<p>DES MOINES, IOWA (June 3, 2020) &mdash; The Iowa Restaurant Association today announced that they are seeking relief from the state legislature in the form of tax and fee forgiveness for many of Iowa&rsquo;s 6,000+ hospitality establishments, as well as other small businesses.&nbsp;The Association sent a proposal to key lawmakers seeking graduated levels of assistance based on the economic impact of mandated closures and is asking the Legislature to make it part of the bu

DES MOINES, IOWA (April 28, 2020) — The Iowa Restaurant Association applauds Governor Kim Reynolds' announcement to begin graduated openings of hospitality and other businesses in 77 counties across Iowa that have had a downward trend in COVID-19 positive cases (see proclamation language below). The Association was in contact with the Governor’s Office prior to the announcement and was able to provide input on the potential mitigation steps all restaurants can reasonably take in order to begi

DES MOINES, IOWA (April 1, 2020) — The Iowa Restaurant Association, through its 501(c)3 charitable foundation, announced on March 31 the creation of an industry-relief fund to assist hospitality workers displaced by the recent suspension of on-premise dining in Iowa restaurants and bars.

DES MOINES, IOWA (November 19, 2019) — On Monday, the Iowa Restaurant Association, in collaboration with The Soyfoods Council and the Iowa Beef Industry Council, completed their statewide culinary competition at a Celebratory Gala at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. The two-part competition challenged top chefs from across Iowa to create an entrée featuring a Beef Sirloin Ball Tip Steak and a soy-based side dish or sauce.