Recognition That Drives More Business.

Verramark recognizes the restaurants, bars, hotels, and venues that set the standard for exceptional service, experience, and quality, across every region of the country.

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Restaurants

Bars & Breweries

Cafés & Coffee Shops

Event Venues

Hotels & Resorts

Recognition That Means Something

Each Verramark badge represents verified excellence in hospitality, earned through transparency, measurable standards, and genuine guest feedback.

When you display the Verramark seal, it’s more than an award. It’s a public promise of quality your guests can see and believe.

What’s Included With Your Verramark Recognition

Official Digital Badges

Receive your Verramark badge set — beautifully designed for websites, social media, and print. Each badge includes your award title, year, and region.

Framed Certificate & Decal Files

Download print-ready certificate and window decal designs that you can frame, display, or print locally.

Directory Listing

Get featured in the Verramark Verified Directory. Each listing includes your logo, links, and recognition categories.

Press & Promotion Opportunities

Gain access to regional features and press announcements spotlighting recognized establishments.

Year-Over-Year Continuity

Join anytime — recognition is valid for one full year from your approval date and renews automatically each year.

Verified Trust & Data-Backed Credibility

Each Verramark listing is backed by real business data: website, address, and reputation checks, giving guests confidence that your recognition is earned, not claimed.

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How Recognition Works

Apply for Consideration

Submit your business and select your badge categories.

Evaluation & Verification

We review public data, guest feedback, and your submission.

Receive Your Recognition Kit

Includes digital badges, marketing assets, and your official certificate.

A badge guests trust. A difference you can measure.

Recognition with Verramark isn’t just about prestige, it drives measurable growth for hospitality businesses nationwide. When guests see a verified mark of excellence, they notice, trust, and return.

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74%

of guests say they’re more likely to visit a restaurant recognized for excellence.

61%

of guests discover new restaurants through awards or “best of” lists.

92%

of guests say they feel more confident booking or dining with a business that carries a visible badge of trust.

FAQ

What is Verramark?

Verramark is a recognition platform celebrating verified excellence across the hospitality industry. Each award is backed by reputation data, design quality, and credibility, giving guests a trusted way to identify outstanding businesses.

Who can apply?

Restaurants, bars, cafés, hotels, venues, and other hospitality businesses are eligible. If you serve guests and care about quality, you can apply for recognition.

How does the process work?

Complete the short application form and choose your recognition categories. Our team reviews each submission within 24 hours to confirm eligibility and business details. Once approved, you’ll receive your official 2025 badges, certificate, and marketing assets to showcase your verified recognition.

What’s included when I sign up?

You’re not just getting a badge, you’re joining a verified recognition network.
Your annual recognition includes:

- Official digital badges for your website and marketing materials
- A print-ready certificate and decal files
- A public Verramark directory listing with your business details
- Marketing assets to promote your verified recognition across platforms

Can I choose multiple categories?

Yes, depending on the specific plan you sign up for.

Does my recognition renew automatically?

Yes. Verramark recognition renews automatically each year as long as your billing remains active. You’ll receive your updated badge files and certificate for the next award cycle without reapplying.

If you ever need to pause or cancel, you can do so anytime before your next renewal date.

When should I apply?

Applications for 2025 Recognition are open now. Apply before the end of the year to secure your place in this year’s verified hospitality class and be featured in the first 2025 Directory release.

Do I need to submit documents or reviews?

No. Verramark uses your public business details and reputation data (like Google or Yelp) to verify legitimacy. No extra paperwork required.

What happens after I’m verified?

We'll reach out to you and send you your downloadable badge assets and a confirmation email with your certificate, embed code, and listing details. Your recognition goes live in our directory within a few days.

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