Celebrate Excellence
The RAMMYS celebrate one of Metropolitan Washington’s greatest assets: its restaurants!
Celebrate Excellence
The RAMMYS celebrate one of Metropolitan Washington’s greatest assets: its restaurants!
A Party with a Purpose
Hosted by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), The RAMMYS Awards Gala honors the exceptional ability and accomplishments of the hard-working individuals and organizations in the DC region’s restaurant and foodservice community.
2025 RAMMYS Finalists
The 2025 RAMMYS Finalists showcase the best of our diverse dining scene! From your neighborhood favorites to fine dining, beloved bars, and casual spots – the local flavor is strong.
Don't miss the main event! Join us to celebrate these culinary stars and applaud the winners at The RAMMYS Awards & Gala on August 3rd at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It's going to be an amazing night honoring the talent of DC's restaurants!
Vote For Your Favorite Restaurants
Vote for your favorite restaurants in 4 fun categories that brought you joy, delicious food and drink, great ambiance, and good times over the past year!
The Public Voting period runs through 5 pm, May 31, 2025.
2025 RAMMYS Honors Recipients
The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announces the 2025 RAMMY Honors recipients, recognizing decades of leadership in the restaurant and hospitality industry.
2025 RAMMYS Honors Recipients
The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announces the 2025 RAMMY Honors recipients, recognizing decades of leadership in the restaurant and hospitality industry.
Join us Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at the second annual RAMMYS Honors Cocktail Reception to celebrate the recipients of some of our industry’s most esteemed awards. Each recipient of these awards is a paragon of excellence in the restaurant industry, and it is a highlight of the season to gather them in one location to honor and celebrate their achievements.
We are proud to recognize leaders like Ruth Gresser, Virginia Ali, and Linda Roth, who embody what it means to lead with purpose, passion, and a commitment to uplifting their communities,” said Shawn Townsend, President and CEO of RAMW. “They aren’t just leaders, they’re legends. Their impact reaches beyond the plate — they’ve changed the way our region eats, gathers, and thrives.
A Cause for Celebration
In the Nation’s Capital, decisions are never made on an empty stomach.
A Cause for Celebration
In the Nation’s Capital, decisions are never made on an empty stomach.
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.
View the 2025 Finalists
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.
View Honors event information.
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.
View The RAMMYS Gala information.