Join the CRA
Joining a community of industry advocates
The Connecticut Restaurant Association is a member-based non-profit trade association supporting the advancement of Connecticut's restaurant and hospitality business community. Our critical advocacy work and statewide representation are made possible through collective membership dues and active member engagement. By joining the Association, you not only help to strengthen our voice as a united community of advocates, but you also tap into a wide range of benefits, support, and resources available exclusively to CRA members.Read below to determine which membership is right for you and join today!
Restaurant Member
Restaurant Membership is the right option for you if you are a restaurant, caterer, or food service operator in Connecticut. We currently support over 2000+ restaurant members across Connecticut of every type and size from local independents to national chains, mom and pop shops to multi-location restaurant groups, single owner caterers to large event venues, and everything in between. $450 annually for single locations/$225 per additional location.
Allied Member
Allied Membership is available to businesses who provide products and services to the restaurant and hospitality industry. Your active participation as an Allied Member demonstrates your commitment to the Association and the critical advocacy work we do in support of the industry. Vendors are offered different tiers of engagement with flexibility to choose an investment level and benefits that fit your business best.
Prime Partner
Prime Partnership represents the highest level of industry leadership and dedication. These respected businesses are trusted allies of the Connecticut Restaurant Association, and deeply committed to the growth and success of the restaurant and hospitality community. Our mission would not be possible without the support of these dedicated industry partners.
Education Member
Our Education Membership is a great option for post-secondary and training institutions that offer culinary and/or hospitality programs, high schools located in Connecticut with culinary and/or hospitality programs, and non-profits who provide culinary training. Non-profits with a restaurant should reach out to discuss restaurant membership options. Connecticut ProStart confirmed high schools receive a free membership!