We are the voice of Indian cuisine in America.

About IRAA

Who We Are

The Indian Restaurant Association of America (IRAA) is the national voice and community for Indian restaurants and food businesses across the United States. Founded in 2025, we bring together restaurant owners, chefs, food entrepreneurs, and industry partners who share a passion for promoting Indian cuisine, culture, and business success.

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Indian restaurants with resources, partnerships, and advocacy to thrive in the competitive hospitality landscape.

What We Do

Business Resources & Partnerships
We negotiate exclusive deals with leading technology providers, payment solutions, marketing platforms, and suppliers to help restaurants save costs and grow their businesses.

Industry Advocacy
We represent the interests of Indian restaurants in front of policymakers, media, and industry forums to ensure our community’s voice is heard.

Community & Networking
We foster connections among restaurant owners, chefs, and professionals through events, webinars, and online groups, creating a vibrant community for sharing knowledge and opportunities.

Training & Education
We provide learning resources and workshops on topics like digital marketing, operations, food safety, hiring, and financial management, tailored to the unique challenges of Indian restaurants in the U.S.

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Preferred Supplier List

Our Members

  • Logo for '13 Aapni', an Indian cuisine restaurant, featuring a colorful flute with a peacock feather and tassel.

    Bansari Indian Cuisine

    Vienna, Virginia

  • Logo for Banaras Xpress, a multi-cuisine restaurant, with purple and pink lettering and a stylized design element.

    Banaras Xpress - Indian Fusion

    Sterling, Virginia

  • Logo for Maharani Palace featuring a gold ornate design, a stylized letter 'M', and text indicating Indian cuisine, lounge, and banquet services.

    Maharani Palace

    Herndon, Virginia

  • Text reading 'celebration by Rapa Vira' with a pink watercolor background.

    Celebration by Rupa Vira - Modern Indian Cuisine

    Ashburn, Virginia

  • Snow-covered mountain peak illuminated by sunlight under a clear sky.

    Sankalp - The Taste of India

    Austin, Texas

  • Bombay Tandoor logo with stylized flame between the words 'Bombay' and 'Tandoor'

    Bombay Tandoor

    Vienna & Lansdowne, Virginia