Tinġo Award Application & Evaluation Process
Is Your Restaurant Ready to Lead?
Sustainable restaurants deserve to be seen. The Tinġo Award recognizes establishments that go beyond compliance and genuinely invest in a better food system — for their community, their suppliers, and the planet.
How Tinġo Reviews Restaurants
Tinġo reviews restaurant practices across the sustainability areas shown below, drawing on restaurant information and available evidence. Recognition is based on this review—not on payment or interest in Tinġo’s other services.
Energy & Renewables
Solar, energy efficiency, and renewable procurement
Sourcing & Supply Chain
Local, seasonal, ethical, and organic ingredients
Food Waste Reduction
Waste tracking, composting, and portion design
Packaging & Plastics
Single-use elimination and compostable materials
Water Conservation
Low-flow systems, greywater use, and drought-adapted menus
Community & Social Impact
Food equity, local employment, and education
Sustainable Design
Materials, build spec, and green architecture
Restaurants that qualify may receive Tinġo recognition and a listing in our growing restaurant guide.
What you get:
- Tinġo recognition where earned: Platinum, Gold, Green, or Tinġo Pathway
- A listing in the Tinġo restaurant guide, where applicable
- An opportunity to share reviewed sustainability practices with diners
Not sure if you qualify yet?
Tinġo can discuss practical steps your restaurant could take toward more sustainable operations. Email us at:
Interested in compostable takeout containers?
Tinġo is exploring a pilot to help restaurants source compostable takeout containers. If your restaurant is interested, email us at the address above with the types of containers you use and approximately how many you order each month.
Contact Tinġo!
Questions about Tinġo, restaurant recognition, partnerships, or sustainability services? We’d love to hear from you. Use the form below or email us at info@tingoes.com.
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