Nominate your favorite restaurant for the 2025 James Beard Awards

Do you have a favorite restaurant that you think deserves a 2025 James Beard Award? If so, nominate them because the James Beard Foundation is accepting submitting now through November 29.

The James Beard Awards which are presented by Capital One recognize exceptional talent in the culinary arts, hospitality, food media, and the broader food system, as well as those who show a demonstrated commitment to equity, community, sustainability, and creating a culture where all can thrive.

The 2025 James Beard Awards will celebrate the the 35th anniversary of the founding of the Awards which will commemorate the transformative role the awards have played in recognizing culinary excellence and shaping the evolution of American food culture while reaffirming the Foundation’s commitment to leading and supporting the industry for years to come.

As the awards are celebrating a pivotal anniversary, the James Beard Foundation will launch the new Impact Awards program and an expanded focus on beverages, with three new categories as part of the Restaurant and Chef Awards.

“It was a privilege to recognize such a phenomenal array of talent, leaders, and changemakers from across the country in 2024, and we look forward to celebrating even more of the industry next year with the launch of three new beverage-focused Awards categories,” said Dawn Padmore, Vice President of Awards, James Beard Foundation.

“As a culinary professional, I know first-hand the impact the Awards can have on one’s career. I look forward to lending my deep experience in the industry and on the Awards Committee to this important work.” said Elizabeth Falkner, chef, advocate, and member of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees.

The new Impact Awards will honor “changemakers in climate change, sustainability, equity, advocacy, and industry culture and practices.”

“The independent restaurant industry and broader food system at large stand at a critical juncture with great challenge and opportunity. These Awards will bring national attention to the visionary leaders driving material progress towards a thriving, sustainable, and resilient food future. We look forward to honoring their achievements in 2025, while continuing to engage with our Leadership Award alumni.” said Clare Reichenbach, CEO of the James Beard Foundation.

Entries for the James Beard Awards can be submitted until November 29 at 11:59 p.m. ET. You can submit HERE.

The 2025 James Beard Awards dates are:

• Media Awards: Saturday, June 14, 2025
• Impact Awards (new program): Sunday, June 15, 2025
• Restaurant and Chef Awards: Monday, June 16, 2025

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