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: 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

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The original Tango’s on Orchard Street remains open with its full menu and dine-in service, along with takeout. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 26 Nov. 2025 The restaurant offers both dine-in and take-home options, including a traditional Homestyle Turkey n' Dressing Meal. Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Nov. 2025 Complimentary 14-inch Pepperoni or Margherita pizza with any dine-in purchase before or after the game. Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 14 Nov. 2025 The 2 for $25 deal is available for dine-in, to-go or delivery. Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025 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 30 Nov. 2025.

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