Dining United line up announced

United Way of 1000 Lakes has launched its largest Dining United campaign yet, offering restaurant-goers a simple way to support their community by dining out. Now in its 12th year, the campaign features 19 local restaurants, hotels, and breweries in the greater

Grand Rapids area, all donating a portion of their proceeds to support United Way’s programs. The campaign runs through Give to the Max Day (November 21, 2024).

“Dining United is a powerful way to support local small businesses, while helping the broader community through United Way of 1000 Lakes,” stated Bill Martinetto, Rapids Brewing Co general manager. “One of our core values at RBC is 'Community.' We take pride in partnering with United Way for Dining United and appreciate their tireless efforts to make a positive impact in our community.”

Dining United is a collaboration with area businesses to uplift local families by raising funds for nonprofit programs focused on education, financial stability, and building an equitable community. Since its start in 2012, the campaign has raised over $48,500, driving positive change for the region.

Participating since it began in 2012, Timberlake Restaurant offers Wine Wednesdays, donating $2 for every wine pour, while Smoke on the Water returns, contributing $1 from each fall lunch entrée.

“We live in such a fabulous community,” said Tia Starks, owner of Smoke on the Water. “Dining United is a great way to discover local businesses while giving back to our neighbors.”

This year’s campaign highlights both new dishes and fan favorites, such as Rapids Brewing Company’s Hungarian Goulash and Pickled Loon Saloon’s Prime Rib Nachos and Mahi Mahi Piccata.

Long-standing participants include Dutchroom & Mad Dog’s Pizza, Forest Lake Restaurant, and Sammy’s Pizza, with new faces like La Tequila, Ravenstone Abbey, and Timberwolf Inn & Restaurant joining the effort.

Dining United participants include:

• Brewed Awakenings: $1 from every muffin order (Fridays)

• Country Kitchen: $1 from every appetizer order (through November 21)

• Culver’s: $1 from every cheese curd order (November 11–15)

• Dutchroom & Mad Dog’s Pizza: $1 from every large pizza (through November 21)

• Forest Lake Restaurant: $1 from every appetizer order (through November 21)

• Hotel Rapids & HR Bar: $1 from every crepe order (Tuesdays & Wednesdays)

• Klockow Brewing Company: $1 from every pint order (Wednesdays)

• La Tequila: $1 from every appetizer order (through November 21)

• Papa Murphy’s: 15% from every family-size pizza (Thursdays in October)

• Pickled Loon Saloon: $1 from select dishes (through November 21)

• Rapids Brewing Co.: $2 from Dining United specials (through November 21)

• Ravenstone Abbey: 10% from breakfast sandwiches (Tuesdays–Fridays)

• Sammy’s Pizza: $2 from every family-size pizza (November 1-21)

• Smoke on the Water: $1 from every lunch entrée (Mondays–Thursdays)

• Spartan Deli: $1 from every rice bowl (through November 21)

• Timberlake Restaurant: $2 per glass of house wine (Wednesdays)

• Timberwolf Inn & Restaurant: $1 from every lunch sandwich (through November 21)

• Unwined Up North: $1 from every flatbread (Mondays)

• Zorbaz on Pokegama Lake: $1 from every large specialty pizza (through November 21)

Visit www.uwlakes.org/dining-united for more information, including downloadable pocket guide.

Support the campaign by dining out, donating, volunteering, or advocating. To support United Way's mission, call 218-999-7570, visit uwlakes.org, text LAKES to 26989, or mail/drop off a check at United Way of 1000 Lakes, 350 NW 1st Ave., Suite A, Grand Rapids, MN 55744.

Restaurants and businesses interested in getting involved can visit uwlakes.org/get-involved or call 218-999-7570 .