2026 Exhibitor Press Releases

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NASDA Unveils Its Largest-Ever ‘A Taste of the States’ Pavilion at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show.

Date Lady showcases organic, date-based sweeteners at the NRA Show, offering clean-label alternatives to refined sugar with naturally occurring minerals and antioxidants for food-service and distribution partners.

Fabian Group will showcase Uncommon Chef and Executive Apparel at NRA 2026, highlighting innovative chef wear, hospitality apparel, and designer insights for foodservice professionals at Booth #1113 in Chicago.

CP Foods USA will showcase innovative seafood and global food solutions at the 2026 NRA Show in Chicago, highlighting convenient, labor-saving products and globally inspired menu ideas for foodservice operators.

BevLaw Group launches HOSP, a compliance and operations platform for bars and restaurants with built-in legal support. Live demos at Booth #8529. NRAS attendees get 20% off first year.

Advantech showcases AI-powered QSR solutions at NRA Show 2026, featuring kiosks, POS, and signage to boost efficiency, personalization, and revenue through scalable edge computing and partner-driven innovations.

Natavo Avocado, the world’s first non-browning avocado, is gaining traction in US foodservice, helping operators maintain colour, shelf life and consistency, with new 8mm slices and wedges showcased at NRAS.

Replenish® will showcase the Replenish Genesis™ Blender, a Kitchen Innovations Awardee, at the NRA Show, demonstrating automated blended beverage solutions with no prep, high throughput, advanced sanitation, and delicious, chef-crafted prebiotic, fruit smoothies.

MEZETE Showcases Authentic, Clean-Label, Shelf-Stable Solutions for Foodservice And Hospitality Ready Made Middle Eastern Cuisine at National Restaurant Association Show - May 16–19, 2026 | McCormick Place, Chicago | Booth 13708

Cargo Crew, global uniform specialist brings design-led, purpose-built workwear to Chicago, supporting hospitality brands to elevate team presentation and streamline uniform programs.

Total Filtration USA makes its National Restaurant Association Show debut at Booth #9127, showcasing specialist air and commercial kitchen filtration solutions for foodservice operators.

iSpice Foods will exhibit at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026 in Chicago, presenting its global spice sourcing, processing, and full-service foodservice and private label capabilities at Booth #12516.

NSF certification validates OZZI’s reusable food container system, helping organizations reduce single-use waste, cut costs, and advance circular sustainability through safe, rigorously tested solutions trusted in foodservice environments.

Inline Plastics introduces its first 16oz, 8x6 footprint, Safe-T-Chef® clamshell with a black matte base, featuring tamper protection, leak resistance, and microwave-safe performance for enhanced presentation and secure grab-and-go meals.

California Umbrella unveils Solana cantilever at NRA Show 2026, adds online customization tool and commercial sales lead, aiming to provide durable, fast, customizable patio solutions for restaurant operators.

The AB41 × TekFlix partnership brings a workforce-first message to the NRA Show stage: service quality, sales, and staff retention don't break down because of who you hire — they break down because of how you train them.

Self-service has crossed the tipping point. In 2026, it is no longer just a labor mitigation strategy—it is a revenue optimization engine.

86DeadStock is a marketplace built specifically for the hospitality industry to buy, sell, and move excess inventory locally. We help restaurants, bars, and hotels turn unused items into cash while giving others access to deeply discounted supplies. Think of it as the easiest way to clear out storage and save money—fast.

FinTitan will showcase how restaurant operators can recover substantial cash through the FICA Tip Tax Credit at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026 in Chicago.

BluLine's innovative digital twin technology transforms temperature monitoring by replicating product temperatures without invasive probing, delivering real-time insights that improve accuracy, efficiency, and food safety compliance. Only at booth #8528!

Eleven TLC brings practitioner-informed functional drink mixes, single-source adaptogens, and tinctures to Booth #7965 — helping operators upgrade menus for the guest who expects more from every sip.

Burch Farms, a vertically integrated grower and processor of premium sweet potatoes, fresh greens, and root vegetables, will showcase its products at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago.

Camanchaca Inc. will showcase its foodservice seafood portfolio at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026 (May 16–19, Chicago), highlighting reliable, high-quality, vertically integrated solutions for operators and distributors (booth #11529).

Greener Pastures Chicken showcases ROC and Halal certified, USDA-inspected pasture-raised poultry at NRA Chicago, expanding trusted, regenerative, premium clean protein access across foodservice channels.

Daiya Foods, a leader in dairy-free, allergen-friendly products, will showcase its Single-Serve Cream Cheese, a 2026 FABI Favorite, alongside its new gluten-free pizza crust, at the 2026 Restaurant Show.

Oregon Fruit Company launches Oregon Fruit Cocktail Cherries: a premium, bar-quality garnish crafted from U.S.-grown dark sweet cherries.

Afric Sauce is a bold, African culinary sauce gaining attention for bringing authentic global flavor, cultural storytelling, and modern versatility to today’s trend-driven food and entertaining landscape.

Blues Hog introduces Heat & Eat Smoked Meats, Snack Sticks, and Liquid Wagyu Beef Tallow at the NRA Show, expanding its product lineup for foodservice and retail.

Vitamix Commercial Introduces Power-Prep™, a New Back-of-House Blending System Designed for High-Volume Kitchens. With one base and three containers, Power-Prep delivers versatility and powerful performance across standard and large-capacity blending.

Visit Booth #491 to taste FABI Award-Winning Plum Gochu Syrup among five other chef-driven craft syrup flavors that are reimagining menus from the back of the house to the bar.

Richlite is committed to transparency and environmental responsibility. Independent FILAB testing shows its materials do not produce microplastics, addressing growing concerns about persistent synthetic particles in consumer and industrial products.

Tari, the Flavor-Forward Sauce That Can Take Any Dish From Good to Unforgettable, Joins the NRA Show 2026.

New Invention disrupts $100bn Chemical Cleaning Industry. SPGenix is a new disruptive technology that transforms used cooking oil into multipurpose cleaners and degreasers.. 100% bio degradeable. Human safe.True Circular economy. No PPE Required.

Chipper, Inc is a fully integrated potato company and will showcase its full portfolio of Chipperbec® fresh and frozen offerings at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago.

OpenTab Announces New Split Tab Feature and Fresh Funding to Support Restaurant Payment Innovation.

Better Earth will showcase touch free cutlery dispensers and new PHA and Arrow CPLA compostable cutlery systems at NRA Show 2026 Booth 3582 South Building, delivering cleaner and more efficient foodservice solutions.

Fulterer will be showcasing FR 795 and FR 7095 Stainless steel, NSF approved drawer slide hardware at the National Restaurant Association show.

Custom Channels and Thanx partner to connect in-store audio with loyalty programs, enabling measurable campaigns that drive sign-ups, engagement, and repeat visits.

For the first time, IdealTraits will exhibit at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago, May 16-19, debuting a hiring and retention platform built for foodservice operators.

Biozone will showcase Icezone at the 2026 NRA Show. This ice machine CIP chemical-free solution operates 24/7 to prevent internal buildup, reducing maintenance disruptions and manual cleaning by up to 50%.

Good Girl Chocolate, a woman-owned, made-from-scratch, bean-to-bar chocolate brand, will exhibit at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, booth 8277, sampling Brownie Batter, Coconut Pecan Scotchie, Candied Walnut Brownie, Pecan Fudge, and more.

ITD Food Safety will exhibit at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026, Booth #212, showcasing innovative solutions that help operators streamline food safety processes, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency.

Krystalite GT Inc. showcases vertically integrated, custom printed rPET cups at the NRA Show, featuring 1–8 colour printing, reduced minimums, fast 3-week turnaround, and Canadian manufacturing in Fergus, Ontario.

See Metafoodx at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, Booth #5930, for live demos of its AI kitchen intelligence platform reducing waste, improving forecasting, and optimizing operations.

National TAB Intelligence (NTi), a leader in the commercial HVAC testing, adjusting, and balancing industry, will showcase its latest restaurant facility health solutions at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show.

mysite.ai, the AI marketing autopilot for independent restaurants, debuts at NRA Show 2026 (Booth 8525). Already running marketing for 200+ operators with no contracts and pricing from $99/month.

Next Robot Inc. will exhibit its Specialized AI-Powered Cooking Robotsat the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show. The company will spotlight Al Dente, its newest AI cooking system and a 2026 Kitchen Innovations Award winner, now production-ready and open for orders.

TCI showcases advanced high-performance cookware engineered for speed ovens, clamshell grills, toasters, and high-volume commercial kitchens - delivering consistent results, superior durability, reduced oil usage, faster cleaning, and improved operational efficiency.

PAPER VANTAGE POINT PVT. LTD. announces eco-friendly paper packaging innovations, showcasing sustainable kraft paper solutions and advanced coatings at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026.

Leyenda 1925 debuts at the National Restaurant Association Show, introducing a family-owned luxury tequila rooted in legacy, craftsmanship, and purpose, inviting hospitality leaders to Celebrate Better and redefine tequila worldwide.

Food Export USA will showcase export growth opportunities at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show while hosting an international Buyers Mission and promoting its flagship Summer in the Cities event connecting suppliers with global buyers.

Rota Robotics will showcase People-First Automation restaurant solutions at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, helping operators support staff, improve efficiency, and enhance guest experience.

Sonoco seasoning experts will showcase AccuTaste and AccuSalt dose-metered seasoning dispensers at NRA 2026, helping foodservice operators improve flavor consistency, efficiency and waste reduction.

JBT Marel Exhibiting at National Restaurant Association Show - Showing Award Receiving Juicing Technology.

Excel Dryer will showcase restroom solutions at the NRA Show designed to help restaurants reduce costs, improve cleanliness and strengthen guest loyalty through a better restroom experience.

Global Industrial will showcase foodservice equipment, storage, janitorial, facility solutions and restaurant operations supplies at Booth #617 during the National Restaurant Association Show 2026.

UPM launches UPM QuickStick™ receipt materials to improve QSR order accuracy with consistent print quality, reliable adhesion and labeling performance that supports efficient kitchen workflows and faster service.

Map Labs, the #1 Maps Marketing software and service, will exhibit at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show - offering free Google Business Profile analyses and a $1,000 cash giveaway at Booth 9114.

The #1 selling food processor, the R2 Series, has a fresh new look with the same dependability chef's trust for food prep.

Tuxton proudly announces the launch of Tuxton Hospitality, a new division dedicated to high-design collections created for the modern hospitality landscape, in partnership with global brand Porland.

AccuTemp will showcase its innovative, energy-efficient steam cooking solutions at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, featuring award-winning equipment demonstrations and a special appearance by soccer legend DaMarcus Beasley.

Bare Beans offers cooked beans with scratch made quality with more convenience than a can.

Manufacturers can visit NSF’s “one-stop-shop” at Booth 3864 to learn more about sanitation, electrical safety and safe food packaging, as well as retail food safety auditing.

Hrbvor, a Caribbean-rooted functional herbal iced tea brand, will showcase its certified organic still and sparkling wellness teas for foodservice operators at Booth 13846 during the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show.

Marking 115 years of heritage, Tramontina offers in-house, manufacturing capabilities and rigorous standards resulting in a line of hospitality and foodservice products trusted by chefs, restauranteurs and hoteliers worldwide.

Runamok Maple (booth #1790) expands foodservice presence at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, including a new distribution partnership with DOT Foods + upgraded sustainable packaging.

Introducing OSIA (a mood beverage) and their exhibition at the National Restaurant Association show 2026. Highlighting the attendance of our founders and sampling of our four functional sparkling tonics.

Boost beverage revenue with SiPod, the automated countertop beverage solution. Offer 38+ drink varieties at one tap—lemonades, refreshers, milk teas, cocktails, and sparkling drinks—with zero extra labor.

ATSMFG showcases expanded QuickShip FOH-to-BOH solutions at the National Restaurant Association Show, featuring American Tables and Seating booths, MET stainless, FLO faucets, and LIT proofers and warmers for hospitality professionals.

ITALOIL will exhibit at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, showcasing its premium extra virgin olive oil, new infused flavors, and growing Chicago presence while connecting with partners and industry professionals.

Celebrity Chef Hugo Leung joins Seafresh Trading Inc and Starway International Group at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show to showcase premium seafood innovations and authentic Asian culinary excellence.

At the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, Vivant will showcase how operators can stop losing money to internet, phone, and WiFi outages while saving 20% on their bills.

Klimon - The Magic Potion for Indulgent Beverage and Dessert Innovation for GenZ and Millennial Diners. A Dairy Free Platform Designed to Stay Ahead of Trends and Win On Menu.

Aegis Foods™ will showcase its innovative pasteurized shell eggs at the National Restaurant Association Show, highlighting food safety, consistency, and culinary versatility for foodservice operators.

Supreme Dumplings Signature Xiao Long Bao Goes National: Out of the Dining Room and Into Foodservice. The fast-growing Taiwanese dumpling house—and sister brand to 16-location Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya—expands wholesale at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, with Direct-to-Consumer retail distribution on deck.

First fully automated crystal-clear sphere ice machine brings premium 2.5-inch cocktail ice production in-house for bars, hotels, and hospitality operators.

Rhombus will showcase its AI-powered cloud-managed security platform for restaurants at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, featuring unified video security, access control, guest management, and operational intelligence solutions.

Reddie introduces its intelligent platform for Quick Service Restaurants.

Myojo USA celebrates 35 years of Japanese noodle craftsmanship at NRA 2026, showcasing its texture-focused noodle philosophy and innovative fresh noodles designed for lasting bite and restaurant-quality performance.

Anfora and Drinique announce a strategic U.S. importing, stocking, and marketing collaboration to improve product availability, fulfillment speed, and support for foodservice distributors and operators.

Introducing Leanpath's Snap AI mobile food waste tracker for events.