California’s restaurant industry is booming!

With over 1.4 million people employed and generating more than $100 billion in annual revenue—making it one of the largest foodservice markets in the world. The California Restaurant Show is your ultimate opportunity to connect directly with the decision-makers driving this dynamic industry.

More than 89% of attendees hold purchasing power, representing restaurants, hotels, and foodservice businesses that are eager to discover the latest products and trends. Whether you’re launching a new product, building brand visibility, or connecting with key buyers, this show provides the platform to turn connections into contracts.

Showcase your brand where innovation meets opportunity and become part of California’s thriving culinary future!

The California Restaurant Show is the only comprehensive industry event devoted to the Western U.S. restaurant, foodservice, and hospitality market. The Show will provide you with a strategic forum to demonstrate your food products, technology, and equipment as well as discuss service solutions with current customers and new prospects. The California Restaurant Show is sponsored by the California Restaurant Association and produced and managed by Restaurant Events, LLC.

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A Highly Qualified Audience

Reach influential buyers and key decision-makers looking to discover innovative solutions.

Exclusive Opportunities

Stand out during the show with special features and sponsorship opportunities! Learn more here >

Unmatched Networking

Build relationships at the show - and with our established Assocaition Partners including The NYC Hospitality Alliance and The New York State Restaurant Association - you'll have the opportunity to connect with a highly-qualified, industry-centric audience.

Face-to-Face Business

Strengthen connections and close deals in an environment designed to drive results.

51%

increase in buyers from 2023 to 2024.

89%

Purchasing Authority

If you want to LAUNCH YOUR NEW PRODUCT, ACQUIRE NEW BUSINESS, INCREASE YOUR MARKET SHARE, or EXPAND YOUR REACH - LOOK NO FURTHER.

CORE AUDIENCE SEGMENTS:

Independent Operators

Foodservice

Multi-units

CRA Membersa

TOP ITEMS BEING SOURCED:

FOOD PRODUCTS

BEVERAGE

EQUIPMENT

PACKAGING & TAKE OUT SOLUTIONS

BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

TOP JOB TITLES:

OWNER

CHEF

MANAGER

SUPERVISOR

F&B OPERATIONS

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Restaurant
Full Service
Fine Dining
Pizzeria
Deli/Bakery
Hotel/Motel/Resort/Casino/Cruise Ship
University/Campus

Hospital
Municipal Service
Corporate Dining
Coffee Bar
Ice Cream/Yogurt
Country Club/Membership Club
Lounge/Bar/Nightclub

Non-Hotel Banquet Facility
Caterer
Sports Arena
Amusement Park
Convention Center
Real Estate
Consultant
Retail Store

Supermarket
Distributor
Dealer/Broker
Importer/Exporter
Manufacturer/Manufacturing Agent
Association
Restaurant
QSR - Franchise

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