Hamline Church Dining Hall

05/27/2026

Last year we were so excited to see new and familiar faces coming together in service—sharing food, kindness, and the kind of love that builds community.

We can't wait to see what's waiting for us at Minnesota State Fair 2026! Keep an eye out for our Volunteer Sign up in July!

05/15/2026

One of our favorite Fair traditions?
When the Emma Norton team joins us behind the counter! 💛🍽️

Each year, staff from Emma Norton volunteer at the Dining Hall — serving meals, greeting guests, and sharing in the joy of this community tradition. It’s a beautiful reminder that this partnership goes both ways.

When you dine with us, you’re part of something bigger. Part of our proceeds are donated to Emma Norton! We’re so grateful to partner with Emma Norton in bringing hope and new beginnings to women and families.

04/23/2026

Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week!
THANK YOU to generations of volunteers who have made the Dining Hall a place of warmth, welcome, and care❤️

03/23/2026

So great to see Alison Kirwin being recognized in the U of M Alumni magazine! 🎉 Her story—along with the history of Al's Breakfast and her journey as an alum—is such a meaningful glimpse into the people behind our Dining Hall partners.

Take a moment to read the article and learn more about Alison and the story behind the griddle! 🥞

Hamline Church United Methodist

Check this out!

Alison's Breakfast • Minnesota Alumni https://share.google/VUCn3jIObBFiAnXB0

03/12/2026

🍔 Main Dish Spotlight!

Golden pancakes, sizzling grills, and a whole lot of heart.
We are beyond grateful for our incredible kitchen partners — Al's Breakfast and chefs Alison and Linh — who bring the menu (and those famous pancakes!) to life at the Dining Hall each year. 🥞✨ Their skill, creativity, and dedication make the magic happen behind the scenes — and on every plate. If you’ve ever had one of those pancakes, you know… they’re legendary.

We’re so thankful to cook alongside the best. 💛

02/26/2026

Awesome to see Kathy & Ginkgo Coffeehouse being highlighted on Hamline Midway Coalition!

02/19/2026

Coffee Spotlight!☕🍁
A huge shoutout to Kathy from Ginkgo Coffeehouse for keeping us energized all Fair long — from refreshing Shake-Ups to your favorite coffee pick-me-ups.

And thank you to our incredible takeout window volunteers who shake, pour, and serve each drink with a smile. 💛 You bring Kathy’s creations to life for every guest.

We’re so grateful for this partnership — and we can’t wait to see what's next for coffee at our dining hall!

02/13/2026

Hamline Church United Methodist Youth will be learning the secrets to our amazing pancakes this Sunday! Join us after worship in the Community Room, stop by and support their summer trips!

Join us after church on this Sunday, February 15 for some of our famous Hamline Church Dining Hall pancakes! Freewill donation to benefit Hamline Church Youth’s TWO trips this summer. A mission trip to North Dakota and a youth leadership conference, Global Young People’s Convocation 2026 in Dublin, Ireland!

Donate at hamlinechurch.org/give Select the dropdown, Hamline Youth Mission Trips. Thank you for your generosity!

01/10/2026

Happy New Year! 🎉 We're excited to get started planning our next year at the Minnesota State Fair!

Thank you again for a great State Fair 2025—YOU volunteers are the ones bringing heart and love to our Dining Hall. Stay tuned for food reveals, behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, and fun facts from 128 years of serving up radical hospitality at the fair!

Hamline Church United Methodist

09/23/2025

Find our very own Mary Bloom in a Bon Appétit Magazine article talking about our dining hall’s history! Hamline Church United Methodist

Each year, fairs reinvent themselves to mirror evolving local tastes and demographics. Nowhere is that reinvention more visible than in the food concessions.