Beverage innovation deserves the spotlight: Enter the 2026 Bevvy Awards
Restaurants have never had more opportunities to stand out through beverages.
July 8, 2026
From premium coffee programs and functional drinks to creative mocktails, signature cocktails, and limited-time collaborations, beverage innovation has become one of the industry's most powerful growth drivers. Today's guests aren't simply ordering a drink — they're seeking experiences, personalization, and memorable moments that keep them coming back.
That's exactly what the 2026 Bevvy Awards aim to celebrate.
Presented as part of Future of Beverage Conference to be held Nov. 10-12, 2026 in Dallas, the Bevvy Awards are powered by Nation's Restaurant News, Restaurant Business, and Technomic. The awards recognize restaurant operators, bars and foodservice brands that are redefining beverage excellence across the industry.
Restaurant Award Categories
The 2026 restaurant awards honor innovation across six categories. Click through the above slideshow to view each category.
Why Enter?
Winning provides valuable exposure among restaurant executives, beverage innovators and industry leaders. It's an opportunity to celebrate the creativity and operational excellence behind successful beverage programs while inspiring the broader industry.
As consumer expectations continue to evolve, beverages are playing an increasingly important role in driving traffic, increasing check averages and building guest loyalty. The Bevvy Awards recognize the operators leading that evolution.
Entries are open now through July 15, 2026.
If your beverage program is raising the bar, now is the time to share your story.
Learn more and submit your entry today.
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