The California Restaurant Show, featuring the Pizza Tomorrow Summit Pavilion, returns to the Anaheim Convention Center August 23–25, bringing together restaurant, pizza and foodservice professionals from across the West Coast for three days of innovation, education and business growth.
The event will once again feature the California Pizza Challenge, sponsored by REAL California Milk and hosted by PMQ’s U.S. Pizza Team.
As one of the region’s premier events for restaurant and foodservice operators, the Show offers an immersive experience showcasing the latest trends, products and solutions shaping the future of hospitality. Registration is now open, with super early bird discounts available until May 27.
“The California Restaurant Show continues to evolve to reflect the diversity and innovation of the industry,” said Glenn Celentano, CEO and Partner of Restaurant Events, LLC. “This year, attendees will experience an expanded show floor, new international partnerships, and a dynamic culinary and education program designed to support the evolving needs of today’s restaurant professionals while delivering exceptional value for both attendees and exhibitors alike.”
This year’s event will introduce several new partnerships and features designed to reflect the evolving tastes and business needs of today’s operators. New to the Show, the Latino Restaurant Association (LRA) will host a dedicated presence focused on the growing influence of Latin cuisine and culture across foodservice, with targeted educational programming and exhibitor engagement tailored to the Hispanic market.
In addition, the Japanese Food Culture Association will debut a Japan Pavilion in the exhibit hall, showcasing the quality, innovation and cultural significance of Japanese cuisine through products, programming and immersive experiences.
The Culinary Innovation Theater will feature live cooking demonstrations focused on culinary trends, techniques and innovation. Attendees will have the opportunity to join renowned Chef Tyler Florence for a special fireside chat, where the celebrated restaurateur, author and Food Network host will share stories, inspiration and his perspective on the future of food. Following the presentation, 100 signed copies of Tyler’s new book, American Grill, will be distributed to audience members.
Developed in partnership with the California Restaurant Association and the event’s Conference Advisory Board, the education program will feature dozens of expert speakers, culinary competitions, live demonstrations, tasting events and practical business sessions focused on the industry’s most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities.
For the third straight year, the Pizza Tomorrow Summit Pavilion will feature the California Pizza Challenge. The competition will include four culinary categories showcasing California cheese, along with four Pizza Athletic events that bring added energy, creativity and entertainment to the show floor.
There’s also a fresh lineup of interactive workshops designed to sharpen skills, spark new ideas and deliver practical strategies attendees can put to work right away. Led by top industry experts and built for owners, operators and managers, these hands-on sessions are where big ideas meet real-world execution.
Workshop highlights include:
Restaurant Management 201 & 301: Darren Dennington and Alison Anne will lead two in-depth sessions focused on operational leadership, profitability, guest experience and workforce development. On Sunday afternoon, Restaurant Management 201: Foundation Track will provide the knowledge, skills and systems needed to effectively manage day-to-day restaurant operations. On Monday afternoon, Restaurant Management 301: Growth Track will focus on the strategies, systems and leadership tools required to build a stronger, more profitable business for long-term success.
Restaurant Transformation Formula: The Systems That Turn Chaos into Profit: New for 2026, this full-day workshop will be presented by restaurant coach David Scott Peters on Sunday, August 23, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In this high-impact session, Peters will share the proven framework he has used for more than two decades to help independent restaurant operators take control of their business, improve profitability and build systems that create freedom, stability and long-term success.
The 2025 California Restaurant Show and Pizza Tomorrow Summit Pavilion will be held August 23–25 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Registration is available at www.californiarestaurantshow.com. For exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities, visit this link.
The events are produced by Restaurant Events, LLC, which also organizes the Florida Restaurant Show and Pizza Tomorrow Summit, taking place October 25–27 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, and the New York Restaurant Show and Pizza Tomorrow Summit Pavilion, taking place March 7–9, 2027 at the Javits Center in New York City.
