San Diego Chapter

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Get to know the San Diego Chapter

California Restaurant Association San Diego County Chapter

Get to know the San Diego Chapter

The CRA’s San Diego Chapter brings together a network of industry leaders to connect, collaborate, give back to the local community, and learn about issues affecting them. We are active in community and philanthropic events across San Diego. The Chapter’s Education Committee participates in events benefiting the culinary arts programs at local high schools, the hospitality and tourism management program at San Diego State University and assists in planning the Annual High School Hospitality Conference for high school students to learn, hands-on, about the hospitality industry as a whole. In addition, we organize San Diego Restaurant Week in the Spring and Fall, host the Annual Gold Medallion Awards Dinner, and many other events throughout the year to give our members the opportunity to come together to build relationships, share ideas and have fun! The San Diego Chapter also has an active Government Affairs Committee that works to inform the chapter of ongoing legislation and encourages its members to unify to act on issues involving all aspects of the restaurant industry.



San Diego Chapter Events

Get involved with the San Diego Chapter events!

 

ServSafe Food Protection Manager training

SPANISH San Diego/La Mesa: ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification

Monday, Feb 12 | 8 – 4:00 PM

The Brigantine – La Mesa
9350 Fuerte Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941

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San Diego Restaurant Week. Sunday, March 3rd through Sunday, March 10th

San Diego Restaurant Week (Spring)

Mar 3 – 10

This delicious 8 days is the perfect opportunity to explore the trending food scene of the Spring 2024. Make meaningful culinary connections this Restaurant Week and center it around those you love to spend the most time with or those you are just getting to know! Delicious food is a great way to connect with others and bring people together.

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High School Hospitality Conference

High School Hospitality Conference

Wednesday, Mar 13 | 8 – 3:00 PM

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
222 Marina Park Way
San Diego, CA 92101

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Fish Preparation - seared fish with lemon

Mini Seminar: Fish Preparation

Wednesday, Mar 27 | 8:45 – 11:00 AM

Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock Street
San Diego, CA 92110

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NRA PAC

Restaurants Act Public Affairs Conference 2024

Monday, Apr 15 – 17

Washington, D.C.

Reserve your room before the room block deadline on March 22nd. Early Bird pricing ends March 1st.

REGISTER HERE

ServSafe Food Protection Manager training

San Diego/La Mesa: ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification

Tuesday, Apr 23 | 8 – 4:00 PM

The Brigantine – La Mesa
9350 Fuerte Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941

REGISTER HERE

Annual Gold Medallion Awards

San Diego Chapter: 39th Annual Gold Medallion Awards

Tuesday, Jun 25 | 5 – 9:00 PM

Town and Country Resort Hotel
500 Hotel Cir N
San Diego, CA 92108

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Padres Industry Night

San Diego Padres Restaurant Industry Night 2024

Tuesday, Aug 20 | 6:30 PM

Petco Park
100 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101

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San Diego Chapter All Member Meeting

San Diego Chapter All Member Meeting

Thursday, Sep 5 | 8:30 – 10:30 AM

Tom Ham’s Lighthouse
2150 Harbor Island Dr
San Diego, CA 92101

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San Diego Restaurant Week Fall 2024

San Diego Restaurant Week (Fall)

Sep 22 – 29

This delicious 8 days is the perfect opportunity to explore the trending food scene of the Fall 2024. Make meaningful culinary connections this Restaurant Week and center it around those you love to spend the most time with or those you are just getting to know! Delicious food is a great way to connect with others and bring people together.

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Coronado Golf Course

Annual Chapter Golf Tournament

Monday, Oct 21 | 1:00 PM SHOTGUN

Coronado Golf Course
2000 Visalia Row
Coronado, CA 92118

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Get to know the San Diego Chapter

Member Benefits. Why join the CRA?

Your voice is an important part of the success of our community. By investing in membership, you will have a platform to share your public policy priorities, gain access to business-building tools and develop meaningful relationships with your peers.

CRA members receive exclusive discounts on chapter events. 

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Joanna Pearce

San Diego Chapter Manager

(858) 336-4340

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Josh Vavao

Vice President of Membership Sales

(916) 431-2752

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FAQs

Why should I become a restaurant member of the CRA?

Each restaurant has its own reason for joining- from advocacy to discounts and more. As a member, your voice plays an important role in the fight to keep the industry healthy. Some of our restaurant members have been a part of the CRA family for over 25 years.

Become a Member

Question icon Who else are restaurant members of the CRA?
  Our member base consists of over 18,000 members just like you across the state. Most of our members are independently owned businesses who want to save money, stay up to date and have an active voice in the rules and legislation governing our industry.
Question icon Is there a way to see how much my business could save with a CRA restaurant membership?
  Yes, we created an easy-to-use Savings Calculator to help you see how much you could save with a CRA restaurant membership.
Question icon Once I am a member, how can I get involved?
  We encourage our members to stay up to date and active with our advocacy work. There are also tons of opportunities for networking and continuing education through our chapter events.
Question icon How are restaurant membership dues calculated?
  Restaurant membership dues are based on all California locations’ combined gross annual sales (food and beverage). Membership starts at $485 annually.

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