Vermont Independent Restaurants

Become a Member of VTIR

Thank you so much for your interest in joining VTIR. Vermont Independent Restaurants (VTIR) is an emerging coalition of over 180 Vermont restaurants and bars working together to build, connect, and inspire. Founded in March 2020 to support restaurants in response to the pandemic, VTIR is on a mission to preserve and advance our Vermont restaurant industry. VTIR membership is open to independently owned Vermont restaurants and bars. We also welcome the support of suppliers, vendors, and producers as affiliated members.

  • Restaurants + Bars: VTIR membership is open to independently operated restaurants or bars who hold a Vermont Department of Health restaurant license and operate under 20 units and are not owned or a franchisee of a “parent company” outside of Vermont. 
  • Restaurant Industry Connected Businesses: We welcome the support from restaurant industry vendors who would like to be involved and support our work (farmers, producers, distributors, and related business services). 
  • VTIR Membership Rates: For just $25 per month, you can be a part of the VTIR movement. 
  • We acknowledge that this is a difficult time for our industry, you can join now and begin payments next spring - in the form below after you select yearly or monthly payments select the “bill me later” function. 
  • If you are already a Vermont Chamber member, membership with VTIR is included in your Chamber membership.
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