AAA Approved Criteria for Restaurants

Restaurant evaluations cover the following areas:

  • Cleanliness and Condition
  • Management and Staff
  • Food
  • Service
  • Decor and Ambiance

For details refer to The AAA Evaluation and Diamond Rating Process" of Restaurant Requirements & Diamond Rating Guidelines (pdf).



Benefits

Free restaurant listing in the print and aaa.com TourBook guide. The information-packed listing includes objective details provided annually by the establishments and descriptive copy provided by the tourism editors.

Eligibility to become a AAA Official Appointment Restaurant. Official Appointments are the only properties licensed to display the AAA Approved Restaurant emblem and their Diamond rating on their premises, Web site, and in ad materials. Official Appointments also receive a aaa.com menu, an enhanced TourBook listing, and preferred exposure on aaa.com.

Eligibility to participate in AAA's Multimedia Advertising program for restaurants. Qualified TourBook advertisers receive a aaa.com TourBook ad and aaa.com Photo Gallery to reach and influence more members making dining decisions.