Nominate outstanding individuals and businesses from the Pittsburgh region for the 2026 PRLAEF Spirit of Hospitality Pittsburgh Restaurant Awards by May 4. 

Finalists will be recognized during the evening, and regional winners will advance as finalists for the statewide PRLAEF Spirit of Hospitality Awards this November. 

Proceeds benefit the PRLA Educational Foundation, which supports both current and future hospitality professionals across Pennsylvania through workforce development and education. 

Don't miss this chance to raise a glass to the people who make Pittsburgh's restaurant scene shine!

Honors a non-management employee with 2+ years of experience who provides outstanding service to their place of employment, customers, and the community. 

Honors exemplary professionalism and exceptional service by an employee in a supervisory position. Nominees are judged on showing outstanding leadership qualities and consistently adding to the success of their place of employment.

Honors an industry supporter or vendor (individual or business) with a proven reputation for quality and excellence, as well as giving back to their community and the hospitality industry. 

Honors an emerging leader in the hospitality industry; one who demonstrates ongoing exceptional growth, displays notable industry involvement, and strong leadership potential. 

Recognizes a restaurant that has been operating for fewer than 2 years but more than 6 months. The candidate is likely to or already has made an impact in Pennsylvania's restaurant industry. 

Celebrate Excellence. Elevate Your Brand. Support the Future of Hospitality.

The Pittsburgh Area Spirit of Hospitality Awards offers a variety of sponsorship packages, each with their own unique benefits. As a sponsor, your business will gain premium visibility among key industry decision-makers while supporting the PRLA Educational Foundation, which provides scholarships and career development opportunities for the next generation of hospitality professionals. 

This exclusive level includes 8 event tickets, opening remarks, an opportunity to present an award, a full page ad with premium placement in the event program, and recognition at the state awards program in November. 

The gold level includes 4 event tickets, an opportunity to present an award, and a half-page ad in the event program.

The silver level includes 2 event tickets and a quarter-page ad in the event program.

This level includes the donation of 2 gala tickets for an individual award nominee.