You pick your level of participation! Our suggested model is to ask your customers to “buy someone lunch at Maple Alley Inn” and add a simple $5 donation prompt to the customer’s check. However, whether you collect donations at checkout, contribute a percentage of sales, or make a flat donation, we’ll work with you to find the best fit.
How will my restaurant be promoted?Katie Rose2025-02-28T17:43:54-08:00
Your restaurant will be featured in radio ads, social media posts, email newsletters, and Opportunity Council’s website, with shoutouts throughout the campaign.
Can I participate for just one day instead of the full week?Katie Rose2025-02-28T17:38:40-08:00
Dine Out for Maple Alley Inn is a weeklong partnership between food businesses, local media, and the Opportunity Council. It gives diners a unique chance to support the Whatcom County culinary community, highlighting diversity, resiliency, great food, and a commitment to the community.
How does Dine Out work?Teya Heidenreich2026-02-06T08:17:49-08:00
The fundraiser will run weeklong Weds, May 13 to Weds, May 20. Every participating restaurant at oppco.org/dineout has its own promotion, like a portion of monthly sales or a dollar amount for each purchase of a certain menu item. All that participants have to do is go to oppco.org/dineout, click on a restaurant and participate in the promotion written under their restaurant name.
What is Maple Alley Inn?Katie Rose2025-02-28T17:52:23-08:00
Maple Alley Inn is a community meal program serving fresh, scratch-made meals to people facing hunger. A program of Opportunity Council, Maple Alley Inn offers everything a family meal provides to a diverse community of low-income families, homeless veterans, isolated older adults,and others by offering the chance to dine in dignity, offer companionship, and share their stories at a weekly meal.
When is Dine Out for Maple Alley Inn?Katie Rose2026-03-11T13:48:12-07:00
Dine Out 2026 is May 13th to 20th. Restaurants may participate for the entire week, or specific days of their choosing. Please check the event calendar for more details.
What if I just want to give directly?Teya Heidenreich2024-05-03T14:14:13-07:00
Open Late. Family Friendly.
Individual & Whole Desserts, consisting of 20 flavors of cake, 8 flavors of gourmet dessert wedges, cookies, cupcakes & more. They offer a variety of
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Open Late. Family Friendly.
Individual & Whole Desserts, consisting of 20 flavors of cake, 8 flavors of gourmet dessert wedges, cookies, cupcakes & more. They offer a variety of desserts that are gluten-free, dairy free, &/or vegan.
Great food, wine, laughter and love have been at the center of D’Anna family life for generations. They started in the early 90’s with a wholesale pasta business in Seattle,
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Great food, wine, laughter and love have been at the center of D’Anna family life for generations. They started in the early 90’s with a wholesale pasta business in Seattle, Washington, making various hand-made ravioli and pasta products and selling them to many upscale restaurants throughout the area. Restaurants were getting such rave reviews from their products that they decided they wanted to open their own café and researched the city of Bellingham.
Fresh handmade pasta, gnochhi, ravioli, homemade bread and many other favorites are prepared from scratch daily in their kitchen. In the D’Anna tradition, only the freshest and finest ingredients are used in their recipes.
Founded in 1987 by restaurateur Diane Symms, Lombardi’s opened with a vision of serving fresh regional Italian dishes with flavors that were inspired by Diane’s travels through Italy. Influenced by
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Founded in 1987 by restaurateur Diane Symms, Lombardi’s opened with a vision of serving fresh regional Italian dishes with flavors that were inspired by Diane’s travels through Italy. Influenced by the Lombardy region in Northern Italy, Lombardi’s was named after “Papa Lombardi”, the grandfather of their first chef.
Lombardi’s guests appreciate their made-from-scratch sauces, salad dressings, & desserts, along with imported Italian staples such as pizza flour, cheeses, Barilla pasta, & olive oils. Lombardi’s is also committed to sourcing local products whenever feasible.
Fresh, unpretentious food served in a stylish, comfortable atmosphere by an attentive, personable staff. A meal at Skylark’s is a welcome oasis from the pressures of life – a place
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Fresh, unpretentious food served in a stylish, comfortable atmosphere by an attentive, personable staff. A meal at Skylark’s is a welcome oasis from the pressures of life – a place to relax with family and friends. Skylark’s chefs create dishes from scratch from their original recipes and utilize local vendors and products whenever possible. Quality ingredients make the difference! They enjoy the art of blending classic favorites with contemporary trends, always evolving while maintaining the integrity of their most popular dishes. Traditional and creative cocktails make each meal special.
Cheba Hut Bellingham is located in the iconic “Rocket Donuts” building in Old Town. Their shop decor has embraced PNW themes including the legend of Big Foot. They look forward
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Cheba Hut Bellingham is located in the iconic “Rocket Donuts” building in Old Town. Their shop decor has embraced PNW themes including the legend of Big Foot. They look forward to serving you the best dang “toasted” dank subs and munchies in the City of subdued excitement.
Nestled in the heart of Bellingham, WA, The Bagelry exudes warmth and welcomes guests with open arms. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu bursting with mouthwatering dishes,
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Nestled in the heart of Bellingham, WA, The Bagelry exudes warmth and welcomes guests with open arms. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu bursting with mouthwatering dishes, it’s the perfect place to unwind and savor a delightful meal. Our diverse menu caters to every palate, whether you’re looking for a leisurely breakfast with loved ones, a quick lunch catch-up with friends, or a solo meal at the window. The Bagelry offers a relaxed setting where laughter flows as freely as the conversation. Come as you are, and leave with a satisfied heart, a full stomach, and a smile.
The original Leopold Hotel served the first legal post-Prohibition cocktail in town. Find craft cocktails, delicious food, and a great atmosphere.
Hours: Th – Sun, 4 – 10 p.m.
Visit Amendment
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The original Leopold Hotel served the first legal post-Prohibition cocktail in town. Find craft cocktails, delicious food, and a great atmosphere.
Located in the heart of downtown Bellingham, Penny Farthing is your destination for exceptional food, creative cocktails, and a welcoming, stylish atmosphere—perfect for any occasion. Our kitchen highlights the best
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Located in the heart of downtown Bellingham, Penny Farthing is your destination for exceptional food, creative cocktails, and a welcoming, stylish atmosphere—perfect for any occasion. Our kitchen highlights the best of the Pacific Northwest, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and anchored by two custom Wood Stone ovens. Whether you’re joining us for dinner, drinks, or a night out with friends, our menu is crafted to deliver bold flavors and memorable experiences. At the bar, our talented team of mixologists serves up original Penny Farthing creations alongside innovative twists on classic cocktails. You’ll also find a curated selection of wines, local beers, and ciders to suit every taste.
El Sueñito Brewing blends Mexican heritage with Pacific Northwest craft tradition. Each pour represents our commitment to creating extraordinary experiences through flavor and community. From our award-winning Alebrijes Mexican Lager
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El Sueñito Brewing blends Mexican heritage with Pacific Northwest craft tradition. Each pour represents our commitment to creating extraordinary experiences through flavor and community. From our award-winning Alebrijes Mexican Lager to our newest creations, we’re putting dreams into every glass.
At Mercato, their menu blends Italian roots with the flavors and energy of NYC — simple, made fresh, and always satisfying. Stop by the Granary Building to savor a coffee,
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At Mercato, their menu blends Italian roots with the flavors and energy of NYC — simple, made fresh, and always satisfying. Stop by the Granary Building to savor a coffee, grab a quick bite, meet up with friends, or stock up on your favorite ingredients.
We are humbled to be stewards of this historic space and are excited to share the changes we have made while keeping with its storied history as a gathering place
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We are humbled to be stewards of this historic space and are excited to share the changes we have made while keeping with its storied history as a gathering place of travelers and patrons alike. Sweet Bay offers classic breakfast and brunch fare, lunch specialties and coffee from Lighthouse Roasters. Everything we serve is made from scratch, in house.
Viking Food is a restaurant marketing firm bringing customers and restaurants closer together. When engaging our company to coordinate food delivery, you are hiring the services of a self-employed delivery
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Viking Food is a restaurant marketing firm bringing customers and restaurants closer together. When engaging our company to coordinate food delivery, you are hiring the services of a self-employed delivery professional. You can order from any of our partner restaurants for delivery for only $3.99.
Owner and Chef of Bry’s Filipino Cuisine, Bryan Matamorosa grew up in the Philippines and moved to the US when he was 19. Family owned and operated, Bry is all
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Owner and Chef of Bry’s Filipino Cuisine, Bryan Matamorosa grew up in the Philippines and moved to the US when he was 19. Family owned and operated, Bry is all about making people happy with scratch made food inspired by his hometown province.
The Aslan Brewing brewpub in downtown Bellingham is a hip, family-friendly taproom with house brews & modern takes on classic pub fare, plus wine & cider. With a commitment
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The Aslan Brewing brewpub in downtown Bellingham is a hip, family-friendly taproom with house brews & modern takes on classic pub fare, plus wine & cider. With a commitment to organic ingredients, locally sourced goods, and low-impact practices, Aslan Brewing aims to offer the community something refreshing and sustainable. Aslan is a certified B corporation, meeting higher standards of social and environmental performance that are comprehensive and transparent.
Cozy, friendly neighborhood cafe located in a historic building, featuring tasty drinks and spaces to work in a peaceful atmosphere.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. all week.
Visit the
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Cozy, friendly neighborhood cafe located in a historic building, featuring tasty drinks and spaces to work in a peaceful atmosphere.
A restaurant with great and affordable food and world-class beer. Structures Brewing’s mission is to produce vibrant, quality and innovative beer, brewing great hoppy beer and lager beer while
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A restaurant with great and affordable food and world-class beer. Structures Brewing’s mission is to produce vibrant, quality and innovative beer, brewing great hoppy beer and lager beer while also exploring the realms of curiosity in Imperial Stouts, Barleywines and Smoothie Sours.
Located in the heart of downtown Bellingham, Old World Deli provides delicious food, catering services, and a world of creative gifts and culinary delights. The delicatessen was created in
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Located in the heart of downtown Bellingham, Old World Deli provides delicious food, catering services, and a world of creative gifts and culinary delights. The delicatessen was created in the European fashion, with carefully sourced artisan products with a constant eye on quality. It features savory sandwiches, soups, salads, and wines.
Sirena Gelato was started by a family to strive to produce the highest quality product available, made in the heart of Bellingham. They had a 3rd generation gelato maker from
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Sirena Gelato was started by a family to strive to produce the highest quality product available, made in the heart of Bellingham. They had a 3rd generation gelato maker from Italy train them in the art of making gelato. Every batch is made the old-fashioned way, hand scooped and hand decorated, one pan at a time. Sirena also offers caffe affogatos, cakes, and espresso. They use proceeds for direct giving through community events with gift cards for local non-profits, schools, charities and educational groups.
Neapolitan-inspired, wood-fired pizza located in the historic Fairhaven neighborhood of Bellingham. Their doors open to the well-trekked South Bay trail. Established in 2015, they have created a simple space
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Neapolitan-inspired, wood-fired pizza located in the historic Fairhaven neighborhood of Bellingham. Their doors open to the well-trekked South Bay trail. Established in 2015, they have created a simple space that provides a canvas for inspired pizza.
More than 16 years ago, Brandywine Kitchen grew out of a love cuisine and local agriculture. Today it identifies as a Black-owned business, specializes in “from scratch” cuisine and is
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More than 16 years ago, Brandywine Kitchen grew out of a love cuisine and local agriculture. Today it identifies as a Black-owned business, specializes in “from scratch” cuisine and is known for its abundant gluten-free options.
30 Barrel production brewery offering 20 taps in an industrial setting. Food trucks, keg sales, beer-to-go and TVs for sports. Covered
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30 Barrel production brewery offering 20 taps in an industrial setting. Food trucks, keg sales, beer-to-go and TVs for sports. Covered outdoor Keg Yard Beer Garden now open year round!
Here to serve you the best homemade food they can. Putting a little love into every dish. Offering breakfast and brunch, The Daisy Cafe serves hits like cinnamon orange French
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Here to serve you the best homemade food they can. Putting a little love into every dish. Offering breakfast and brunch, The Daisy Cafe serves hits like cinnamon orange French toast and a London Fog latte.
Bar Cicotti is a family-friendly coffee and wine bar with fun, simple Italian-style eats brought to you by the owner of Storia Cucina, Jonathan
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Bar Cicotti is a family-friendly coffee and wine bar with fun, simple Italian-style eats brought to you by the owner of Storia Cucina, Jonathan Cicotti, and located inside the Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher building in downtown Bellingham.
‘Cicotti’ is Jonathan’s Italian family name. The Cicotti family originate from Cento in Northern Italy and they are the source of many of Jonathan’s recipes. As in Italy, Bar Cicotti serves as a coffee bar during the day and a wine bar at night. They work with local producers and organic farmers to source all of our ingredients.
The Storia Cucina kitchen makes everything from scratch with quality, local products. Their pasta and bread are made with freshly milled flour from Cairnspring mill. The bar specializes in classic
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The Storia Cucina kitchen makes everything from scratch with quality, local products. Their pasta and bread are made with freshly milled flour from Cairnspring mill. The bar specializes in classic Italian cocktails done right. ‘Storia Cucina’ is made by the ingredients & people who produced them, the recipes & people who passed them on, the chefs & their passions, the wonderful staff, and guests who share these experiences with them. Lopez Island-raised Jonathan Cicotti, formerly a restauranteur in San Francisco where he received national attention in publications such as Star Chefs, Food & Wine, and Zagat, and who has cooked in the famous James Beard House in NYC, couldn’t be more excited to share the recipes from his Italian familia with his native Pacific Northwest community.
Avenue Bread’s cafes showcase freshly baked creations that are delivered to them daily, which are also sold for retail. In an era of increasingly conscious consumption, they create communities around
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Avenue Bread’s cafes showcase freshly baked creations that are delivered to them daily, which are also sold for retail. In an era of increasingly conscious consumption, they create communities around authentic eats for locals and visitors alike who want a nourishing experience in the great Northwest.
Dine in with Avenue Bread through Viking Foods delivery!
Bantam Kitchen & Bar serves Rotisserie Chicken, Fried Chicken, Southern Style Sides and Cocktails. Bantam is family-friendly downstairs, 21 and over upstairs. Bar upstairs, and heated outdoor patio. Dine-in or
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Bantam Kitchen & Bar serves Rotisserie Chicken, Fried Chicken, Southern Style Sides and Cocktails. Bantam is family-friendly downstairs, 21 and over upstairs. Bar upstairs, and heated outdoor patio. Dine-in or to-go.
Reservations are recommended, and walk-ins are welcome.
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Señor Lopez is a family-owned and operated restaurant, dedicated to serving delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine. The Chef has over 30 years
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Señor Lopez is a family-owned and operated restaurant, dedicated to serving delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine. The Chef has over 30 years of experience and has been cooking Mexican food for even longer. After years of working in other restaurants, he and his wife decided to open a restaurant of their own, and Señor Lopez was born.
From artisanal buns by local Avenue Bread, NW pasture-raised beef, wild caught salmon and cod, to their thoughtfully crafted cocktails and some of the best beers around, The Filling Station’s
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From artisanal buns by local Avenue Bread, NW pasture-raised beef, wild caught salmon and cod, to their thoughtfully crafted cocktails and some of the best beers around, The Filling Station’s aim is to serve you quality eats. A burger joint featuring craft cocktails, local beer, a commitment to quality food and giving back.
Lost Giants Cider Company is 21+ craft cider company founded in 2018 in Bellingham to focus on handcrafted modern and traditional ciders that showcase the agricultural abundance of Washington State.
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Lost Giants Cider Company is 21+ craft cider company founded in 2018 in Bellingham to focus on handcrafted modern and traditional ciders that showcase the agricultural abundance of Washington State. Lost Giants promotes fun, collaboration & empowerment. Named by the owners—all avid outdoor enthusiasts—for the stately trees that once graced the forests surrounding Bellingham, the Lost Giants production facility and 21-and-over taproom features handcrafted modern and traditional ciders, with guest taps of local and regional craft Beers.
You pick your level of participation! Our suggested model is to ask your customers to “buy someone lunch at Maple Alley Inn” and add a simple $5 donation prompt to the customer’s check. However, whether you collect donations at checkout, contribute a percentage of sales, or make a flat donation, we’ll work with you to find the best fit.
How will my restaurant be promoted?Katie Rose2025-02-28T17:43:54-08:00
Your restaurant will be featured in radio ads, social media posts, email newsletters, and Opportunity Council’s website, with shoutouts throughout the campaign.
Can I participate for just one day instead of the full week?Katie Rose2025-02-28T17:38:40-08:00
Dine Out for Maple Alley Inn is a weeklong partnership between food businesses, local media, and the Opportunity Council. It gives diners a unique chance to support the Whatcom County culinary community, highlighting diversity, resiliency, great food, and a commitment to the community.
How does Dine Out work?Teya Heidenreich2026-02-06T08:17:49-08:00
The fundraiser will run weeklong Weds, May 13 to Weds, May 20. Every participating restaurant at oppco.org/dineout has its own promotion, like a portion of monthly sales or a dollar amount for each purchase of a certain menu item. All that participants have to do is go to oppco.org/dineout, click on a restaurant and participate in the promotion written under their restaurant name.
What is Maple Alley Inn?Katie Rose2025-02-28T17:52:23-08:00
Maple Alley Inn is a community meal program serving fresh, scratch-made meals to people facing hunger. A program of Opportunity Council, Maple Alley Inn offers everything a family meal provides to a diverse community of low-income families, homeless veterans, isolated older adults,and others by offering the chance to dine in dignity, offer companionship, and share their stories at a weekly meal.
When is Dine Out for Maple Alley Inn?Katie Rose2026-03-11T13:48:12-07:00
Dine Out 2026 is May 13th to 20th. Restaurants may participate for the entire week, or specific days of their choosing. Please check the event calendar for more details.
What if I just want to give directly?Teya Heidenreich2024-05-03T14:14:13-07:00
