: of, relating to, or selling food or beverages consumed on the premises
a dine-in restaurant
A special that is available for dine-in customers only.
Dine-in seating is limited but smartly arranged.Bob Townsend

Examples of dine-in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But the stability and patience of a dine-in crowd gives Ramdass an opportunity to explore flavors and presentations that are a little bit more grown-up and refined. Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2024 The offer is for dine-in only with the purchase of a combo. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 30 Mar. 2024 Easter FAQs:When is Easter 2024, Ash Wednesday, and answers to other questions about the Lenten season Benny’s Cafe Open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. All dine-in dinners include soup or salad, a glass of wine or beer, and an ice cream dessert. Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2024 On March 21, the company is offering customers a buy one, get one free order of boneless wings for dine-in, takeout or delivery. Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2024 Burger King As part of its week of breakfast deals, Burger King is offering a free Hershey’s Sundae Pie with a $3.14 purchase. California Pizza Kitchen CPK rewards members can get an Original BBQ chicken, pepperoni, or traditional cheese pizza for $3.14 with a dine-in purchase of $25. Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 14 Mar. 2024 The offer is valid for dine-in only. California Pizza Kitchen: A free 11-inch pizza for $3.14 with a minimum $25 purchase. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 14 Mar. 2024 The pizza spot is offering a $3.14 pie for dine-in guests who spend at least $25. Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024 Offer valid for dine-in and pick-up when ordered via amicis.com or mobile app. Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dine-in was in 1964

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“Dine-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dine-in. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.

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