There are ways to improve the dinette. (Not as good as a recliner, but not bad.) We replaced the seat cushions and bolsters (which are also our mattress, when fully assembled!) with high density memory foam. In addition, we each have long "body pillows" which provide extra support and comfort for our backs. These long pillows can also be folded so that after dinner, we can sit against the kitchen cabinets with our legs stretched out on the dinette cushions, leaning back on the folded pillows. Very comfortable for several hours of reading!
Still, a nice big recliner would be great.