The results are in, and 2021’s DFW Restaurant Week raised $428,516 for the North Texas Food Bank and Lena Pope, according to a press release.
Held from Aug. 9 to Sept. 5 last year, nearly 100 restaurants donated 20% of their prix fixe lunches and dinners to help those struggling with food insecurity.
“We want to extend our sincere gratitude to both the restaurants and diners who took part in DFW Restaurant Week at such a pivotal time," NTFB President and CEO Trisha Cunningham says via press release. "The campaign meals purchased across the Dallas area helped the Food Bank to in turn provide more than 906,000 meals for neighbors in need."
Locally, Del Frisco’s Grille, Kirby’s Prime Steakhouse and Mac’s On Main were named star restaurants for their significant contributions to Lena Pope. Moxie's Bar & Grill in Southlake and Next Bistro in Colleyville also participated in DFW Restaurant Week.
“Tarrant-area diners and restaurants can take heart in knowing that every delicious DFW Restaurant Week meal has helped Lena Pope meet the increasing demand for mental health services and support for children and families in our community,” Lena Pope CEO Ashley Elgin, Ph.D. says via press release.
2022’s DFW Restaurant Week — which will also be its 25th anniversary — is set to take place from Aug. 8-14. For more information, visit DFWRestaurantWeek.com.