The National Restaurant Awards – brought to you by Restaurant – celebrate the brilliance and diversity of the UK’s dining scene, recognising the outstanding chefs and operators who shape it.

The awards will return to Magazine London on Monday 8 June 2026 , bringing the industry together for its flagship annual celebration. The event attracts hundreds of the UK's most influential chefs, restaurateurs, food writers and hospitality leaders, making it a truly unmissable occasion.

As part of every ticket, you will get:

• Exceptional food from some of the UK’s leading street‑food vendors.
• Free‑flowing champagne, beer, cocktails and soft drinks courtesy of our event partners.
• An unparalleled opportunity to connect with top figures from across the UK restaurant industry.
• A front‑row experience as we reveal the Top 100 Restaurants in the UK and crown the National Restaurant of the Year.

Voting is currently underway as our academy, made up of more than 300 respected industry figures — including chefs, restaurateurs and food writers — cast their votes for the restaurants they believe represent the finest dining experiences across the UK. They will also determine the winners across our special award categories, including Chef of the Year, Chef to Watch, Restaurateur of the Year, and our newest award, the Trailblazer of the Year.

Tickets for the 2026 event are now on sale and can be purchased below.