Central Florida Restaurant Association (CFRA)

Mission: To support the foodservice industry of Central Florida Vision: To provide Central Florida's leading restaurants, bars and related allied businesses with the most dynamic forum to establish and nurture relationships with which to energetically lead the area's dining culture for the ultimate benefit of increasing profitability within member foodservice venues and to positively influence the overall economic growth of the foodservice industry in the great Central Florida area. The Central Florida Restaurant Association provides forums for Central Florida restaurants and bars to discuss issues pertinent to Central Florida through an Owner’s Council, Restaurant Council, Bar Council, VIP Partner’s Council, and Allied Council. Periodic meetings are held by each council with monthly dinner meetings for all members of the Central Florida Restaurant Association (CFRA). The CFRA promotes its membership through involvement in the Central Florida community and media relations. The association promotes business for its restaurant and bar members. The CFRA is actively involved in issues pertaining to Central Florida hospitality through industry representation and advocacy. Educational workshops and certifications are offered to all members by our VIP Partners. The association will provide members the opportunity to participate in food and wine festivals, golf tournaments, and other community projects with proceeds going to the University of Central Florida and Valencia College's hospitality programs and a 501(c)(3) foundation for hospitality scholarships. Central Florida hospitality industry information is distributed through a website and e-newsletter. Through membership in the Central Florida Restaurant Association, members gain networking and business opportunities, local industry representation and promotion. Members will also receive valuable cost-savings on everyday expenses from allied partners.