Chef-Driven Dining: Why These DiRōNA Restaurants Belong on Your Must-Visit ListPhoto Credit: République in Los Angeles, CADining out has never been just about eating. It’s about trust, creativity, and the thrill of stepping into a place where every detail — from the bread basket to the final pour of
What to Expect at DiRōNA’s 35th‑Anniversary Event in Napa ValleyAs a DiRōNA‑awarded restaurateur, you know that excellence in hospitality goes beyond mere accolades—it’s a lifestyle. This year marks DiRōNA’s 35th anniversary, and to celebrate, the organization is hosting a memorable, immersive event
Distinguished Restaurants of North America Partners with Canadian Group Purchasing Organization QUASEPDistinguished Restaurants of North America Partners with Canadian Group Purchasing Organization QUASEPNiagara Falls, NY, August 15, 2025 – The Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRōNA) is
The Art of AmbianceThe Art of AmbiancePhoto Credit: COQODAQ in New York, NYNot all dining experiences are created equal. Some meals fade from memory moments after the check is paid. Others linger — not just for the flavors, but for how they made you feel. The lighting. The music. The quiet elegance
Distinguished Restaurants of North America Names Rex Chandler and Rina Tonon as 2025 Hall of Fame InducteesDistinguished Restaurants of North America Names Rex Chandler and Rina Tonon as 2025 Hall of Fame InducteesThe Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRōNA) is proud to announce the add
Awarded in 2025: Part of a Legacy of ExcellenceAwarded in 2025: Part of a Legacy of ExcellencePhoto Credit: Al Biernat’s in Dallas, TXYou already know what it takes to run a restaurant at the highest level. The daily discipline. The attention to detail. The commitment to hospitality that can’t be fa
The Return of Caviar: A Luxury Experience That’s More Accessible Than You ThinkThe Return of Caviar: A Luxury Experience That’s More Accessible Than You ThinkCaviar. The very word whispers luxury. A delicacy once reserved for royalty, it has become a signature of refined dining, a marker of moments
DiRōNA Celebrates 35 Years and Welcomes Over 150 New Restaurants to its Award of Excellence ListDiRōNA Celebrates 35 Years and Welcomes Over 150 New Restaurants to its Award of Excellence ListPhoto Credit: Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House in TorontoThe Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRō
The Legacy of DiRōNA: 35 Years of Recognizing Culinary GreatnessThe Legacy of DiRōNA: 35 Years of Recognizing Culinary GreatnessPhoto Credit: Michael’s on East in Sarasota, FLIn 1990, the Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRōNA) was founded with a clear purpose: to recognize restaurants t
