The Restaurateur Club

Where the Industry Comes Together

Curated gatherings where restaurant owners, brands and industry leaders meet, exchange ideas and build real relationships.

Restaurant owners exchanging ideas at a Restaurateur Club gathering in New York
The Restauranteur issue featuring members of The Restaurateur Club

Who joins the room

A speaker addressing restaurant owners at a Restaurateur Club gathering in New York

Restaurant Owners & Operators

Meet peers who understand restaurant operations firsthand.

A participant sharing an idea at a Restaurateur Club gathering in Silicon Valley

Restaurant Chain Brands

Join as operators, founders and long-term industry participants.

Restaurant professionals experiencing a kitchen demonstration in Chicago

Suppliers & Service Providers

Listen first, then contribute to relevant conversations.

Restaurant owners sharing ideas around a table in New York

Industry Professionals

Share experience and build relationships beyond one event.

Real Community Moments

Small conversations, shared tables and useful exchanges in cities across the country.

A speaker addressing restaurant owners at a Restaurateur Club gathering in New York
New York
A participant sharing an idea at a Restaurateur Club gathering in Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley
Restaurant professionals experiencing a kitchen demonstration in Chicago
Chicago
Restaurant owners sharing ideas around a table in New York
New York
Restaurant professionals in a roundtable presentation in Chicago
Chicago
Restaurant owners listening to a speaker at a WeFood gathering in Houston
Houston
Upcoming Event

Washington, DC Industry Gathering

September 15, 2026 · Washington, DC

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The Restaurateur Club is jointly initiated by WeFood and The Restauranteur. Come meet people who understand the industry.

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