Restaurant · Vertical x Month
Across 2026, January accounts for 11 Restaurant conferences, which puts it 8th among every month.
Jan 11–13, 2026Orlando, FL2k–5k attendees
Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, ICR Conference has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Restaurant industry. If you're selling into the Restaurant space, this conference should be on your shortlist.
Jan 26–28, 2026Los Angeles, CA2k–5k attendees$$$$ ticket
Based on 2k–5k annual attendees, ALIS Americas Lodging Investment Summit ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Restaurant sector. Entry at $$$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Restaurant industry, this show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Jan 24–26, 2026Las Vegas, NV1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket
With 1k–2k industry professionals on the floor, Clover x Shark Tank Summit sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and our team places it among Silver events drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Restaurant market, the show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Jan 27–29, 2026Myrtle Beach, SC5k–10k attendees$ ticket
With 5k–10k industry professionals on the floor, Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Supply Show of the Southeast sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, and our team places it among Silver events informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Restaurant category, this gathering is worth a serious look.
Jan 25–27, 2026Columbus, OH<500 attendees$$ ticket
Based on <500 annual attendees, IAVM GuestX ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Restaurant sector. Entry at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Restaurant category, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.
Jan 25–28, 2026Palm Desert, CA1k–2k attendees
Based on 1k–2k annual attendees, IDFA Dairy Forum ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Restaurant sector. Sales teams working the Restaurant vertical, this conference is worth a serious look.
Jan 27–27, 2026Fort Walton Beach, FL$ ticket
Performance Foodservice Valdosta Foodcentric Event sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and our team places it among Silver events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Restaurant market, the show should be on your shortlist.
Jan 18–22, 2026$$$ ticket
Global Seafood Market Conference has cemented its place as a niche event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and the Orbital team rates it in the specialist tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Restaurant market, the show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Jan 29–29, 2026Chicago, IL<500 attendees$ ticket
With <500 industry professionals on the floor, Illinois Restaurant Association Annual Meeting & Installation of Officers Luncheon sits firmly as an accessible show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, and our team places it among Bronze events reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Restaurant industry, this event should be on your shortlist.
Jan 21–21, 2026Clearwater, FL<500 attendees$ ticket
Based on <500 annual attendees, SHFM Florida Local ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Restaurant sector. Entry at $ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Restaurant market, this conference should be on your shortlist.
All 10 conferences at a glance
| Conference | Tier |
|---|---|
| ICR Conference | GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| ALIS Americas Lodging Investment Summit | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Clover x Shark Tank Summit | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Supply Show of the Southeast | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| IAVM GuestX | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| IDFA Dairy Forum | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Performance Foodservice Valdosta Foodcentric Event | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Global Seafood Market Conference | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Illinois Restaurant Association Annual Meeting & Installation of Officers Luncheon | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| SHFM Florida Local | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
This guide covers 10 Restaurant conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.
ICR Conference is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 2k–5k attendees. It takes place Jan 11–13, 2026. Location: Orlando, FL.
SHFM Florida Local has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Clearwater, FL. Expected attendance: approximately <500.
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