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Dino's Drive In

4.3 (136 reviews)
InexpensiveBarbeque, Seafood, Burgers
Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Divey
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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed

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Small burger! Huge honestly and the flavor is great
Ron F.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cool spot! Local and the car hop style at its best.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Drove about 40 minutes to get here. Worth the drive! We had the small burger, 3 piece chicken and the large chili cheese dog. All were good but we ranked with the chicken then the burger then the dog. The portions were huge and the prices were great. But the real star of the show was our car hop. She (Destiny) was outstanding and honestly the best part. She was very attentive and helpful with questions and suggestions. Very much appreciated. The portions of the food were so large we couldn't finish them so as a result we had a lot to place back on the window tray. Destiny noticed we didn't finish and offered to get us something else as she initially thought we didn't care for the food. We were just full but truly appreciate her looking out for us. That is a rare trait now days. She made the whole experience something to talk about and come back for. I hope she still works there when we do come back! Thank you.

Great Inexpensive food-great prices! Quick service!!
Vickie S.

Great inexpensive food! Quick service! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is a drive in or sit at the picnic tables![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Flounder sandwich added cheese with fries
Kevin S.

Liked the place....Service was swift and friendly..For fast food I give this place 5 stars...Way better than any chain....I got the flounder sandwich (added cheese) with fries...Both were quite good....My buddy got the BBQ beef sandwich and he liked it.

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Chris S.

Good food great service and amazing prices this is one of my favorite Florida hidden gems. It's a basic drive in with basic food but it's cooked well and the service is always top tier.

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chakkuri w.

My husband and I had lunch at Dino's today. It was our first visit and will definitely not be our last! Everything here was fantastic, from the low prices (with most items well under $10) to the food quality to the friendly servers who were really hustling. My husband loved his lamb gyro and banana milkshake while I enjoyed my catfish sandwich and fries. Our whole bill after taxes was only $25.06. Highly recommend.

Look for this Road Sign!!!
Steven T.

FAMILY FOOD ADVENTURE, 3 TIMES OVER 2 DAYS!!! First day here: The Wife, my son and me have been wanting to try Dino's been seeing it for a while. Since it was just us 3 and it was getting late we decided to try it, FINALLY!!! The Service was awesome, waitresses were very pleasant and informative. Even asked if we had any questions. The picnics tables are outside next to where cars pull up, so be ready for lights in your eyes from non courteous customers, but it's a nice throw back to the ways of old in essence. Maybe if the wait staff asked drivers to turn there lights off while they wait or if Dino's hung signs it would help. Food = Value This place is spot on for sizing to what they charge and for some items like the footlong chili dog, It's just a great deal!!! You can bring everyone here and get most a Full Belly for under 10$ and it's not fast food!!! Frozen foods yes, but cooked really well!!! We got a little bit of each of our Fav's. PRO TIP: GET THE BASKET IT IS WORTH IT!!! Fries or Onion Rings!!! Our order consisted of: Fried mushrooms: Pre made frozen mushrooms, but the cook was perfect, the breading stayed intact and there was only yummy mushroom water juice inside the breading. No oil leak through that can happen with cheap frozen mushrooms. These are at least mid level frozen level and were enjoyed by all. Especially with the in house Ranch dressing, this was really tasty!!! Philly cheese steak: Price for size was good food value and if you get it with all the toppings it would have been even bigger. It comes with the salad works as a topping with grilled peppers and your choice of onion type, raw or grilled. I only got the grilled peppers and onions as it should, for me anyways, lol!!! The Philly was cooked very well and the steak to cheese ratio was decent, but I can always use more cheese, can't we all??? The Philly bread went perfect with the bite of steak and cheese. A nice soft bread. Great Value!!! Chili dog (12") w/bun to match length. Hot dog was great all you'd want from a dog. Not a low grade tasting hot dog at all. It was quality. The bun was really good as well!!! The Chili was a little lite, but it was late so it might have been the end of a batch and they just didn't have enough left to give more. (Look at the 2nd day for an update of chili). Onion Rings as a side were ok. These are basically like the McCain onion rings from the super market. Flat formed batter, not crunchy like you would get with a better battered pre frozen onion rings, which does cost more, but then just give a couple less, there's better quality onion rings out there for sure!!! Still good food value tho. We would get again, just with known expectations next tim The Large Cheeseburger Basket: My son ate the cheeseburger before I even got a chance to ask him how it was. LOL he loved it!!! Rice and fries were good as well!!! The Wifey got the Clam strips dinner it came with Fries, Slaw & Rice, All 3!!!Tartar sauce and cocktail sauce available. The clams were a little small as a portion for her likings, but it was still enjoyed by her. With all the sides it is a very filling plate especially for the price she said!!! All in all it was a great 1st visit, it was so good food = value, taste and service wise, that my eldest and I went back for lunch the next day. For lunch my eldest got the Large Hot dog, Fries & Cole slaw. They enjoyed it all!!! I got the buffalo chicken salad w/blue cheese dressing. It was a very good salad and plenty of chicken/dressing. I really enjoyed it!!! Now I was tired and still full from lunch when everyone else was hungry. So, I said Let's go a third time so I don't have to cook!!! Three ordered Bacon Cheeseburgers with sides & the little one had to try the chili cheese dog. Again everyone enjoyed their food and it was only 36$ for 4 non fast food meals that's cheaper than 4 fast food not as good food meals!!! Last Pro tip: Call ahead if you want it to go. We did, twice and both times we were told 10 minutes and each time they were on point. We would pull up, someone came right over, take our name go in and a few mins later they would come out with our food. Did I mention GREAT SERVICE!!!! 4 Star rating b/c some things I mentioned can be improved upon for even better quality, but definitely worth the try and return!!! This place will definitely be on our rotation for now on!!! AS ALWAYS, TRY IT FOR YOURSELF!!!

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Jimi J.

This ain't your grandparent's drive-in...wait, yes it is! Old school drive-in, with an interesting menu and awesome service. Quiet and laid back, with quick friendly service. I have eating food from the establishment before, today was my first time to be able to stop in. I have tried several dishes, from burgers to wings to seafood and it has all been excellent. Today I had a lamb gyro...so good! I also love their onion rings. This place reeks of nostalgia...no load music, no swanky settings...ust good food, great service and old time feels!

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Jenni Q.

Dino's Drive In was a great experience. The food was good, the service was fast. Your carhop will place your order and deliver it on a tray and attach it to your window. I had a cheeseburger and fries ans my husband had an Italian Sub and onion rings. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They do have a few picnic tables to eat at if you don't want to eat in your car.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We will be back.

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Deke M.

As much as I wanted to love my first try with Dino's, I think it was a "one & done". I drove in about 11:30 to a less than filled drive-in. I waited longer than I should've due to people pulling in later getting served first and orders coming out. I'd actually thrown my car in reverse when I got a server and placed my order for a hot dog, onion rings and a chocolate shake. They didn't have relish offered pickles, said yes. Always surprises be when a hot dog seller doesn't have the the 4 main requests--catsup, mustard, relish, onion. Food came out fairly quickly but she dropped it off and then was off to drop off another, picking up their payment from me last. The 3 items was $14 plus tip. The dog was longer than the bun but extremely salty and not cooked through. The bun was dried out and cracking. No pickles. Onions weren't diced but strings, awkward on a dog. Onion rings tasted great but the "crumbs" in the box tasted like fish--so people allergic to seafood might be wary of anything fried in the same oil. The shake was super thick so that the straw did not work, but no spoon included. It was only mixed on the top half, the bottom have was straight vanilla. It was not pleasant trying to eat it by pouring the cup at a tilt and letting the pile plot at your face. I think you get the total picture. Not an enjoyable meal. the way others love this place it may be a case of choosing the wrong things, but the service was off today as well

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Awesome little spot to grab a bite. Cool staff and pricing is greatttt. Wings are great. Shrimps are decent and mushrooms are kickass

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Again in 2018 a great burger and fries. Pepsi products, we take our cokes.

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8 years ago

Great prices, wonderful staff, delicious food! A family favorite. The variety is amazing. Greek salad and fried mushrooms are divine.

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This little spot has great burgers and fries. Great spot for lunch or even dinner if you want something very causal.

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Awesome blast from the past drive in from 1968, staff is friendly and food is very reasonably priced.

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Delicious cheeseburgers good flavor and the fries were delish!!! We will definitely be visiting again soon

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Old style drive in where you eat in your car. Not much to look at but food is great and big portions. Been around forever.

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Great food! So glad I stopped. Plan to return and try more. Had a Double Cheeseburger and fries. Worth the stop if you have the time.

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We have been here twice!! Food was good enjoyed sitting outside eating. Only disappointing that they didn't have milkshakes!!

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Awesome service and the best finiki sandwich!!! The slaw is better than KFC! Def be back!!

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This place is super affordable + the food is SO GOOD! My family of 4 (including myself) eat here for exactly $21. It's super great spot.

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