Discover strategies and innovations driving financial success in the dynamic world of food and beverage.

See it. Taste it. Experience it.

Bar & Restaurant Expo is specifically tailored to address the unique challenges facing the hospitality industry by offering practical solutions and innovative ideas to unlock untapped revenue streams.

From single-unit bar and restaurant operators, to national chains, hospitality groups, bartenders, and newbies just entering the business, join 13,000+ movers and shakers for an exciting and insightful event where experts and successful entrepreneurs come together to share their knowledge and strategies for maximizing profitability in the food and beverage sector.

Learn, network, test solutions, and sample food and beverage trends that can enhance your bottom line!

Bar & Restaurant Expo

Nominations Now Open! 2024 Industry Excellence Awards

Nominations close January 15, 2024

Celebrate the Bar and Restaurant Industry! The annual Industry Excellence Awards seeks to recognize, celebrate, and support the people who make the bar and restaurant industry great.

Categories include:

Individual Awards:

  • Bartender of the Year
  • Chef of the Year
  • Community Leadership Award 
  • NEW! Best New Hospitality Book
     

Venue Awards:

  • Bar of the Year
  • Restaurant of the Year
  • LGBTQIA+ Venue of the Year
  • Best Hospitality Training Program
  • NEW! Best Cocktail Program

2024 Event Schedule

MON

Mar 18

New! Start-Up Essentials Bootcamp

Add separate to any pass

9:00am-5:30pm

Limited Seats! Offsite Tours at Resorts World or Wynn Las Vegas

Add separate to any pass

12:30pm-3:00pm

Conference Sessions

VIP Pass or Education + Expo Pass

1:00pm-2:45pm

Workshops

New Workshop Start Times! VIP Pass only.

3:00pm-5:30pm (Later start time for St. Paddy's Day travel )

Welcome Kickoff Party at Ayu Dayclub

Included in all passes

6:00pm-8:30pm

Platinum Party at XS Nightclub

VIP Pass or Education + Expo Pass

9:00pm-11:00pm

TUE

Mar 19

Conference Sessions

VIP Pass or Education + Expo Pass

10:00am-4:45pm

Keynote

Included in all passes

11:00am-11:45am

Red Carpet & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Included in all passes

11:45am-12:00pm

Expo Hall Opens

Included in all passes

12:00pm-6:00pm

Happy Hours

Add separate to any pass

6:00pm-8:00pm

Platinum Party at OMNIA Nightclub

VIP Pass or Education + Expo Pass

9:00pm-11:00pm

WED

Mar 20

Conference Sessions

VIP Pass or Education + Expo Pass

9:30am-3:00pm

Expo Hall

Included in all passes

12:00pm-5:00pm

New! USBG Shake It Up Competition

Included in all passes

1:00pm-5:00pm

Industry Awards

Included in all passes

11:15am-12:00pm

Masterclasses

VIP Pass or Education + Expo Pass

1:00pm-3:00pm

Workshops

VIP Pass only.

1:00pm-3:00pm

The Expo Hall: Indulge your taste buds and explore profit-boosting solutions.

An immersive experience to sample cutting-edge flavors and demo emerging products designed to optimize efficiency and drive profitability. Highlights included with ALL registration passes excluding The Bistro (VIP Pass ONLY).

Exhibitor List

Exhibitor List

Start mapping your experience.

New! Cocktail Clubhouse

New! Cocktail Clubhouse

Complimentary beverage samples! Redefine the art of mixology, set new standards for craftsmanship, and unlock your profit potential behind the bar.
Get ready to witness the cocktail event of the year – the electrifying USBG Shake It Up Competition that will have you on the edge of your seats!

New! Industry Meetups

New! Industry Meetups

Elevate your networking game! We're excited to introduce a game-changing networking opportunity tailored to your professional needs.

The Bistro

The Bistro

VIP Pass attendees are invited to drop by The Bistro for a full restaurant setting—complete with food, drinks, and the latest technology.

Japanese Food & Beverage Showcase

Japanese Food & Beverage Showcase

Showcasing leading international suppliers.

Restaurant Zone

Restaurant Zone

Featuring the Kitchen Equipment Showcase, powered by Middleby, F&B Innovation Center, and The Bistro

Live Cooking Demos

Live Cooking Demos

The F&B Innovation Center sets the stage for excitement with LIVE cooking demos, food samples, and inspiration for your menu.

Zero Proof Experience

Zero Proof Experience

Complimentary beverage samples! Experience the fastest growing non-alc trends today.

Tea Bar

Tea Bar

Complimentary beverage samples! Spilling with new menu revenue streams.

NxT (Next)

NxT (Next)

Complimentary beverage samples! Magnifying the future of the industry with original tastings and solutions in a non-traditional environment.

Grab Your Expo Pass

Grab Your Expo Pass

And get ready to quench your thirst for new profits!

Education.

Leave equipped with endless strategies and tips, ensuring long-term profitability. (Mon-Wed)

Expo.

Immerse yourself in a world of flavors and unlock secrets to increased profitability. (Tue-Wed)

Networking.

Uncork new opportunities and collaborate with like-minded professionals day and night. (Mon-Tue)

Get the Scoop.

Seats are limited! Discover exclusive educational opportunities setting you on the path to excellence.

Startup Essentials Bootcamp

Startup Essentials Bootcamp

Everything a new or about to be owner/operator needs to master in order to open the doors for success.

VIP Workshops

VIP Workshops

Designed to equip you with valuable skills and insights for professional growth.

Resorts World Offsite Tour - Add Separate

Resorts World Offsite Tour - Add Separate

Limited capacity & transportation is provided! Restaurant Back of House Tour at Resorts World

Wynn Nightlife Offsite Tour - Add Separate

Wynn Nightlife Offsite Tour - Add Separate

Limited capacity & transportation is provided! Stroll behind the velvet ropes of Las Vegas most celebrated venues.

Attend innovative conference tracks to drive exponential profit growth.

Conference sessions are included with a VIP Pass or Education + Expo Pass.
Operations
Operations
Equip yourself with practical strategies and insights to enhance operational efficiency and boost profitability.
Guest Experience
Guest Experience
Discover the secrets behind creating unforgettable moments that keep patrons coming back for more through exceptional guest experiences that drive customer loyalty and elevate your establishment's reputation.
People & Staffing
People & Staffing
Be empowered to build and manage a high-performance team. Join us to unlock the secrets of successful staffing and the full potential of your bar or restaurant.
Food
Food
Learn how to enhance your food offerings while maximizing profitability.
Beverage
Beverage
Elevate your beverage offerings and maximize profitability and explore the world of beverages to enhance guest experiences and drive revenue.
Marketing & Promotions
Marketing & Promotions
Discover powerful marketing strategies, revenue-boosting promotions, and innovative tactics to effectively promote your venue, attract new customers, and engage with existing patrons.

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Let’s make them good for the world.

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Learn more about the Quest Zero initiative and specific actions already being taken to reduce emissions at events like this one.

Quest Zero Initiative

Let’s reach net zero together!

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