Delaware Restaurant Association

This is what DRA looks like.

Visionaries. Operators. Community builders.

Meet Mike Day, Owner of Farmer & The Cow (Wilmington, DE)—one of Delaware's hospitality leaders that keep guests coming back and communities connected.

DRA exists to support the people behind the industry.

Farmer & the Cow

Thank you for all our DRA Members who attended and showed their commitment to responsible alcohol service!

Delaware Restaurant Association hosts alcohol safety training in Dewey Beach Delaware Restaurant Association hosts alcohol safety training in Dewey Beach for the summer season.

We're proud to see so many Delaware Restaurant Association members recognized by the Delaware News Journal as some of Delaware's most influential and inspiring leaders in food and drink.

Congratulations to Katie Kutler of kaffe Karma; the Jansen family, owners of Jansen's Market; Nick Vouras of Nick's Pizza, Mad Pretzel, and B's Bagels; Jeffrey Gosnear co-owner and president of Grotto Pizza; the Guzzi family, owners of Bing's Bakery; and Alexander Smith, CEO and founder of Atlas Restaurant Group, for being featured on this distinguished list.

These hospitality leaders do more than serve great food—they create jobs, support local communities, drive economic growth, and help shape Delaware's vibrant hospitality industry.

Congratulations to all those recognized, and thank you for your contributions to Delaware's restaurants, communities, and economy.

Read the full article here: https://f.mtr.cool/zsqvazajgc

This bill represents what can happen when legislators and industry leaders work together to create meaningful opportunities for Delaware businesses. When policymakers listen to the real needs of their constituents, positive change is possible.

The restaurant and hospitality industry is a major part of Delaware’s small business community, and the Delaware Restaurant Association is proud to advocate on its behalf. We are especially grateful to Senator Elizabeth Lockman for her leadership and work on this legislation.

Governor Matt Meyer joined Senator Lockman at Farmer and the Cow for the signing of Senate Bill 185 into law. We are also grateful to DRA member Mike Day — owner of Farmer and the Cow — for bringing this issue forward and helping create meaningful industry conversation. Senator Lockman’s responsiveness and genuine care for her constituents helped turn a real operational challenge into an opportunity for Delaware hospitality businesses.

The new law allows licensed businesses to sell private label spirits sourced from a Delaware-licensed importer, creating new opportunities for local establishments to expand offerings, strengthen their brands, and support continued growth within Delaware’s hospitality industry.

Advocacy like this is only possible through continued industry support. To help us continue fighting for Delaware’s restaurant and hospitality community, please consider supporting our Advocacy Center: https://www.delawarerestaurant.org/advocacy/

🚨 Time Update for Tuesday’s Responsible Alcohol Service Training 🚨

🕙 UPDATED TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
🥪 Box lunches available after the training

Calling all managers and alcohol service teams 📣 Make sure your staff is in the room for important updates on compliance, responsible service practices, safely cutting off patrons, and guidance on the new HB 195 regulations regarding 18-year-olds behind the bar.

Key regulatory representatives will be present as we head into the busy summer season. Protect your business, protect your license, and keep your team informed.

FREE sign up available on our website : https://members.delawarerestaurant.org/events/Details/responsible-alcohol-service-event-dewey-beach-1726378?sourceTypeId=Hub