: 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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Beer and wine available for dine-in purchase.
—Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 11 Feb. 2026
The Lenten favorite is available for dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery through Whataburger’s website and mobile app.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
The offer is good for dine-in, pickup or delivery (pricing and availability may vary by location).
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
But these days, thanks to streaming services and dine-in theaters, films and feasting can coexist more seamlessly than ever.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
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Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 11 Feb. 2026
The Lenten favorite is available for dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery through Whataburger’s website and mobile app.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
The offer is good for dine-in, pickup or delivery (pricing and availability may vary by location).
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
But these days, thanks to streaming services and dine-in theaters, films and feasting can coexist more seamlessly than ever.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for dine-in
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“Dine-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dine-in. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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