Top 5 Restaurant Conferences in the Mountain West this Fall

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   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.

   Groceryshop

   Sep 22–24, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·5k–10k attendees·$$$ ticket

   Our take

   Given its 5k–10k expected attendees, Groceryshop has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Restaurant category, this gathering merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

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   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.

   Global Gaming Expo (G2E)

   Sep 28–Oct 1, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·10k+ attendees·$$$$ ticket

   Our take

   Given its 10k+ expected attendees, Global Gaming Expo (G2E) has cemented its place as a well-regarded 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 second tier reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Restaurant market, the show should be on your shortlist.

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   PlatinumOrbital’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.

   NACS Show

   Oct 6–9, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·10k+ attendees·$$ ticket

   Our take

   With 10k+ industry professionals on the floor, NACS Show sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and our team places it among Platinum 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.

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   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 Finance & Development Conference

   Nov 9–11, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·$$$ ticket

   Our take

   Restaurant Finance & Development Conference 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. Sales teams working the Restaurant space, this conference belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

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   PlatinumOrbital’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.

   ISSA Show North America

   Nov 17–19, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·10k+ attendees·$$ ticket

   Our take

   With 10k+ industry professionals on the floor, ISSA Show North America sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and our team places it among Platinum 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.

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