I read a few reviews myself (http://www.webhostingjury.com/reviews/DreamHost) and you are right, they are mixed, there are as many bad ones as there are good ones. In my opinion, if a host is really good, they shouldn't have any bad reviews (or very very little), because even if something bad did happen, they should compensate you so you are happy. With this many bad and good reviews, I personally would stay away, but I have not tried them personally so I can't share any personal experience.
Hope this helps, and let us know what you decide on!
~Sovereign
I have been looking at web hosts and have found Dreamhost to offer the most for the cost. When looking at reviews, I have seen about half good and half bad. I am wondering if the community here knows anything about them that can point me in the right direction.
Thanks

Chowhound
Comic Vine
GameFAQs
GameSpot
Giant Bomb
TechRepublic