DiRōNA
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A Life Well Dined 💫
Since 1990, we’ve celebrated the art of exceptional dining across North America—where ambiance, service, and cuisine meet distinction.
Since 1990, we’ve celebrated the art of exceptional dining across North America—where ambiance, service, and cuisine meet distinction.
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DiRōNA
@dironaaward.bsky.social
· Apr 20
📢 Celebrating 35 years of excellence in dining, DiRōNA has honored North America’s top restaurants since 1990. From legendary chefs to unforgettable moments—experience the legacy.
🎥 Watch this journey through time—a montage of the moments that have shaped DiRōNA since 1990.
🎥 Watch this journey through time—a montage of the moments that have shaped DiRōNA since 1990.
Some evenings are meant to be extraordinary. From the first sip to the final bite, DiRōNA-awarded restaurants deliver an experience that is as unforgettable as it is indulgent.
⬛️ Juniper Restaurant | CO
⬛️ Bolero Restaurante | CA
⬛️ Bacari Grill | NJ
Tonight is made for you.
⬛️ Juniper Restaurant | CO
⬛️ Bolero Restaurante | CA
⬛️ Bacari Grill | NJ
Tonight is made for you.
November 7, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Some evenings are meant to be extraordinary. From the first sip to the final bite, DiRōNA-awarded restaurants deliver an experience that is as unforgettable as it is indulgent.
⬛️ Juniper Restaurant | CO
⬛️ Bolero Restaurante | CA
⬛️ Bacari Grill | NJ
Tonight is made for you.
⬛️ Juniper Restaurant | CO
⬛️ Bolero Restaurante | CA
⬛️ Bacari Grill | NJ
Tonight is made for you.
So-Ahn Kieffer-Kwon is blending creativity and precision as she studies Food Business Management at the Culinary Institute of America. Her externship at Jean-Georges NYC is just the beginning.
Meet So-Ahn in our scholarship blog 👉 https://stockmkt.info/430K2Mw
##Scholarship #FutureChef
Meet So-Ahn in our scholarship blog 👉 https://stockmkt.info/430K2Mw
##Scholarship #FutureChef
November 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
So-Ahn Kieffer-Kwon is blending creativity and precision as she studies Food Business Management at the Culinary Institute of America. Her externship at Jean-Georges NYC is just the beginning.
Meet So-Ahn in our scholarship blog 👉 https://stockmkt.info/430K2Mw
##Scholarship #FutureChef
Meet So-Ahn in our scholarship blog 👉 https://stockmkt.info/430K2Mw
##Scholarship #FutureChef
DiRōNA is more than a distinction, it’s a mark of excellence recognized across North America.
From timeless classics to modern icons, our awarded restaurants embody what it means to live and dine well.
⬛️ Vida | Indianapolis, IN
⬛️ The Grill Room | New Orleans, LA
⬛️ Atria | Flagstaff, AZ
From timeless classics to modern icons, our awarded restaurants embody what it means to live and dine well.
⬛️ Vida | Indianapolis, IN
⬛️ The Grill Room | New Orleans, LA
⬛️ Atria | Flagstaff, AZ
November 5, 2025 at 8:42 PM
DiRōNA is more than a distinction, it’s a mark of excellence recognized across North America.
From timeless classics to modern icons, our awarded restaurants embody what it means to live and dine well.
⬛️ Vida | Indianapolis, IN
⬛️ The Grill Room | New Orleans, LA
⬛️ Atria | Flagstaff, AZ
From timeless classics to modern icons, our awarded restaurants embody what it means to live and dine well.
⬛️ Vida | Indianapolis, IN
⬛️ The Grill Room | New Orleans, LA
⬛️ Atria | Flagstaff, AZ
We’re proud to highlight the outstanding achievement of Gordon Ramsay Steak at River Rock Casino Resort, which has been honoured with the 2026 DiRōNA Award of Excellence.
Locally sourced Canadian bounty meets global mastery. Manitoba beef, Hokkaido A5, lobster tail & more 🔗 https://bit.ly/4nF8MkO
Locally sourced Canadian bounty meets global mastery. Manitoba beef, Hokkaido A5, lobster tail & more 🔗 https://bit.ly/4nF8MkO
Gordon Ramsay Steak Celebrates DiRōNA Award - Hotelier Magazine
RICHMOND, B.C. — Gordon Ramsay Steak at River Rock Casino Resort has qualified for the 2026 DiRōNA (Distinguished Restaurants of North America) Award of Excellence, joining only 350 of the most celebrated restaurants across North America.
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November 4, 2025 at 8:10 PM
We’re proud to highlight the outstanding achievement of Gordon Ramsay Steak at River Rock Casino Resort, which has been honoured with the 2026 DiRōNA Award of Excellence.
Locally sourced Canadian bounty meets global mastery. Manitoba beef, Hokkaido A5, lobster tail & more 🔗 https://bit.ly/4nF8MkO
Locally sourced Canadian bounty meets global mastery. Manitoba beef, Hokkaido A5, lobster tail & more 🔗 https://bit.ly/4nF8MkO
Another remarkable moment of recognition as DiRōNA presents Jacob & Co. Steakhouse in Toronto with their 2025 DiRōNA Award.
Known for its impeccable service, prime cuts, and elevated dining experience, Jacob & Co. represents the continued excellence found across DiRōNA-awarded restaurants.
Known for its impeccable service, prime cuts, and elevated dining experience, Jacob & Co. represents the continued excellence found across DiRōNA-awarded restaurants.
October 31, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Another remarkable moment of recognition as DiRōNA presents Jacob & Co. Steakhouse in Toronto with their 2025 DiRōNA Award.
Known for its impeccable service, prime cuts, and elevated dining experience, Jacob & Co. represents the continued excellence found across DiRōNA-awarded restaurants.
Known for its impeccable service, prime cuts, and elevated dining experience, Jacob & Co. represents the continued excellence found across DiRōNA-awarded restaurants.
Some places make every evening feel like a celebration.
The kind of dining that stays with you long after the table is cleared. Some places just get it right. That’s the quiet standard of a DiRōNA-awarded restaurant.
⬛️ Barrows House Restaurant | VT
⬛️ 34° North Restaurant | NC
⬛️ Alchemi | MI
The kind of dining that stays with you long after the table is cleared. Some places just get it right. That’s the quiet standard of a DiRōNA-awarded restaurant.
⬛️ Barrows House Restaurant | VT
⬛️ 34° North Restaurant | NC
⬛️ Alchemi | MI
October 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Some places make every evening feel like a celebration.
The kind of dining that stays with you long after the table is cleared. Some places just get it right. That’s the quiet standard of a DiRōNA-awarded restaurant.
⬛️ Barrows House Restaurant | VT
⬛️ 34° North Restaurant | NC
⬛️ Alchemi | MI
The kind of dining that stays with you long after the table is cleared. Some places just get it right. That’s the quiet standard of a DiRōNA-awarded restaurant.
⬛️ Barrows House Restaurant | VT
⬛️ 34° North Restaurant | NC
⬛️ Alchemi | MI
Rooted in family and inspired by the farm-to-table movement, Kyle Calef is studying Culinary Arts at the Culinary Institute of America. His vision: blending rustic roots with refined technique.
Learn more about our scholarship recipients 👉 bit.ly/484rRZH
#FutureChef
Learn more about our scholarship recipients 👉 bit.ly/484rRZH
#FutureChef
October 29, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Rooted in family and inspired by the farm-to-table movement, Kyle Calef is studying Culinary Arts at the Culinary Institute of America. His vision: blending rustic roots with refined technique.
Learn more about our scholarship recipients 👉 bit.ly/484rRZH
#FutureChef
Learn more about our scholarship recipients 👉 bit.ly/484rRZH
#FutureChef
Discover excellence in dining wherever you are. With the DiRōNA app, explore award-winning restaurants across North America.
📲 Download today in the App Store or Google Play https://bit.ly/40dfYfo
##WhereToDine #RestaurantAwards #LuxuryDining #FineDiningDestinations
📲 Download today in the App Store or Google Play https://bit.ly/40dfYfo
##WhereToDine #RestaurantAwards #LuxuryDining #FineDiningDestinations
October 18, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Discover excellence in dining wherever you are. With the DiRōNA app, explore award-winning restaurants across North America.
📲 Download today in the App Store or Google Play https://bit.ly/40dfYfo
##WhereToDine #RestaurantAwards #LuxuryDining #FineDiningDestinations
📲 Download today in the App Store or Google Play https://bit.ly/40dfYfo
##WhereToDine #RestaurantAwards #LuxuryDining #FineDiningDestinations
There’s something about a linen-draped table that changes everything. The feel of the napkin. Details that say you’re in the right place.
See how DiRōNA-awarded restaurants redefine what it means to dine well.
⬛️ Double Eagle | NM
⬛️ Frashers Tavern | AZ
⬛️ The Bay House | OR
See how DiRōNA-awarded restaurants redefine what it means to dine well.
⬛️ Double Eagle | NM
⬛️ Frashers Tavern | AZ
⬛️ The Bay House | OR
October 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
There’s something about a linen-draped table that changes everything. The feel of the napkin. Details that say you’re in the right place.
See how DiRōNA-awarded restaurants redefine what it means to dine well.
⬛️ Double Eagle | NM
⬛️ Frashers Tavern | AZ
⬛️ The Bay House | OR
See how DiRōNA-awarded restaurants redefine what it means to dine well.
⬛️ Double Eagle | NM
⬛️ Frashers Tavern | AZ
⬛️ The Bay House | OR
Overlooking Vancouver’s harbor, Five Sails embodies modern elegance. Guided by Chef Alex Kim, each course reflects precision and creativity, transforming seasonal ingredients into moments of pure refinement.
🔶 DiRōNA Gold Awarded Recipient
📍 Vancouver, BC
##DiRoNAaward #RestaurantAwards
🔶 DiRōNA Gold Awarded Recipient
📍 Vancouver, BC
##DiRoNAaward #RestaurantAwards
October 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Overlooking Vancouver’s harbor, Five Sails embodies modern elegance. Guided by Chef Alex Kim, each course reflects precision and creativity, transforming seasonal ingredients into moments of pure refinement.
🔶 DiRōNA Gold Awarded Recipient
📍 Vancouver, BC
##DiRoNAaward #RestaurantAwards
🔶 DiRōNA Gold Awarded Recipient
📍 Vancouver, BC
##DiRoNAaward #RestaurantAwards
Every unforgettable night begins with a table that feels just right — where the lights are low, the service effortless, and the first bite sets the tone.
These DiRōNA-awarded restaurants know how to craft that moment.
⬛️ Double Eagle | NM
⬛️ Atria | AZ
⬛️ Cucci Ristorante | ON
These DiRōNA-awarded restaurants know how to craft that moment.
⬛️ Double Eagle | NM
⬛️ Atria | AZ
⬛️ Cucci Ristorante | ON
October 9, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Every unforgettable night begins with a table that feels just right — where the lights are low, the service effortless, and the first bite sets the tone.
These DiRōNA-awarded restaurants know how to craft that moment.
⬛️ Double Eagle | NM
⬛️ Atria | AZ
⬛️ Cucci Ristorante | ON
These DiRōNA-awarded restaurants know how to craft that moment.
⬛️ Double Eagle | NM
⬛️ Atria | AZ
⬛️ Cucci Ristorante | ON
Culinary talent meets business leadership. Freshman Jack Herrmann is studying Food Business Management at the Culinary Institute of America with the goal of leading his own kitchen and restaurant.
Learn more about Jack and all 2025 scholarship recipients: https://bit.ly/484rRZH ##CulinaryBusiness
Learn more about Jack and all 2025 scholarship recipients: https://bit.ly/484rRZH ##CulinaryBusiness
October 8, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Culinary talent meets business leadership. Freshman Jack Herrmann is studying Food Business Management at the Culinary Institute of America with the goal of leading his own kitchen and restaurant.
Learn more about Jack and all 2025 scholarship recipients: https://bit.ly/484rRZH ##CulinaryBusiness
Learn more about Jack and all 2025 scholarship recipients: https://bit.ly/484rRZH ##CulinaryBusiness
The measure of a memorable night isn’t what you wear or drive.
It’s the flavors that linger, the ambiance that surrounds you, and the service that makes you feel like the only guest in the room.
⬛️ Ascend Prime | WA
⬛️ Epic Restaurant | GA
⬛️ Cork Fire Kitchen | CA
It’s the flavors that linger, the ambiance that surrounds you, and the service that makes you feel like the only guest in the room.
⬛️ Ascend Prime | WA
⬛️ Epic Restaurant | GA
⬛️ Cork Fire Kitchen | CA
October 4, 2025 at 5:35 PM
The measure of a memorable night isn’t what you wear or drive.
It’s the flavors that linger, the ambiance that surrounds you, and the service that makes you feel like the only guest in the room.
⬛️ Ascend Prime | WA
⬛️ Epic Restaurant | GA
⬛️ Cork Fire Kitchen | CA
It’s the flavors that linger, the ambiance that surrounds you, and the service that makes you feel like the only guest in the room.
⬛️ Ascend Prime | WA
⬛️ Epic Restaurant | GA
⬛️ Cork Fire Kitchen | CA
There’s something special about a table beneath the open sky, where fresh air and thoughtful design elevate every bite.
These DiRōNA-awarded restaurants turn their courtyards into unforgettable dining destinations:
⬛️ Anhelo Restaurant | AZ
⬛️ The Firehouse Restaurant | CA
⬛️ Firefly | FL
These DiRōNA-awarded restaurants turn their courtyards into unforgettable dining destinations:
⬛️ Anhelo Restaurant | AZ
⬛️ The Firehouse Restaurant | CA
⬛️ Firefly | FL
October 1, 2025 at 6:12 PM
There’s something special about a table beneath the open sky, where fresh air and thoughtful design elevate every bite.
These DiRōNA-awarded restaurants turn their courtyards into unforgettable dining destinations:
⬛️ Anhelo Restaurant | AZ
⬛️ The Firehouse Restaurant | CA
⬛️ Firefly | FL
These DiRōNA-awarded restaurants turn their courtyards into unforgettable dining destinations:
⬛️ Anhelo Restaurant | AZ
⬛️ The Firehouse Restaurant | CA
⬛️ Firefly | FL
From dishwasher to pastry cook, Avery Mitchell’s journey proves that talent & determination rise in every kitchen. As a freshman at the Culinary Institute of America, she dreams of becoming an Executive Chef.
🎓 Meet the 2025 DiRōNA Scholarship winners 👉 https://bit.ly/484rRZH
🎓 Meet the 2025 DiRōNA Scholarship winners 👉 https://bit.ly/484rRZH
September 30, 2025 at 5:30 PM
From dishwasher to pastry cook, Avery Mitchell’s journey proves that talent & determination rise in every kitchen. As a freshman at the Culinary Institute of America, she dreams of becoming an Executive Chef.
🎓 Meet the 2025 DiRōNA Scholarship winners 👉 https://bit.ly/484rRZH
🎓 Meet the 2025 DiRōNA Scholarship winners 👉 https://bit.ly/484rRZH
At our Gala Dinner in Napa, we proudly inducted Rina Tonon of Café | Cortina into the DiRōNA Hall of Fame. This honor celebrates her lifetime of passion, perseverance, and resilience, qualities that reflect her story and the warmth she has brought to the world of dining.##ALifeWellDined #DiRoNAaward
September 25, 2025 at 4:45 PM
At our Gala Dinner in Napa, we proudly inducted Rina Tonon of Café | Cortina into the DiRōNA Hall of Fame. This honor celebrates her lifetime of passion, perseverance, and resilience, qualities that reflect her story and the warmth she has brought to the world of dining.##ALifeWellDined #DiRoNAaward
A life well dined is now at your fingertips. The DiRōNA mobile app brings North America’s most distinguished restaurants into one seamless experience.
📲 Download today in the App Store or Google Play https://bit.ly/40dfYfo
##WhereToDine #RestaurantAwards #LuxuryDining #FineDiningDestinations
📲 Download today in the App Store or Google Play https://bit.ly/40dfYfo
##WhereToDine #RestaurantAwards #LuxuryDining #FineDiningDestinations
September 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A life well dined is now at your fingertips. The DiRōNA mobile app brings North America’s most distinguished restaurants into one seamless experience.
📲 Download today in the App Store or Google Play https://bit.ly/40dfYfo
##WhereToDine #RestaurantAwards #LuxuryDining #FineDiningDestinations
📲 Download today in the App Store or Google Play https://bit.ly/40dfYfo
##WhereToDine #RestaurantAwards #LuxuryDining #FineDiningDestinations
Before the flavors, there’s the presentation. Before the first bite, there’s a pause. A quiet moment where beauty takes center stage—because the dish in front of you is more than food, it’s a masterpiece.
🍽️ 1540 Room | GA
🍽️ C|Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine | BC
🍽️ Tori Blue | VA
🍽️ 1540 Room | GA
🍽️ C|Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine | BC
🍽️ Tori Blue | VA
September 20, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Before the flavors, there’s the presentation. Before the first bite, there’s a pause. A quiet moment where beauty takes center stage—because the dish in front of you is more than food, it’s a masterpiece.
🍽️ 1540 Room | GA
🍽️ C|Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine | BC
🍽️ Tori Blue | VA
🍽️ 1540 Room | GA
🍽️ C|Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine | BC
🍽️ Tori Blue | VA
Café Central has been El Paso’s landmark dining room for over a century, an elegant setting for conversation and lingering courses. We’re proud to recognize a destination where legacy, luxury, and culinary artistry come together.
🔶 DiRōNA Gold Award Recipient
📍 El Paso, TX
🔶 DiRōNA Gold Award Recipient
📍 El Paso, TX
September 17, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Café Central has been El Paso’s landmark dining room for over a century, an elegant setting for conversation and lingering courses. We’re proud to recognize a destination where legacy, luxury, and culinary artistry come together.
🔶 DiRōNA Gold Award Recipient
📍 El Paso, TX
🔶 DiRōNA Gold Award Recipient
📍 El Paso, TX
At DiRōNA-awarded restaurants, dessert isn’t an afterthought—it’s the finale. From rich classics to modern creations, these kitchens deliver endings worth lingering over:
🍨 Derrick's Steakhouse
🍨 Marcello's La Sirena
🍨 Allora
Because the best meals don’t just end—they finish beautifully.
🍨 Derrick's Steakhouse
🍨 Marcello's La Sirena
🍨 Allora
Because the best meals don’t just end—they finish beautifully.
September 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
At DiRōNA-awarded restaurants, dessert isn’t an afterthought—it’s the finale. From rich classics to modern creations, these kitchens deliver endings worth lingering over:
🍨 Derrick's Steakhouse
🍨 Marcello's La Sirena
🍨 Allora
Because the best meals don’t just end—they finish beautifully.
🍨 Derrick's Steakhouse
🍨 Marcello's La Sirena
🍨 Allora
Because the best meals don’t just end—they finish beautifully.
We’re delighted to celebrate Ivory Grille as a 2025 DiRōNA Award of Excellence recipient, recognized for creating memorable dining experiences in Sedalia and beyond.
Raising the bar for unforgettable dining experiences.
📍 Inside Hotel Bothwell | Sedalia, MO
##DiRoNA2025 #RestaurantAwards
Raising the bar for unforgettable dining experiences.
📍 Inside Hotel Bothwell | Sedalia, MO
##DiRoNA2025 #RestaurantAwards
September 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
We’re delighted to celebrate Ivory Grille as a 2025 DiRōNA Award of Excellence recipient, recognized for creating memorable dining experiences in Sedalia and beyond.
Raising the bar for unforgettable dining experiences.
📍 Inside Hotel Bothwell | Sedalia, MO
##DiRoNA2025 #RestaurantAwards
Raising the bar for unforgettable dining experiences.
📍 Inside Hotel Bothwell | Sedalia, MO
##DiRoNA2025 #RestaurantAwards
A cocktail should do more than complement the meal, it should elevate the moment
From vibrant hues to flawless garnishes, DiRōNA-awarded restaurants craft drinks that feel as refined as the setting itself.
🍸 Urban Hill
🍸 Costa Charleston
🍸 One10 Modern Italian Restaurant
#CocktailLovers
From vibrant hues to flawless garnishes, DiRōNA-awarded restaurants craft drinks that feel as refined as the setting itself.
🍸 Urban Hill
🍸 Costa Charleston
🍸 One10 Modern Italian Restaurant
#CocktailLovers
September 4, 2025 at 10:11 PM
A cocktail should do more than complement the meal, it should elevate the moment
From vibrant hues to flawless garnishes, DiRōNA-awarded restaurants craft drinks that feel as refined as the setting itself.
🍸 Urban Hill
🍸 Costa Charleston
🍸 One10 Modern Italian Restaurant
#CocktailLovers
From vibrant hues to flawless garnishes, DiRōNA-awarded restaurants craft drinks that feel as refined as the setting itself.
🍸 Urban Hill
🍸 Costa Charleston
🍸 One10 Modern Italian Restaurant
#CocktailLovers
Bold and structured, or rich with notes of blackberry and spice, a perfectly poured Cab sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.
🍷 Kaiser Grille | CA
Here’s to a pour that turns dinner into a moment worth celebrating 👉 http://bit.ly/2PrOQap##LuxuryDining #ALifeWellDined #WineLovers
🍷 Kaiser Grille | CA
Here’s to a pour that turns dinner into a moment worth celebrating 👉 http://bit.ly/2PrOQap##LuxuryDining #ALifeWellDined #WineLovers
August 30, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Bold and structured, or rich with notes of blackberry and spice, a perfectly poured Cab sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.
🍷 Kaiser Grille | CA
Here’s to a pour that turns dinner into a moment worth celebrating 👉 http://bit.ly/2PrOQap##LuxuryDining #ALifeWellDined #WineLovers
🍷 Kaiser Grille | CA
Here’s to a pour that turns dinner into a moment worth celebrating 👉 http://bit.ly/2PrOQap##LuxuryDining #ALifeWellDined #WineLovers
From back of house to front, every detail is executed with precision and this team delivers.
We’re proud to honor Acqua Di’ Mare with the 2025 DiRōNA Award of Excellence. Dining here shows why they’ve earned a place among North America’s distinguished restaurants.
📍 Chandler, AZ
We’re proud to honor Acqua Di’ Mare with the 2025 DiRōNA Award of Excellence. Dining here shows why they’ve earned a place among North America’s distinguished restaurants.
📍 Chandler, AZ
August 29, 2025 at 8:51 PM
From back of house to front, every detail is executed with precision and this team delivers.
We’re proud to honor Acqua Di’ Mare with the 2025 DiRōNA Award of Excellence. Dining here shows why they’ve earned a place among North America’s distinguished restaurants.
📍 Chandler, AZ
We’re proud to honor Acqua Di’ Mare with the 2025 DiRōNA Award of Excellence. Dining here shows why they’ve earned a place among North America’s distinguished restaurants.
📍 Chandler, AZ
In a world that never slows down, true luxury is found in moments you don’t rush. Just a perfect pour, unforgettable flavors, and the kind of company that makes time irrelevant.
💫 Aura Restaurant & Lounge | IA
💫 Mary’s Vine | PA
💫 315 Restaurant & Wine Bar | NM
📲 bit.ly/40dfYfo
💫 Aura Restaurant & Lounge | IA
💫 Mary’s Vine | PA
💫 315 Restaurant & Wine Bar | NM
📲 bit.ly/40dfYfo
August 26, 2025 at 5:22 PM
In a world that never slows down, true luxury is found in moments you don’t rush. Just a perfect pour, unforgettable flavors, and the kind of company that makes time irrelevant.
💫 Aura Restaurant & Lounge | IA
💫 Mary’s Vine | PA
💫 315 Restaurant & Wine Bar | NM
📲 bit.ly/40dfYfo
💫 Aura Restaurant & Lounge | IA
💫 Mary’s Vine | PA
💫 315 Restaurant & Wine Bar | NM
📲 bit.ly/40dfYfo