Dino’s Steak and Claw House

Hasbini said he does not have just one favorite menu item, and he and his staff try to help prevent their guests from getting into a habit of ordering the same thing each visit.

“We do tell our guests about our dishes and try to recommend things for them,” Hasbini said.

Dino’s often plays host to corporate parties and business dinners as well as anniversary, birthday and holiday celebrations. It is also popular for romantic date nights, Hasbini said.

To enhance guests’ experience, Dino’s hosts local musicians Wednesday through Saturday on the eatery’s black baby grand piano, which is downstairs.

The building, which sits on Grapevine’s Main Street, used to house a bank. Small touches still show the heritage of the building, including the glass blocks on the restaurant’s facade. Caal, who has been at Dino’s since it opened in 2008, said he draws inspiration from everywhere.

“We try to make things very simple,” Caal said. “Simple food, and people like it.”

Caal and Hasbini, who have known each other for more than 10 years, “understand each other,” Hasbini said.

“Both of us, we have one goal: to take care of our guests, which is what we’ve been doing,” Hasbini said.

Dino’s Steak and Claw House 342 S. Main St., Grapevine 817-488-3100 www.dinossteakandclaw.net Hours: Mon.-Thu. 5-9:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-10:30 p.m., closed Sun.