Restaurant Supplies for Foodservice Operators
Dining Alliance helps independent restaurants save on restaurant supplies of every kind—from proteins and pantry staples to disposables, cleaning products, and equipment. With access to 350+ top manufacturers and 175,000+ products, you’ll earn CashBack rebates while streamlining your purchasing process.
Partner with Food Distributors and Manufacturers
Dining Alliance partners with the industry’s top manufacturers, distributors, and service providers to bring you the best pricing, rebates, and savings programs available. You could easily earn rebates on items that you purchase from your current distributor. No need to change suppliers or the products you are purchasing, unless you want to earn even MORE CashBack!
Keep buying from the distributors you already know and trust.
Unlock manufacturer rebate programs without switching products.
Access a national network of leading food and non-food suppliers.
Benefit from Dining Alliance’s scale, powered by Buyers Edge Platform’s $74B in purchasing volume.
Dining Alliance Program For Restaurant Supplies
No matter what you are purchasing or which distributor you are buying it from, you can earn cash back! With over 175,000 products from over 350+ manufacturers, chances are you are already purchasing products that qualify for Cash Back rebates!
Food Supplies
Dining Alliance members gain access to rebates and savings on essential food categories, including:
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.
Non-Food Supplies
Running a restaurant takes more than food. Dining Alliance provides programs that cover:
Disposables & packaging – cups, napkins, to-go containers.
Cleaning & sanitation supplies – chemicals, paper goods, janitorial items.
Restaurant operations – uniforms, linens, smallwares, and kitchen equipment.
Business services – payroll, insurance, credit card processing, and more.
How to Join Dining Alliance for FREE
Joining Dining Alliance is always 100% FREE. There are no membership fees, dues, or associated costs of any kind. Simply create a MyDining Alliance account and start earning CashBack on your purchases.
Create Your MyDining Alliance Account
Signing up is quick and easy. Simply create your free MyDining Alliance portal account to unlock access to rebates, savings programs, and powerful purchasing insights.
- 100% Free Membership – No costs, no hidden fees
- Quick & Easy Setup – Join in minutes
- Instant Access to Savings – Start identifying rebate opportunities right away
Connect Your Purchases
Link your distributor accounts to your new MyDining Alliance portal account, and we’ll automatically analyze your purchases to identify rebate-eligible products you already buy. Just make sure you’re purchasing from one of eligible distributors!
- Seamless Integration – Connect your accounts in minutes
- Automatic Rebate Matching – We find savings for you
- No Changes to Your Ordering Process – Keep purchasing as usual
Start Earning & Maximizing Your CashBack
Once connected, you’ll automatically accrue rebates on eligible purchases. Rebates are paid out on a quarterly basis.
- Quarterly CashBack Payments – Get paid for your purchases
- Maximize Savings – Switch to rebate-eligible products to increase your earnings
- Track Your Rebates in Real-Time – Monitor your savings in the portal
Unlock More Member Benefits
Your Dining Alliance membership gives you access to even more savings opportunities beyond rebates.
- Beyond Broadline Discounts – Save on equipment, utilities, and services
- Real Foodservice Rewards – Earn points on purchases and redeem for high-value rewards
- Advanced Reporting Tools – Track purchases, rebates, and purchasing trends
Maximize savings and unlock powerful programs for your restaurant.
Dining Alliance gives you automatic rebates on purchases you already make from over 350 top manufacturers. Once you connect your distributor accounts, we track your eligible purchases and accrue rebates on your behalf. Every quarter, you receive a CashBack payment based on your total earnings. With no changes to how you order, you can start saving immediately while managing everything from your myDiningAlliance portal
“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
The myDiningAlliance Portal is designed to help members track rebates, manage purchases, and optimize their savings potential. Inside the portal, you can view rebate earnings in real-time, set up ACH deposits for faster payouts, and analyze detailed reports on spending trends and more
With the myDiningAlliance portal Cost savings are around every corner. Boost your rebate earnings, sign up for indirect spend savings, and let our AI uncover perfect switch-and-save opportunities tailored to help your operations save money.
Track rebates in real time and view quarterly earnings.
Run detailed reports by product, category, or supplier.
Access non-food programs, add-ons, and rewards.
Set up ACH direct deposit for quick payouts.
Over 25+ Years of Expertise & $74 Billion in Buying Power
Dining Alliance has been empowering independent restaurants since 1998.
As part of Buyers Edge Platform, our members benefit from $74B+ in collective spend.
With 25+ years of industry expertise, we’ve built one of the strongest savings networks in foodservice.
The Dish
Stay informed and stay ahead with The Dish, Dining Alliance’s resource hub:
Weekly commodity and supply chain insights.
Articles and blogs tailored for restaurant operators.
Updates on new savings opportunities and supplier programs.
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FAQs:
About Restaurant Supplies
No. Dining Alliance works with your existing distributor relationships.
Both food and non-food categories: proteins, pantry items, packaging, cleaning supplies, uniforms, equipment, and more.
It’s 100% free—no membership fees, no dues.
Dining Alliance matches your purchases with rebate-eligible items, and you get paid quarterly via ACH.
Independent restaurants, multi-unit groups, and foodservice operators of all sizes.
Join Dining Alliance for FREE
Become a Dining Alliance member at no cost. Sign up today and start earning CashBack on 175,000+ rebate-eligible products.
100% Free!
No hidden fees of any kind