Nominations for Arizona Restaurant Association 2025 Foodist Awards Now Open
Arizona Restaurant Association Announces Foodist Awards Nominations Open Through December 2
Annual Awards Event Recognizes Local Hospitality Industry Establishments and People
PHOENIX — The Arizona Restaurant Association (ARA) is pleased to announce that nominations for the annual Foodist Awards are now live. Food enthusiasts have the opportunity to support the food and beverage industry by nominating their favorite food, beverage, restaurant, chef and more in specific categories. In 2024, more than 6,500 nominations were received with 2024 Foodist Award winners announced in June. Nominations for 2025 take place online HERE through December 2nd.
Award categories include:
Food & Beverage
Standout Signature Dish
Most Crave-Worthy Burger
Top Sushi Restaurant
Arizona Grown Purveyors
Favorite Local Craft Beer
Most Creative Handcrafted Cocktail Program
Experiences
Outstanding Bar/Nightlife Experience
Ultimate Patio Atmosphere
Exceptional Culinary Experience
Coolest Speakeasy Experience
Restaurant
Emerging Restaurant of the Year
Uniquely Arizona
Outstanding Hospitality Group
Phenomenal Fast Casual Concept
People
Team Member of the Year
Manager of the Year
Top Mixologist/Bartender
Top Chef
Food Pioneer
The Foodist Awards ceremony is set to take place Monday, March 24, 2025 at Warehouse 215 in Phoenix. For complete considerations and details for voting, visit foodistawards.com.
About the Arizona Restaurant Association (ARA): Dedicated to helping its members become leaders in their communities through building customer loyalty, escalating awareness of food safety and healthy living. The ARA bolsters a thriving industry, rewarding workforce, works to increase financial success and is the brainchild of events that support the state’s culinary scene including Arizona Restaurant Week and the Foodist Awards. For more, visit azrestaurant.org.