Dino’s Subs

Five stars isn’t enough! Good old-​fashioned subs freshly made with high quality meats and cheeses. An Arlington staple since the early 80s, you don’t want to miss this place! Dino’s dressing (peppers, garlic and oil) add unique flavor. Yummy!!!

Really great subs! Tons of options to add or remove. I got the #21 with the works, and was very impressed. They hand slice the meats and cheese right in front of you.
Chips are just your average name brand bags, which is fine with me for a side. Wish they made their own!

Just a sandwich shop… bread is hard… took 15 minutes to make one sub… and all i heard was «waz up «all the time… ask the manager a question… you guess it… waz up …

Best place to get subs in Arlington hands down. Cold cuts are super tasty and authentic plus No matter how long the line is I always get in and out fairly quickly! They’re also one of the few places that makes their lemonade instead of hitting you with that nasty artificial Minute Maid.

Amazing sandwiches, friendly staff, great service. Even when crowded, you get your sandwiches really quick. To address some of the negative comments– the meat portions are huge, IMO. Did I mention the amazing sandwiches? Go there!

I have been coming to Dino’s since I was a kid, and my love for it has never waned. I find nothing makes me happier than driving to Arlington, getting a 21 with the works, and then heading to a Rangers game. I must say whoever decided that putting cream cheese on a sandwich was a good idea is a god in my eyes. I live in North Fort Worth, and constantly on the look out for a comparable sandwich experience. I have found no such thing. I love the atmosphere, I love the eccentric staff, and I love Dino’s.

Great sandwiches and ice cream. If your on a lunch hour I suggest you call your order in ahead of time so you can wait in the shorter pick up line.

1. My first thought is that the part of town in Arlington this place sits is a little on the sketchy side. There are not a lot of parking spaces to be had since the neighboring restaurant is a BBQ joint that seems that it could be fairly popular. I had a late lunch at Dino’s around 2pm so it wasn’t that busy when I went in, but as I stepped up to the counter, a gaggle of men came in behind me.
2. Dino’s on the interior seems cozy and friendly like any old school burger and beer venue would be. Except substitute the burger for a killer sandwich. My expectations were on par with The Great Outdoors that I have been used to, but Dino’s is so much closer to me than any TGO in the metroplex.
3. You order your sandwich by number, white or wheat bread. The white bread that I had, had toasted sesame seeds on the top. Delicious. They inquire if you want «the works»…again…similar to TGO. The works is LTO with Parmesan cheese, oil and vinegar and your choice of Mayo or Mustard. I HIGHLY recommend getting «the works» on any sandwich.
The reviews that I read before my arrival are spot on with my experience. Friendly staff. Quick and simple process. Delicious sandwiches and great atmosphere. I will most definitely be back. My 4 star rating is only missing the 5^th because it still left me thinking and comparing this establishment to TGO. You can’t go wrong with Dino’s! Thanks for the sub!

Amazing food, great atmosphere, friendly staff even when the line was out the door!
Order the Dino with the works!

I dont understand how everyone likes this place.
First and most importantly they Don’t have any bacon! You cant get anything with bacon on it!
Second– their «hot» subs are just microwaved, not actually toasted.
Third– the meat portions are very small.

This is a really great local, one of a kind, New York inspired sandwich shop. To me, the chain it is most comparable to is Jersey Mike’s (but better).
First of all, it is pretty popular. Good for them, but you may want to have a backup plan if you head out here over the moon lunch hour during the work week. The line can be out the door.
As far as the food, it’s very delicious. They have a ton of gourmet meat and cheese options and they keep them in this cool lazy Susan style refrigerator that makes everything look extra delicious. Everything is fresh sliced immediately before it goes on your sandwich.
You can get your sandwich with «the works». This is similar to Mike’s Way at Jersey Mike’s, where they put oil, vinegar, seasonings and some other stuff. It costs a little bit more, but is definitely delicious.
There is nothing special chip wise. I think they have ice cream, but I’ve never tried it.
The décor is appropriate, very obvious it isn’t a chain. There’s a massive not flat screen tv in there that makes me laugh. It’s always clean though, which is all that really matters.
The main drawback is that it is expensive. Getting a sandwich with chips and a drink is easily $ 10. I know most sandwich shops are that way now, but it is still a bit distressing. Plus, they really shouldn’t charge to get «the works».
All in all though, definitely worth trying. You might just fall in love.

I use to work in the area so I had been coming to Dino’s for years for the eggplant sandwich.
I took a friend there and was very disappointed. The eggplant was raw with the skin still on it and there was not much of it to look at on the sandwich. Was not seasoned well. The guy making the sandwich had a lousey attitude. My friend’s sandwich was not worth the price but I did not complain much cause I did not want to discourage him. The place looked old and the employees were not really sociable. The prices were not worth the food. After going to Dino’s for over 10 years, I will not be back and will tell my friends to not go back. Subway makes better food for less money.

Closest to NY Sub that you can get. They slice the meats and cheese for you right when you order them, at your preferred thickness. «The Works» dress up for your sammy is easy and includes everything but pickle. It makes it fast to get through the line. «6 inch Turkey and cheese, the works, w/Dino’s dressing on wheat, please!»
The Dino’s mix you can add to it after the works, which is a must for me. It’s peppers in a vinegar oil. The lettuce and red onion could not be more finely sliced, and they give you tons of meats. It’s alllll Goood!
I took off a star because.
1. I would prefer a more multi grain style whole wheat bun. The whole wheat now is so dark it almost looks like pumpernickel. I would get white but the fiber in the wheat helps to digest your sandwich.
2. I really like the peppers at Pot Belly better. The ones at Dino’s are not really spicy and that’s my preference.
*At the end of the day I will go to Pot Belly over here because of the toasted wheat and peppers. I go to Dino’s when I’m wanting a cold fresh sub.

I read the reviews about not being sanitary and they must have listened. All the employees were wearing gloves and the work stations were very clean.
The food was great! My group had «The Big D», the pizza sub, and the meatball sub. None of us walks away unhappy. We also got a milkshake, it was good (but not great)
I’d go back for a sub and a beer!

If you’ve seen the meme with the little girl in her car seat looking confused. That’s how I feel after leaving this place. I had to keep checking the reviews and address to make sure I was at the right place. This wasn’t the worst sandwich in the world but it was definitely not the best or even close. Actually it was kind of bland and as my husband said «dry» I’m not sure what the hype is at all. It was just an average sandwich. I normally rate meals by «Worth the calories» or «not worth the calories» this DEFINITELY was both worth it. I’m kind of upset at myself for eating it.
Note: New to Arlington
Service: –1 star
Sandwich: 2 ¹⁄₂

Oh my. Oh my. how I love this place. It was my first time here and I can tell if I lived closer, I’d eat here a couple times a month. At the suggestion of another Arlington sandwich shop owner, I decided to come for a casual dinner. We arrived 15 minutes before closing and the staff was still welcoming. As I walked in, I could smell all spices and deli meats. It took a minute to go over the large chalk board that had the sandwiches listed. We decided on the #21 Blackjack (served hot). It’s a really good sandwich. Baked ham, peppered beef, mushrooms, provolone cheese, cream cheese. If you’re expecting a 12″ sandwich. you might want to hold on to your napkins. I’d say this sandwich is closer to 14″. I watched them make my sandwich and they didn’t skimp on toppings. I was really impressed.
And to top it off, the full sandwich was only $ 7! How reasonable is that?! You can also order ½ sandwiches, but if I did that I wouldn’t have my second half for later.
Parking is plenty.
If you love a good sandwich, don’t walk. run towards Dino’s!

I’m in sub sandwich heaven! Haven’t had a Dinos sub in over 25 years and folks I’m here to tell you its as good as it was back in the day.
Praise Jesus they even had marinara sauce (sold by the quart) so I can take Dinos deliciousness all the way back to McKinney.
So long Dinos, I won’t wait another 25 years before I dine with you again!

Wow, wow, wow.
In town for a concert at the Grand Prairie theatre. This meal has been 1377 miles in the making. Day of the show, I wake up early and eat free hotel breakfast with coffee. Then went to the movies and finally came to the realization… I need to find a good place for lunch around here.
A few great options appeared before my eyes as I scrolled through the Unilocal search. Some asian places. A bbq. Dino’s called out to me, reviews insisting I must eat the blackjack. (21 on the menu, turns out. Named thusly).
I arrive at the place after some comical roadway maneuvering fully appropriate to my situation, the magnificent yet mysterious voice of El Goog guiding me to make rights and then use the left lane to turn left 600 feet later. The sign by the entrance reads
Dino’s
ICE CREAM
BEER
«that’s how normal people do it» I muse to my faithful roadtrip companion. This is wonderful. A walk on the normal side, so much distance between us and the dark, bizarre wiles of utah dining. Their menu also informs: YOU CAN TAKE BEER TO GO (the word beer is red).
The TV reading «Complete Signal Loss» fit in so perfectly with the rest of the aesthetic of this gloomy, humid may day in Texas.
I order my blackjack as follows: the works, no lettuce or onions. Add avocado. Mayo and spicy mustard. The result is an immaculately assembled peppered beef, baked ham, provolone, cream cheese, vinegar, oil, spices on wheat that screams at me in every color of deliciosity.
I feel that there is so much more to say but in the interest of time just know this. Nicest staff who joked with us and other customers on our way through the ordering process. Genuinely fantastic on all fronts.

All my life in Arlington people have raved about this place. Nah.
1.) This has nothing to do with the staff, but the guy in front of me in line kept swinging his body around and getting in my space and was just generally giving me the creeps. Get your boat shoes out of my area, buddy. Move with the line.
2.) The staff here was rude as all hell. The guy at the meat slicer was pretty friendly and knew his game, but the girl putting the extras on the sandwiches was just, ugh. No customer service whatsoever. I know you’re making sandwiches all day, and I’m sure that gets old, but I’m standing here being polite and responsive and you’re treating me like I’m being invasive?
3.) Same thing with the guy at the register. I asked him if they sold bottled water because it wasn’t listed on the drink menu and I couldn’t see any in the glass door refrigerators directly behind him. He stared at me for a minute in a way that made me feel dumb/​posh for asking for a bottle. (I was on my lunch break, bottles are convenient. I don’t owe any person an explanation.) After this awkward blank in conversation, I added, «Or a cup of water, whichever you have.» He startlingly responds, «WELL, which do you want?!» What are you even doing, dude? I just looked at him indifferently and said, «Well, IF you sell water bottles, I would like a water bottle.» I guess he picked up on how taken aback I was, because he was nice for the remainder of the transaction, but wow.
4.) Their menu is ridiculously nondescript. I’m sure the paper ones are probably great, but the menu above the counter is strange. I ordered a number one, which had ham, pastrami, and «cheese». No specific kind of cheese, just «cheese». Some of the other sandwiches listed had details like, «Provolone cheese,» etc.
When I went to get my toppings I added, «Oh, and provolone.» Because I assume when there is no description for the mystery cheese, that means I have to choose what kind of cheese I want. Topping gal looks at me like I am a child and responds, «That’s already on there…» Ok, yah, I’m some kind of idiot because your menu is void of adjectives? Damn, girl. Be nice.
5.) This place is dirty and old. After observing the restaurant while waiting in line with the overwhelming smell of banana peppers wafting my way, I hardly even wanted to eat my sandwich. Additionally, the way they top/​wrap the sandwiches is completely unsanitary. Instead of putting the sandwich on a sheet of paper, sliding it down, adding the toppings, and rolling it, they just keep sliding the the sandwiches down the bare counter and wrap them in paper last. So you know, obviously food ends up on the counter top where they’re prepping the sandwiches. To rectify this, the person topping the sandwiches uses the same filthy rag over and over to wipe the counter «clean» in between sandwiches. I shuddered. Like, why not just put each sandwich down on a clean piece of paper from the start and quit smearing bacteria from that grey rag all over everybody’s food?
I could only stomach half of my sandwich.
Never coming back here. Dirty and awful.

Prices range from $ 2.60 for a half up to $ 10.60 for a double.
You get choice of white or wheat bread.
We tried the Dino ($ 7.10) and Blackjack ($ 7). Neither sub impressed me to the hype of the overall ratings and reviews from fellow Unilocalers. The best tasting of the two was the Blackjack however, mostly thanks to the cream cheese.
Overall decent sandwiches but not impressed