Georgia Restaurant Association

The Georgia Restaurant Association is a non-profit organization based in Atlanta, Georgia. Employing 22 staff members, the organization operates with an annual revenue of $2.5 million. The Georgia Restaurant Association advocates for the interests of Georgia's restaurants through various initiatives. The organization provides educational resources and raises awareness about the importance of the restaurant industry in the state. The GRA serves over 17,000 food service and drinking places across Georgia, an industry generating over $17.1 billion in sales and employing over 421,800 individuals, second only to Agribusiness in non-government employment. Founded in 2003, the Georgia Restaurant Association arose from the need for an independent voice representing the restaurant industry in Georgia. Initially established as the Georgia Restaurant Council, the organization was formed by a group of prominent restaurateurs, who envisioned a dedicated association to serve the unique needs of the industry. The Georgia Restaurant Association can be reached through its website at www.garestaurants.org.