Downtown DC Restaurant Talent and Programs Named 2025 RAMMY Finalists

On April 14, the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced the finalists for the 2025 RAMMY Awards, celebrating the incredible restaurants, chefs, pastry wizards, and hospitality pros who help shape the vibrant culinary landscape and foodservice community of the capital region.

DowntownDC BID is proud to be home to several standout nominees this year, showcasing the continued growth, flavor, and flair of Downtown’s dining scene.

Congratulations to these talented chefs and restaurants for their outstanding achievements:

Cocktail Program of the Year: Moon Rabbit

Beer Program of the Year: Astro Beer Hall

Service Program of the Year:  Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

Fast Casual Restaurant of the Year: Love on the Run at Love Makoto

Upscale Casual Restaurant of the Year: Petite Cerise

Restaurant Employee of the Year:

• Keiri Tobar Morales, RPM Italian
• Juan Sanchez, Café du Parc and Willard’s Peacock Alley

Pastry Chef or Baker of the Year

• Susan Bae, Moon Rabbit
• Carmelo Gil, Petite Cerise

These talented chefs, teams, and restaurants are what make Downtown DC a true dining destination. From craft cocktails to unforgettable service, Downtown is serving up excellence at every turn. Cheers to all the 2025 RAMMY nominees and mark Downtown DC as your next stop for a culinary journey like no other!