: 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

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The new brick-and-mortar location is officially open for dine-in and takeout customers. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 July 2026 The deal is valid at participating Wendy's locations nationwide for dine-in, carry out and via the drive-thru for orders placed on the Wendy's app or website. Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 18 July 2026 The Prairie Village spot, which features an open kitchen and patio, will offer to-go, dine-in, pickup and delivery. Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026 The offer is valid for dine-in only and cannot be combined with online orders. Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dine-in

Word History

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 25 Jul. 2026.

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