Programs

Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week

The Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week, a semi-annual event owned, produced and promoted by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), brings diners flocking to the area’s vibrant restaurants and bars to enjoy good company and delicious plates. Held twice yearly in winter and summer.

Spring Wine Fling

Spring Wine Fling celebrates the changing of seasons through wine perfectly paired with two-course prix fixe dinner menus. Held at the start of the spring season annually.

DC Cocktail Week

DC Cocktail Week, one of the region's most "spirited" events, celebrates our local cocktail culture by highlighting tasty cocktails perfectly paired with delicious bites for a great price.

Participating restaurants and bars enhance their engagement by offering a range of enticing activities such as cocktail classes, happy hours, and creative events. Held in the fall season annually.

The RAMMYS Awards & Gala

The RAMMY Awards Gala, established in 1982, honors the exceptional ability and accomplishments of the hard-working individuals and organizations of the Washington, DC region’s restaurant and foodservice community. 

Named the #1 Food & Restaurant event by BIZBASH Magazine since 2008, The RAMMYS celebrate one of Metropolitan Washington’s greatest assets: its restaurants! A RAMMY Award has become the most prestigious award presented to members of the restaurant food and beverage industry in the Washington Metropolitan region. In addition to being a celebratory evening attended by more than 2,500 industry professionals, supporters and local and international media outlets, The RAMMY Awards is the largest fundraiser for the association.