Dinos was not always Dinos. Purchased in 1960 by Dean Bartolo, Ringside Liquors (named for the boxing murals on the ceiling) became a friendly, neighborhood corner bar and packaged liquor store. It soon became a local hang out and Dean (aka Dino) changed the name to Dino’s Lounge.

Dino and his new neighborhood gang shared laughs and drinks daily. They became a family. Together, they started the oldest tradition at Dinos, the exclusive “99" card game every Friday night. Once Dino aged, his youngest son Chuck soon became owner of the bar. With him in charge, the business took off. His quick wit, bottomless jokes, and insurmountable charm, kept the patrons entertained. Now, he has passed this family business on to his own daughter, Kristin. She has stepped up and taken over. Don’t let her heart stopping beauty and kindness fool you, she is one tough cookie. Kristin has become the main attraction at Dinos-just like those before her. And yes the traditional “99" is by invite only.