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Top 10 Restaurant Conferences in the West in Spring 2026

The West in Spring has 11 Restaurant conferences on the 2026 calendar.

Ranked list

10 conferences
  1. 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.

    RestaurantPoint West

    Mar 1–4, 2026Seattle, WA2k–5k attendees

    Our take

    With 2k–5k industry professionals on the floor, RestaurantPoint West sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Restaurant space. For teams targeting the Restaurant industry, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.

  2. 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.

    FCSI The Americas Biennial Conference

    Apr 23–26, 2026Phoenix, AZ500–1k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, FCSI The Americas Biennial Conference 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 drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Restaurant market, the show deserves a line item in your event budget.

  3. 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.

    Les Dames d'Escoffier International Annual Conference

    Apr 14–16, 2026Las Vegas, NV500–1k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 500–1k registered participants, Les Dames d'Escoffier International Annual Conference stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Restaurant vertical. Registration at $$ signals a serious operator audience, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Restaurant market, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  4. 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.

    MURTEC Multi-Unit Restaurant Technology Conference

    Mar 9–11, 2026Las Vegas, NV500–1k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Given its 500–1k expected attendees, MURTEC Multi-Unit Restaurant Technology Conference has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Restaurant vertical, this show should be on your shortlist.

  5. 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.

    Sweets & Snacks Expo

    May 14–16, 2026Indianapolis, IN10k+ attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 10k+ registered participants, Sweets & Snacks Expo stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Restaurant vertical. Registration at $ signals a serious operator audience, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Restaurant category, this event is worth a serious look.

  6. 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.

    BITAC Owners Spring

    May 17–19, 2026Scottsdale, AZ500–1k attendees

    Our take

    Based on 500–1k annual attendees, BITAC Owners Spring ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Restaurant sector. Sales teams working the Restaurant vertical, this gathering should be on your shortlist.

  7. 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.

    Curbivore

    Apr 16–17, 2026Los Angeles, CA500–1k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, Curbivore 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.

  8. 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.

    Hospitality Design Summit

    Mar 11–13, 2026San Diego, CA<500 attendees

    Our take

    With <500 industry professionals on the floor, Hospitality Design Summit sits firmly as an accessible show across the Restaurant space. If you're selling into the Restaurant space, this conference should be on your shortlist.

  9. 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.

    PX NXT Client Conference

    Apr 14–16, 2026San Francisco, CA500–1k attendees

    Our take

    Considering 500–1k registered participants, PX NXT Client Conference stands as a Bronze-rated gathering for the Restaurant vertical. Operators building pipeline in the Restaurant space, the show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  10. 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.

    Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit

    Mar 16–18, 2026San Diego, CA500–1k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Based on 500–1k annual attendees, Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit 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 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.

Quick reference

All 10 conferences at a glance

ConferenceTier
RestaurantPoint WestGoldOrbital’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.
FCSI The Americas Biennial ConferenceSilverOrbital’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.
Les Dames d'Escoffier International Annual ConferenceSilverOrbital’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.
MURTEC Multi-Unit Restaurant Technology ConferenceSilverOrbital’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.
Sweets & Snacks ExpoGoldOrbital’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.
BITAC Owners SpringBronzeOrbital’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.
CurbivoreBronzeOrbital’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.
Hospitality Design SummitBronzeOrbital’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.
PX NXT Client ConferenceBronzeOrbital’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.
Restaurant Franchising & Innovation SummitBronzeOrbital’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.

Frequently asked questions

How many Restaurant conferences are happening in West?

There are 10 Restaurant conferences listed for West in this guide. Browse the full list above to compare dates, locations, and expected attendance.

When is the biggest Restaurant event in West?

RestaurantPoint West is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 2k–5k attendees. It takes place Mar 1–4, 2026. Location: Seattle, WA.

What's the cheapest Restaurant conference to attend?

Sweets & Snacks Expo has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Indianapolis, IN. Expected attendance: approximately 10k+.

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