I am surprised that I haven't even written a review of this place, especially since I came here faithfully when living in C-town.
Was here again recently when business brought me back home.. and this time I met up with some old friends and brought some out of towners with me. Â
Came in on a weeknight, it wasn't too crowded, I was worried with it being March Madness and all... but was able to secure a much convented parking spot ( parking does really suck when it gets busy). Â We put a few tables together where you first walk in and easily accommodated our party of 8.
Let's just say, this isn't where you go to compliment your diet or your healthy eating options... this is where you go for good times, cold beers, and yummy (sometimes fried ) food.
I always love the broccoli bites ( breaded and fried filled with broccoli and cheese) .. and who wouldn't enjoy tasty friend pepperoni with ranch sauce. Â Their pizza is actually pretty good as well. Â Everyone ate, drank, and had a good time. Â The people I took there for the first time, liked the wings and pizza !! Â
Like I said, this is a bar, a hang out, nothing to fancy, just real, down to earth people trying to get their grease one, watch some games, and enjoy each others' company.
Thank god there is a gym at the hotel!
Been to Dina's a few times. Nothing really sets it apart from other bars in the area. Service varies depending on which bartender / server you get. Never had a rude employee, but some seem to care more than others.
The crowd is a mix of lower middle class folks. Work boots, athletic jerseys, sweat shirts. I'm not sure if this is a sports bar or some kind of mix of a dive/sports/locals bar. No real identity.
The food is sub par. I would stick with the pizza related items, as they are definitely better than the other food items. The fish fry is deplorable. The quesadilla was a complete disappointment. Many generic items straight from the freezer bag.
Although Dina's lacks in many areas, it serves its purpose. It's not a bad place, but don't expect anything special.
For me, Dina's is more of a 2.5 star place, but I'll give them a 3 because they are not as bad as 2 stars.