Participating Restaurants

Think you have the best margarita in the city? Now’s your chance to prove it! Compete in the Fort Lauderdale Margarita Festival, hosted by the International Margarita Organization, and showcase your signature margarita to 2,000+ attendees. Let the people decide who truly makes the best margarita in Fort Lauderdale!

How It Works:

• Each festival attendee will receive a Tasting Card, allowing them to sample one margarita from each of the 10 participating restaurants.
• Attendees will also receive a voting token to cast their vote for their favorite margarita.
• At the end of the event, all votes are counted, and the restaurant with the most tokens is crowned THE BEST MARGARITA IN THE CITY!

What You Win:

🏆 $1,000 Cash Prize
🏆 Best Margarita Plaque
🏆 Exclusive "Best Margarita in the City" Banner to display in your restaurant

This is your chance to gain exposure, attract new customers, and claim the ultimate bragging rights as the top margarita maker in the city! Secure your spot now and show the city what you’ve got. 🍹🔥

READ THE BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY

By submitting this application and participating in the Festival, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

• The International Margarita Organization (Organizer) will host the event on the date and time listed noted above. 
• The Restaurant agrees to participate as a vendor and comply with all event requirements.

As a participating restaurant, you agree to:

• Provide 30 gallons of non-alcoholic margarita mix for sampling.
• Supply garnishes, salts, rimmers, and necessary bar supplies.
• Ensure at least two (2) certified representatives are present to serve samples.

The Organizer will:

• Provide tequila for margarita samples.
• Supply event infrastructure, including a tent, table, linens, margarita dispensers, sampling cups, ice, and ballot box.
• Conduct event marketing and ensure strong attendance.
• Manage the margarita competition and award the $1,000 Grand Prize, plaque, and "Best Margarita" banner to the winning restaurant.

• A $200 registration fee is required to secure participation.
• An additional $100 fee applies if the Restaurant opts for a custom banner.

• If the Restaurant cancels within 14 days of the event, it will be responsible for reimbursing the Organizer for marketing and material costs, up to $4,000.
• If the event is canceled by the Organizer, all fees will be refunded in full.

• The Restaurant is responsible for complying with all health and alcohol-serving laws.
• Each party agrees to indemnify and hold the other harmless from any claims, liabilities, or damages arising from their negligence.

• This agreement is legally binding and governed by the laws of the State of in which the event is being held.
• Any modifications must be in writing and agreed upon by both parties.

By submitting this application and payment, the Restaurant confirms acceptance of these Terms & Conditions and agrees to participate in the Festival under the outlined terms.