DiRōNA was established in 1990 to promote the fine dining industry. This non-profit organization conducts independent restaurant inspections and offers the only fine dining guarantee in North America. The DiRōNA Achievement of Distinction in Dining is bestowed upon only the most distinguished fine dining establishments. To be eligible, restaurants must be in operation, under the same ownership and theme, for a minimum of two years. The rigorous, anonymous, inspection process scrutinizes every aspect of the dining experience-food, wine, service, physical property and décor. To date, fewer than 800 restaurants have received the Dirona designation.
