Serving Washington State’s Hospitality Industry
We provide savings, information, advocacy and training to more than 6,000 restaurants, hotels and hospitality businesses.
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2025 Cost of Dining Report
The Washington Hospitality Association examined online menu pricing for the largest restaurant chains in the continental United States. Our research shows restaurant guests in Washington are paying some of the highest prices in the nation to dine out.
Read more, including where Seattle and Washington state stack up against other cities and states, in our 2025 Cost of Dining Report.
Savings for Your Business
Built by hospitality, for hospitality.
We have curated programs, from health insurance to credit card processing, that offer your business a return on investment for your annual membership. The association’s size and purchasing power allow us to to lower your costs for high-quality products.
A Voice at the Table
Proactive, responsible political advocacy.
Our Government Affairs team advocates at the state and local levels, engaging with decision-makers who have a direct effect on your operations. Members can join our advocacy efforts through organized grassroots activities.
Industry Insights, Updates and Resources
The information you need, from breaking news to evergreen guidance.
We deliver timely, reliable industry insights in clear, actionable formats—so you can make informed decisions with confidence. Stay ahead of trends, regulations, and opportunities that matter to your business.
High-Quality Training Opportunities
Developing your team’s skills.
Our industry-leading education and training programs—including ServSafe Manager—provide opportunities for your workforce to advance and succeed in the hospitality industry.
Building Our Workforce
Illuminating career pathways in the hospitality industry.
The Washington Hospitality Association Education Foundation’s mission is to illuminate pathways of success for people interested in and working in the hospitality industry through workforce development.
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ServSave Manager class—Seattle
ServSave Manager class—Seattle
ServSafe Manager is an advanced food safety certification.
ServSafe Manager class—Tacoma
ServSafe Manager class—Tacoma
ServSafe Manager is an advanced food safety certification.
ServSafe Manager class—Vancouver
ServSafe Manager class—Vancouver
ServSafe Manager is an advanced food safety certification.
Unified tip management for multi-concept hospitality: How Columbia Hospitality scaled efficiency and transparency
Unified tip management for multi-concept hospitality: How Columbia Hospitality scaled efficiency and transparency
Whether you manage a single property or a multi-location enterprise, you’ll walk away with practical strategies for scaling efficiency and transpare...
ServSafe Manager class—Spokane
ServSafe Manager class—Spokane
ServSafe Manager is an advanced food safety certification.
2025 Program Partners
Thank you to these collaborators who make our mission possible.
