In the heart of the Nation’s Capital, the table is where voices are heard and communities are built. But for our industry to thrive, we must ensure there is A Seat for Everyone.

As the region’s premier celebration of culinary excellence, The RAMMYS honor the hard-working individuals and visionary teams across DC, Maryland, and Virginia who keep our dining scene world-class. From the creative talent in the kitchen to the dedicated professionals on the floor, this is the night the industry comes together to celebrate its own.

A new setting. The same iconic celebration.

The RAMMYS Awards & Gala will step into a new era at The Wharf, Washington's thriving hospitality waterfront district!

For the first time, the Awards ceremony will be hosted at the iconic Arena Stage - cultivating a distinguished experience where honorees can celebrate with colleagues, family and industry pioneers - while a dynamically expanded post-awards celebration will invite revelers from all corners of the industry to The Anthem, one of the nation’s most exciting live music and events venues. Read the press release.

The Road to the RAMMYS: Key Dates

The celebration starts long before the final envelope is opened. Mark your calendars for these upcoming milestones:

• April 6: The Finalist Announcement. Join us at our exclusive live event to see who makes the short list.

• May 5: The RAMMYS Honors. A dedicated moment to celebrate our special distinction awardees and honorary milestones before the big night.

• June 29: The 44th Annual RAMMY Awards Gala. "The RAMMYS is more than just an awards ceremony; it’s a testament to the resilience and creativity of our incredible restaurant community. We can't wait to welcome you to a fresh, elevated experience this June."

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RAMW ANNOUNCES MAYOR MURIEL BOWSER AS THE 2026 DUKE ZEIBERT CAPITAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD HONOREE

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington is proud to announce Muriel Bowser as the recipient of the 2026 Duke Zeibert Capital Achievement Award.

A steadfast champion of D.C.’s restaurant and small business community, Mayor Bowser’s leadership has helped expand opportunity, strengthen neighborhoods, and support the industry that powers our city.

She will be honored this May at The RAMMYS Honors Cocktail Reception at the historic Watergate Hotel, an evening celebrating the leaders, visionaries, and change makers shaping the region’s dining community.

As we gather during International Women’s Month, we’re also proud to recognize and celebrate the many women whose talent, leadership, and influence continue to help shape and strengthen our hospitality industry.

The celebration leads up to the 44th Annual The RAMMYS Awards & Gala on June 29, 2026, honoring the people and places that make the DMV dining scene thrive.

The RAMMYS Honors Cocktail Reception will be held at The Watergate Hotel on May 5, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. More Honorees will be announced soon. Tickets, reserved tables, and sponsorships available. View the full press release.

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. View Sponsorship Opportunities

The RAMMYS 2026 Menu

The RAMMYS FINALISTS ANNOUNCEMENT EVENT

April 6, 2026

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.

2026 Finalists to be announced!

The RAMMYS Honors COCKTAIL RECEPTION

May 5, 2026

At the third 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.

View Honors event sponsorship information.

44th Annual The RAMMYS Awards and Gala

June 29, 2026

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.


View The RAMMYS Gala sponsorship information.