THE 41ST ANNUAL
NJRHA Awards
Celebrating excellence in New Jersey hospitality
Thursday, November 5, 2026 • 5 – 9 p.m.
The Stone Terrace • Hamilton, New Jersey
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Honoring New Jersey’s Hospitality Community
The NJRHA Awards ceremony recognizes the individuals and organizations who shape New Jersey’s hospitality industry – from restaurateurs and chefs to hoteliers, educators, attractions and industry supporters. Join us as we celebrate this year’s distinguished honorees and their contributions to hospitality across the Garden State.
Celebrating Excellence
2026 Award Recipients
Restaurateur of the Year
The Bonfiglio Family
Triple T Hospitality Group
Hotelier of the Year
Robby Younes
Crystal Springs Resort
Deborah Dowdell Lifetime Achievement Award
Jeanne Cretella
by Landmark
Hospitality Award
Steve Sanders
Sea Breeze Syrups
Friend of the Industry
Senator Vin Gopal
New Jersey State Senate – 11th District
Community Impact Award
Trenton Area Soup Kitchen
Attraction of the Year
Adventure Aquarium
ProStart Teacher of the Year
Rory Philipson
Mercer County Technical Schools
VOTING LIVE THRU OCTOBER 23!
2026 Chef of the Year Finalists
Cliff Crooks
Viv & Jules, Hoboken
Aishling Stevens
The Grand Tavern, Neptune
Dennis Foy
de floret, Lambertville
Allen Walski
Clemmy's, Waretown
Joseph Sergentakis
Revell Hall, Burlington
Nick DeRosa
Black Sheep, Garwood
Conor Browne
Lula, Ridgewood
Sam Stymest
Sam's Table, Montclair
Celebrate With Us
Tickets, sponsorships and program advertising opportunities for the 41st NJRHA Awards are available now.
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