WHY EXHIBIT AT THE CALIFORNIA RESTAURANT SHOW?

California’s restaurant industry is booming!

With over 1.4 million people employed and generating more than $100 billion in annual revenue, the market in the region's restaurant and foodservice space presents a massive opportunity! 

The California Restaurant Show enables exhibitors to get direct face time with buyers in the industry who are actively open to engaging with new supplier options, inundating your database and sales pipeline with qualified contacts who answer your calls! 
Below you can find detailed info on exhibiting and sponsoring as well as contact information for our trade show experts who are standing by to assist you:

HEAR FROM EXHIBITORS ON THE VALUE GAINED FROM PARTICIPATING!


 

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.

 

"Exhibiting at the California Restaurant Show in August 2025 was a game-changer for Pampanga Food Company. The show management's outstanding work in facilitating a smooth experience for both exhibitors and attendees was evident. We had the opportunity to meet with hundreds of potential clients, creating invaluable connections and generating a significant number of leads. The seamless organization allowed us to focus on showcasing our products and maximizing our presence. This event provided a fantastic platform to grow our business, and we are grateful for the professional and positive environment that the show management cultivated."  

Alan Paggao
Head of Marketing |  Pampanga Food Company

By exhibiting, you'll gain access to: 

Unmatched Networking

Build relationships at the show! And thanks to our Sponsor, The California Restaurant Association, you'll have the opportunity to connect with a highly-qualified, industry-centric audience.

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! 

Face-to-Face Business

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

This event is your best business-to-business option if restaurant or foodservice operators are your target audience.

64%
NEW attendees in 2025.
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
CHEFS
FOODSERVICE PROFESSIONALS
MULTI-UNIT OPERATORS
CRA MEMBERS

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

BUSINESS | ORGANIZATION TYPES WHO ATTEND THE SHOW

  • 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