Association is a non-profit trade association.HRA is dedicated to serving the needs of the restaurant, foodservice, hospitality and tourism industries in the state of Hawaii.
Together with the National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, the HRA works to represent, educate and promote this industry that is a cornerstone of the Hawaii economy…an industry with over 3,500 locations directly employing over 82,000 dedicated people.
Idaho Lodging and Restaurant Association Visit site
The Idaho Lodging & Restaurant Association is dedicated to preserving and improving the hospitality industry in Idaho by proactively creating a favorable political and regulatory environment and promoting and delivering programs, resources and benefits that address the needs of its members to help its members succeed.Illinois Restaurant Association Visit site
Founded in 1914, the Illinois Restaurant Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting, protecting, educating and improving the restaurant industry in Illinois.Indiana Restaurant Association Visit site
The Indiana Restaurant represents over 1,600 member restaurant properties and industry-related services companies. It is these members that help make the foodservice industry the nation's largest private sector employer and one of the state’s most politically active and public service oriented industries. Our members are the cornerstone of the Indiana community and economy.Iowa Restaurant Association Visit site
Iowa's Restaurant and Beverage Industry is an integral part of the state's economy. The state’s more than 6,000 eating and drinking establishments project annual sales of more than $3.2 billion in 2011.Iowa’s restaurant and beverage industry is the second largest private sector employer in the state with more than 145,100 employees.
The Iowa Restaurant Association promotes and protects the restaurant and retail beverage industries in the state of Iowa through:
Advocacy and Representation
Tools and Solutions
Education and Networking
Research and Insights
Responsible Stewardship
The IRA is the state affiliate of the National Restaurant Association, as such, state members receive dual membership in both organizations.
Kansas Restaurant and Hospitality Assocation Visit site
Founded to represent Kansas’ restaurants, hotels, motels, country clubs, private clubs and allied businesses and serve the interests of the members of the foodservice and hospitality industries in Kansas.Also, to lobby for industry friendly legislation, to promote quality food and services, to offer value added member services, and to be the resource for industry information and education to our members, their employees, government, media, and all other interested parties.
Kentucky Restaurant Association Visit site
The planning for the Kentucky Restaurant Association began in early 1963 between the Louisville Restaurant Association (formed in 1933) and the Bluegrass Restaurant Association (formed in 1960). The membership of these two local restaurant associations, which included Col. Harland Sanders, Ed Hasenour & Fred Kunz Sr., became charter members of the KRA, with Albert J.Grisanti of Casa Grisanti as the first president. In 1964, the association was very small, now there are almost 1000 Members. The Kentucky Restaurant Association is a non-profit organization, run by its members. A Board of Directors, all members of the KRA, runs the Association. Each year elections are held to elect a new Chair-Elect, and all other officers move up in their board position, with the current Chair moving to Immediate Past Chair.Committees are formed to help with the wide range of activities the KRA is involved in, from student scholarships to legislation to expos & "Tastes". These committees are also made up of members, who want to actively participate in the Association.
The state headquarters, located in Louisville, has a staff available to help with the organization of events & meetings, keep members informed of the benefits, lobby for restaurant issues in Washington & Frankfort, and help them with the daily questions and problems in their business.
Louisiana Restaurant Association Visit site
The Louisiana Restaurant Association was established in 1946 to promote, protect and serve the interests of the state’s foodservice and hospitality industry. Under the leadership of its original officers and directors, the association set forth several founding principles that continue to guide the association to this day. Since its inception, the LRA has become one of the most outstanding state restaurant associations in the nation and is heralded as a leader among all trade associations.Maine Restaurant Association Visit site
The Purpose of the Maine Restaurant Association is to:Promote the common business and professional interests of those engaged in the restaurant / prepared food service industry.
Offer a range of member services.
Represent the industry on a national, state, and local level.
Raise the level of professionalism within the industry through education and promotion of foodservice as a career.
Cooperate with other trade associations, industries and organizations that promote dining out and tourism.
Foster and maintain mutually beneficial professional and personal relationships among all categories of members.
Maryland Restaurant Association Visit site
The Restaurant Association of Maryland is the state trade association operated for the purpose of promoting, protecting and improving the foodservice industry.Michigan Restaurant Association Visit site
Since 1921, the MRA has served to enhance and nurture the growth and development of Michigan's hospitality industry. For over 88 years, restaurateurs have looked to the MRA for solid information and advice, money saving programs, and networking opportunities with their peers in the industry.Minnesota Hospitality Assocation Visit site
Minnesota's Restaurant, Lodging and Resort & Campground Associations are non-profit trade associations representing 2,200 restaurants, hotels, motels, resorts, campgrounds, B&Bs and their suppliers across the state. The leisure and hospitality industry enjoys $10.5 billion in annual sales, generates 15% of Minnesota's tax revenue and employs 250,000 people. One in 10 Minnesotans works in our industry. The associations serve as advocates of the industry, provide relevant educational opportunities, offer relationship-building and sharing and provide money-saving member benefits.Mississippi Hospitality & Restaurant Association Visit site
The Mississippi Hospitality & Restaurant Association is the only trade association in the state that exists solely for the purposes of helping you become successful.We have a menu of training programs, many of which are free of charge to our members. If its hourly training you need, we have the program. Need supervisory skills training? Look no farther. Allow MHRA to evaluate your financial's free of charge.
Our core of endorsed services is sure to bring more money to your bottom line. From credit card processing and music licensing to health insurance and workers compensation insurance, our programs and services will bring more money to your bottom line.
Missouri Restaurant Association Visit site
The MRA’s organizational activities and philosophy still focus on the member. MRA is unique among trade associations, with the high level of member involvement in the Association’s activities.The Missouri Restaurant Association is a state wide trade association with representing over 1500 member establishments. At the present time it has eight Chapters as extensions of the parent organization, each with its own Officers, Board of Directors, and limited budget. The association is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of five Officers, 33 Directors, and each President of the eight affiliated chapters.
Montana Restaurant Association Visit site
The Montana Restaurant Association became affiliated with the Montana Retail Association in 1996. Since then, the Restaurant Association (MTRA) has grown to nearly 300 members and encompasses all facets of the foodservice industry from quick serve to fine dining to institutional organizations and suppliers of the industry.Nebraska Restaurant Association Visit site
The Nebraska Restaurant Association provides members with the resources they need to succeed in a fast-paced industry with constantly changing regulations and customer desires.The Nebraska Restaurant Association creates value for members by promoting legislative interests of the industry, providing cooperative marketing and educational opportunities while protecting free enterprise.
Nevada Restaurant Association Visit site
Founded in 1982, the Nevada Restaurant Association (NvRA) is the leading business association serving the needs of food service operators in Nevada. Its sole mission is to promote, protect and educate Nevada’s restaurant industry. Membership with Nevada Restaurant Association offers a wide variety of products, services and support designed to provide a “one-stop-shop” for restaurateurs.New Hampshire Lodging and Restaurant Association Visit site
NHLRA is the state wide trade association for the hospitality and tourism industry in New Hampshire. We are a powerful lobby in Concord on behalf of the industry focusing on small business issues. We offer programs and services designed to give small businesses greater buying power, and we market our members direct to consumers to drive new business to your door.New Jersey Restaurant Association Visit site
Established in 1942, the New Jersey Restaurant Association (NJRA) has become an essential ingredient for successful and professional restaurants in New Jersey through its representation and education of the Garden State's 23,000 eating and drinking establishments generating $11.8 billion in annual sales and employing over 300,000 people making it the State's largest private sector employer. Eating and drinking establishments, vendors, non-profits, schools and students are eligible for membership.New York State Restaurant Association Visit site
For 75 years, NYSRA has been dedicated to protecting, promoting, representing, and educating our Members so that they can better serve the public. By pursuing this straightforward goal, we have become one of the most effective trade organizations in the state. The New York State Restaurant Association looks forward to the opportunities ahead and the continued prosperity for all of New York.North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association Visit site
The purpose and mission of NCRLA is to protect, promote, inform and improve the restaurant and lodging industries in North Carolina. NCRLA Lobbies the state General Assembly and regulatory agencies to safeguard the interests of its members, protecting their business interests while ensuring the safety, health and enjoyment of the dining and lodging public. In addition, we provide a host of products and services-- from discount training programs to group health insurance – that help our members stay ahead of the game.North Dakota Hospitality Association Visit site
Since 1955, The NDHA has represented and promoted North Dakota’s restaurant, lodging and beverage industry by influencing and enhancing the business and legislative climate for its members and by providing services, educational opportunities and increased visibility.Ohio Restaurant Association Visit site
The Ohio Restaurant Association (ORA) is the leading not-for-profit business trade association committed solely to furthering Ohio's foodservice industry.Founded in 1920, the ORA is backed with more than 90 years of industry experience. Through our commitment, experience and expertise, the ORA is dedicated to representation, education, assistance and promotion of Ohio's foodservice industry. This is why more than 2,400 companies, representing 5,000 locations in Ohio, invest in ORA membership.