Against national chains
National delivery-first brands like Domino's, founded in 1960 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, built their identity on speed, convenience, and price sensitivity. Value chains like Little Caesars, founded in 1959 in Garden City, Michigan, built theirs on low-friction, low-price carryout.
Dion's competes on a different axis: a regional footprint, a menu that includes salads and subs, and consistency across locations. Which one fits depends on what you're optimizing for that day.