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Independent Restaurant of the Year

For an independent restaurant delivering across the board, from what’s on the menu to the experience guests have when they walk through the door.

Judges will look at:
Food & Beverage Excellence | Guest Experience | Business Excellence

Independent Bar of the Year

For a standout independent bar bringing together a great beverage program, memorable atmosphere, strong hospitality and a business that works.

Judges will look at:
Food & Beverage Excellence | Experience & Hospitality | Business Excellence

Best New Independent Concept

For a new bar or restaurant that came to market with a fresh idea and brought it to life in a way that gets noticed.

Judges will look at:
Originality | Execution | Market Impact

Best Beverage Program

For a beverage program worth raising a glass to, whether the focus is cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, non-alcoholic drinks or a mix of it all.

Judges will look at:
Quality & Execution | Creativity & Innovation | Guest & Business Impact

Best Food Program

For a food program that delivers on quality and consistency while giving guests something they’ll want to come back for.

Judges will look at:
Quality & Consistency | Creativity & Innovation | Guest & Business Impact

Hospitality Excellence Award

For an operator or team that proves great hospitality is about more than what’s served. This award recognizes exceptional service, strong team culture and meaningful connections with guests and the community.

Judges will look at:
Guest Experience | Team Culture | Impact