The countdown is on! As 2025 draws to a close, the DMV's culinary scene is gearing up to deliver unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebrations. Whether you're looking for a formal, multi-course feast, a lively cocktail party with friends, or a sophisticated spot to ring in 2026, RAMW members across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia have everything you need to welcome the new year in style.

Hundreds of Jobseekers Attend Event at DOES HQ
Today, the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services (DOES) hosted a hiring event in partnership with the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) at DOES Headquarters. The hiring event focused on the restaurant and hospitality industries to help DC residents secure employment during the holidays and beyond.

Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner, a lively celebration, or just want to treat yourself, our local restaurants are ready to make your holidays unforgettable.

Restaurants that stand the test of time—weathering challenges, serving generations, and becoming cornerstones of their communities—form the heart of our region’s vibrant culinary landscape.

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) proudly supports Mayor Muriel Bowser, the District of Columbia government, and the Washington Commanders in their collaborative effort to redevelop the historic RFK Stadium site. This transformative project represents a significant opportunity for the restaurant and hospitality industry in Washington, D.C.

On behalf of the restaurant industry in the District of Columbia, I am writing to ask you to move quickly and pass S.1077, District of Columbia Local Funds Act, to enable the District’s government to spend already approved local funds to ensure a safe, clean, and functioning business environment for operators across the city.

RAMW was featured on the April 16, 2025 episode of FOX 5 DC Lion Lunch Hour.

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) unveiled the finalists for the 2025 RAMMYS Awards & Gala on Monday, April 14, during a reception that brought together local chefs, restaurateurs, and industry leaders.

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of Washington, D.C.'s culinary professionals who have been named finalists for the 2025 James Beard Foundation Awards