Food Distributor Partnerships That Power Restaurants
At Dining Alliance, powered by Buyers Edge Platform, we build strategic partnerships with food distributors & manufacturers to unlock extraordinary value for restaurants. Through our massive buying power, advanced rebate programs, and cutting-edge technology, independent restaurants get access to the same savings and insights that big chains enjoy — without changing how they buy or who they buy from.
Our Food Distributors & Manufacturer Network
Dining Alliance partners with 350+ manufacturer brands, including manufacturers like Tyson, Barilla, McCain, and many more.
We offer 175,000+ rebate-eligible products, covering every major category from fresh proteins and frozen goods to disposables and packaging.
Distributors across the U.S. are included; you can keep working with the ones you already buy from or partner with one of our prefered distributors to maximize your rebates.
You don’t need to change the products you are purchasing, unless you want to grow your rebate checks!
Food Distribution Categories Covered by Our Network
Our rebate and savings programs cover wide product categories, such as:
- Proteins – poultry, beef, pork, and seafood.
- Grocery & pantry items – grains, flour, condiments, spices, and oils.
- Frozen & refrigerated goods – produce, desserts, appetizers, and prepared foods.
- Beverages – coffee, tea, juices, and fountain products
Basically, if you purchase it for your restaurant, you can be saving on it with Dining Alliance!
Create Your MyDining Alliance Account
It’s 100% free, with no fees, dues, or hidden costs.
Connect Your Distributors
Link your distributor accounts so we can see what you’re buying. Purchases are automatically analyzed for rebate earnings.
Start earning CashBack
Once connected, eligible purchases trigger rebate accruals. Payouts happen quarterly. You can claim your rebates via ACH right from your account!
Unlock additional savings & tools
Beyond cash rebates, get access to non-food savings programs, technology for tracking/reporting, and rewards.
Maximize Savings on Food and Unlock Powerful Programs
Automatic rebates
Earn CashBack on items you already buy without switching products or changing distributors.Beyond Broadline Programs
Reduce costs not only on food, but uniforms, equipment, payroll, insurance, credit card processing, services, and much more!Exclusive rewards & add-ons
Earn rewards points on purchases you make, redeemable for gear, electronics, trips, and so much more!Technology & Insights
Track rebates in real time, analyze your purchasing trends by distributor/manufacturer/category, and get visibility into savings opportunities.
“Dining Alliance has helped us save thousands every year on both food and non-food supplies. The rebates are just the icing on the cake.”
Geoff ― Owner/Operator YC’s Mongolian Grill
5+
Years in The
Alliance
25%
Savings over the
first year
$75k+
In rebates
The myDining Alliance Portal
Our member portal is your place to access all Dining Alliance has to offer.
Over 25+ Years of Expertise & $74 Billion in Buying Power
Founded in 1998, Dining Alliance has been serving independent restaurants for over 25 years.
Through Buyers Edge Platform and our network, we leverage $74B+ in aggregated spend to negotiate better pricing and rebates.
We have delivered programs in all categories, with hundreds of manufacturer partners, tens of thousands of members, and growing savings year after year.
The Dish
Stay up-to-date & stay empowered:
Weekly commodity & market reports so you know trends in food cost, supply, demand.
Insights, blogs, and educational content written for restaurant operators.
Alerts to new rebate programs, non-food savings partners, and add-ons that can help your business.
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