: 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 In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Sahm's co-owner Eddie Sahm said the new eatery will feature a cocktails, wine and Big Lug beer, with food available for dine-in and carry-out. Bradley Hohulin, The Indianapolis Star, 12 July 2024 Brody’s Restaurant opened for dine-in service on July 6 at 8140 Freeport Blvd. Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 10 July 2024 The store will be available for dine-in, carry out and delivery. Michael Burgess, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2024 Midtown vegan restaurant Veg Cafe pays cooks in part through a 5% back-of-house fee on dine-in orders. Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 27 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for dine-in 

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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 26 Jul. 2024.

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