Restaurants in Dayton
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Best Restaurants
“45+ min wait for 3 plates. 4th plate was ordered after the first 3 were placed and came out first which indicates the 4th order was submitted by itself rather than combined with the first 3. Kitchen was not at capacity or extremely busy. Assistant Manager falsely claimed to be the Manager and was unwilling to offer any compensation for the wait. A.M stated 45min is standard wait and insinuated I was trying to get a discount on bar tab because I waited until the bill came out. A.M falsely claimed I was the only table that had complained about the wait. Waitress clearly indicated a table near me also complained and received a free appetizer as I was requesting to speak to the manager. The unwillingness to make minor compensations or take accountability is the reason another dollar will never be spent again at T.P. Waitress was tipped fairly at 20%.”
“Loved our experance! Our waitress Natasha was amazing. We've had her twice and she always goes above and beyond. The food was amazing and the tea just hits the spot!”
“Great food and atmosphere, at reasonable prices. My husband and I enjoyed everything we ordered, and plan on going back soon.”
“We held my daughter’s bridal shower at Joui Wine. Who doesn’t like wine and charcuterie? The staff were amazing and helped make the shower special. The charcuterie was beautiful and delicious. My daughter and I plan to be back to enjoy the beautiful space and awesome wine!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“I Decided to order the baby back ribs, I’ve tried so many places, ordered on line a few times, but when I read the reviews, I thought I’d give it a try!! When we served them for dinner, everyone flipped out, BEST RIBS EVER !!!! 4 people all said same thing “ where did you get these?? We’ve now had our son ask if he could have them for his birthday party ( he’s 40) ! Looking forward to the next time we break out the RIBS !! I’m no longer looking for Great RibsI found the Best 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 and I’m very picky 💪😁”
“Awesome service! Our server was phenomenal! Great food, and awesome atmosphere!”
“Our favorite restaurant in downtown Dayton. Like the atmosphere, the people, and the food! Guacamole was delicious as usual. Enchiladas verdes were out of this world good. Meghan was wonderful as a server. And finally, thank you for our favorite seats at the chef’s counter. Love watching everyone cook! We will be back after the new year. 😊”
Restaurants with Delivery
“I got the Tony and it was excellent. The menu is limited, might want to expand sandwich choices even just using different combinations of the same meats / cheeses and toppings. Sides and salads are limited, again might want to look at expanding. The grocery concept, I get it biggest complaint of downtown residents is lack of a grocery store. There selection is limited and didnt look like they covered the basics. I would either get in or out of thar business and maybe focus on being a sandwich shop.”
“We ordered takeaway for Thanksgiving, and everything was cooked to perfection—the lasagne, brie, and olive cake were outstanding. The flavors were exquisite, and the staff was friendly and very service-oriented. Parking downtown Dayton was easy, and we’ll definitely be back.”
“45+ min wait for 3 plates. 4th plate was ordered after the first 3 were placed and came out first which indicates the 4th order was submitted by itself rather than combined with the first 3. Kitchen was not at capacity or extremely busy. Assistant Manager falsely claimed to be the Manager and was unwilling to offer any compensation for the wait. A.M stated 45min is standard wait and insinuated I was trying to get a discount on bar tab because I waited until the bill came out. A.M falsely claimed I was the only table that had complained about the wait. Waitress clearly indicated a table near me also complained and received a free appetizer as I was requesting to speak to the manager. The unwillingness to make minor compensations or take accountability is the reason another dollar will never be spent again at T.P. Waitress was tipped fairly at 20%.”
“The best Greeck chicken wrap, the fresh cut fries with vinegar or your yummy tyme ketchup, DELICIOUS.My husband loved the 3 cheese cheeses teak and fries. The hummus and fuloafo was amazing!DELICIOUS food, fun staff and 2 verynice brother owners. The hamburgers are good too, JUST GO, you'll love it!”
“We had dinner I had the pulled pork sandwich, my nice had the brisket sandwich. Our sides where Cole slaw, potato salad and green beans. Everything was amazing good. The employees where friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this place if you are in the Dayton area.”
“Had heard great things about the Vegan options that Flavors offered and boy was I not disappointed. The man at the counter went over the menu in detail pointing out the vegan options. I got the Hummus bake and it was delicious. The chips, salsa and garlic sauce was outstanding. I will be back. Great food, great service at a very reasonable price and made to order VEGAN style.”
“Originally from Buffalo NY, found it very difficult to find a pizza that even comes close to what I was used to. I've tried many pizzas across the Miami Valley and all I can say is that most were pretty bad, and a few ok but not much more. 2 places were halfway decent but those places went downhill. I finally tried Joe's Pizza last month and have to say, the Absolute Best in Miami Valley. It was the closest to Buffalo Style Pizza I ever had in Southwest Ohio. Told their Staff the same. I will definitely be going back there despite being a little drive from where I live. I would recommend Joe's Pizza to everyone, especially if you're looking for a quality pizza!!”
“I have been to this KPOT location several times. Every time I have had a wonderful time and enjoyed the food. Tonight we had an absolutely amazing server. AJ was very kind and provided exceptional service, which was so very appreciated after our 8 hour drive back home from visiting family. Honestly I don't know how KPOT keeps managing to go above and beyond our expectations each time we visit, but we are consistently leaving very pleased. Great job to the KPOT staff for being amazing at what they do 💜”
“Found this little gem on the internet. The food was absolutely fantastic. We all enjoyed the food. My friend tried lamb for the first time. She was in heaven. The server was great. My only complaints were the lamb was overcooked, but still juicy, and the kids running all over the place (and the boy that was hitting his brother with a belt, not hard, but still annoying).”
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“Our favorite restaurant in downtown Dayton. Like the atmosphere, the people, and the food! Guacamole was delicious as usual. Enchiladas verdes were out of this world good. Meghan was wonderful as a server. And finally, thank you for our favorite seats at the chef’s counter. Love watching everyone cook! We will be back after the new year. 😊”
“This was some of the best food and drinks I have ever had. I have been a big foodie my whole life and recently became a vegetarian. Since then, I have been struggling with finding dishes I truly love, especially when eating out. Well, we went to Meadowlark for the first time tonight and they blew it out of the water! The drinks were tasty, the food was delicious and the service was amazing!! We will definitely be back again soon!!”
“The restaurant is so cute, eclectic, and so clean!
Our server tonight was Jamie, and she was damn near the best server I’ve ever had! Her recommendations were spot on, her hospitality was unmatched, and it was a wonderful experience.
I went with some coworkers, and we all tried different things, and we shared 3 appetizers. EVERYTHING we tried was so yummy
I will be coming back with friends, and am so glad I found this little gem!
If you stop by, make sure to ask for Jamie if she’s serving—or a drink recommendation if she’s your bartender!”
“Second evening in a row we've DoorDashed your amazing food after working a 72 hour week. What a wonderful treat! My hubby is half Lebanese so I know how it's supposed to taste. I can't tell you enough how good the food is. My now go to place for comfort food. Made my daughter's 30th birthday a nice night. Thank you so much. Recommending to everyone. Keep up the fantastic work.”
“We had lunch on Saturday and as usual all of our meals were delicious! Our server Karugu was fantastic!! Friendly, efficient, quick to refill our drinks with a great smile! We started off with pretzel bites, hot and delicious! Started off with cups of gumbo, perfect on a cold rainy day! Great soup loaded with shrimp, chicken and sausage. Then the 4 of us had deluxe pizza, a tuna melt, chicken quesadilla and the Italian sub. Everything was great. The pizza crust was crispy and light. Perfect!”
“Quick, friendly service. Went for late lunch. Maybe 3 other tables there in the 40ish minutes I was there.
Got a thai coffee. Absolutely delicious.
Then pot stickers. Came out in 5minutes. Yummy filling and sauce. Nice crispy wonton.
Entree was pad thai with shrimp. Medium spicy, good balance of sweet and salty. Added shrimp to mine. Everything less then $30. Wish had one closer to home.”
“CoCo's Bistro provided an amazing atmosphere, with a vibe in music from all over the eras. Their versitle variety of dishes and flavors, makes for an occasion - whether lunch or a fiestive dinner on a Saturday night, this place delivers with high energy and an inviting venue.”
“BEST Steak, (any cut) liver and onions are super good!! Stewed tomatoes 🍅 best I’ve ever had.. keep up the wonderful job!!!- one of our FAVORITE restaurants… raw oysters are tasty as well..:”
“The food was delicious and everything was perfectly cooked. The snow crab clusters were huge. Tried the special house sauce as im an original cajun mild girl, and it was bomb. Love how it all stuck to the food. My waitress (Alisha R) was great. She took time to explain the difference in sauces and constantly checked on me to make sure I was ok. She made my experience amazing, and she deserves a raise! Hands down the best seafood I've had.”
“This was some of the best food and drinks I have ever had. I have been a big foodie my whole life and recently became a vegetarian. Since then, I have been struggling with finding dishes I truly love, especially when eating out. Well, we went to Meadowlark for the first time tonight and they blew it out of the water! The drinks were tasty, the food was delicious and the service was amazing!! We will definitely be back again soon!!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I Decided to order the baby back ribs, I’ve tried so many places, ordered on line a few times, but when I read the reviews, I thought I’d give it a try!! When we served them for dinner, everyone flipped out, BEST RIBS EVER !!!! 4 people all said same thing “ where did you get these?? We’ve now had our son ask if he could have them for his birthday party ( he’s 40) ! Looking forward to the next time we break out the RIBS !! I’m no longer looking for Great RibsI found the Best 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 and I’m very picky 💪😁”
“My wife ordered me a cake for my birthday. I love carrot cake, but it’s hard to find a good one. Not something that seems to be too common any longer… Long story short, this was one of the best carrot cakes I’ve ever had. Very moist, good texture from the nuts and a little soft pop from the carrots. Simply Amazing!! ! We also tried their Chocolate Chip and Snickerdoodle Cookies and their Banana Nut Muffins. I’ve never been much of a fan of snickerdoodle cookies(wife loves them), but these were very good. Soft and chewy and just a good cookie. The chocolate chip cookie was amazing, slight hint of salt just to enhance the flavor of the chocolate. The muffin was moist and had a great banana nut flavor. Pretty much everything we received was extremely well baked and delicious!!!”
“Makayla and the other taker with the blue braids was handling the Drive thru great. Last night about 11:50 almost 12 midnight. Harshman is always doing something around that time and your store was a line around the building. It would be nice if harshman said something to there customer's. I was one of your Manager's at the S. Dixie location back at the end of 2016. Medical reasons made me have to stop working. I just wanted to say that these two ladies was doing a fantastic job for you restaurant. The Manager is a white gentleman with blonde hair. Doing everything he can while they was getting there butt whooped with 3 employees plus him. I did not ask the black lady with the blue braids her name but I did get Makayla's. Not sure if I'm spelling it like she does but, I spelled it like it sounds. My name is Rebecca Kendrick perfect job team.”
“The 5 stars goes to Omar i believe he said his name was. I ordered online and didn't receive some of my items. This worker went over and above to make it right and uphold the best customer service I've seen from pretty much any mcdonalds. He even threw in an extra pie for the trouble. You are the model that employees should base their performance off of. Keep it up???”
“The restaurant is so cute, eclectic, and so clean!
Our server tonight was Jamie, and she was damn near the best server I’ve ever had! Her recommendations were spot on, her hospitality was unmatched, and it was a wonderful experience.
I went with some coworkers, and we all tried different things, and we shared 3 appetizers. EVERYTHING we tried was so yummy
I will be coming back with friends, and am so glad I found this little gem!
If you stop by, make sure to ask for Jamie if she’s serving—or a drink recommendation if she’s your bartender!”
“Food was great. Real teff injera with authentic sides. Vegan gluten free options available.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Ok so we’ve dined at Old Scratch Troy location about 6 times since it’s opened. Waited a bit to give them time to really get in their groove. While I do recommend the place. Pizza is good, staff is nice (especially Amanda at the bar) and shareables are tasty. That said I would like to see the food’s taste be a little more consistent. My favorite dish is the fire roasted cauliflower but sadly it hasn’t been prepared the same way twice with the last two times it was barely seasoned at all once it was almost raw. Hopefully as training continues they will fix that issue.”
“We had such a beautiful experience at Pettibone Coffee. The food was absolutely delicious, the coffee was rich and comforting, and the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in. We hosted our Coffee and Conversations event there, and it was the perfect space. There was more than enough room to comfortably seat the 15 people who attended, which allowed everyone to relax, connect, and truly enjoy the time together. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating — kind smiles, patient service, and genuine hospitality that made us feel cared for. You can tell they value community. We’re so grateful for such a cozy, inviting space to gather. Highly recommend for a quiet coffee date, a meet-up with friends, or even hosting a small event. 💛”
“My favorite family friendly place. Bock excels at creating a space where we gather as family, friends, soccer teams, etc with their large open room, but also there's a game room my kids love, foosball, and shuffle board. And that's not even getting to the food and drinks. My favorite snacks include the German nachos, reuben dip, and pretzels. The drinks are always on point- fresh and delicious. we always love the lemon blueberry with with a slice of lemon and the Negligent IPA. They are staffed by some of the greatest people. A family favorite for sure.”
“Found this little gem on the internet. The food was absolutely fantastic. We all enjoyed the food. My friend tried lamb for the first time. She was in heaven. The server was great. My only complaints were the lamb was overcooked, but still juicy, and the kids running all over the place (and the boy that was hitting his brother with a belt, not hard, but still annoying).”
“CoCo's Bistro provided an amazing atmosphere, with a vibe in music from all over the eras. Their versitle variety of dishes and flavors, makes for an occasion - whether lunch or a fiestive dinner on a Saturday night, this place delivers with high energy and an inviting venue.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“The food was delicious and everything was perfectly cooked. The snow crab clusters were huge. Tried the special house sauce as im an original cajun mild girl, and it was bomb. Love how it all stuck to the food. My waitress (Alisha R) was great. She took time to explain the difference in sauces and constantly checked on me to make sure I was ok. She made my experience amazing, and she deserves a raise! Hands down the best seafood I've had.”
“We are thankful that Narco Burger had that little mishap with the signage on the abandon cleaners building across the street, If not for that we would have never known much about them. Shortly after that episode, we called and ordered lunch, OMG...they were really really good. I'm not a hamburger person at all, I just happened to have a craving, We were not disappointed. I ordered the 4 small cheeseburgers with the Narco sauce and cheese curds, My Husband , the Western and onion rings. Thanks for causing a lil chaos in hope to invite more customers!! Well Done!”
“I’ve been waiting to get Rip Rap Shake Shack for three years, and this past weekend was finally the time for it!!! We live super far away but I knew that once the opportunity presented itself, it was a must-see stop. I was amazed by the presentation of the ice cream that I got and the monster shake that my husband got. They looked absolutely amazing! Almost like a movie prop! The flavor was absolutely amazing, and I enjoyed every last bite! 10/10 would recommend if you’re in the Dayton area! Bring the kiddos too! Our toddler loved it!”
“P.F. Changs is my go to after thrift shopping in Centerville! I start off with lettuce wraps, which are just divine! My main meal was sesame chicken and is one of my favorites! A visit to PF Changs must include The Great Wall of Chocolate Cake!!!! The atmosphere is wonderful! Our server, Chris Howard, was very knowledgeable and met our needs before we had to ask! Check them out, you won't be disappointed!”
“We had our first visit to El Meson and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. The entire restaurant is beautifully decorated and you can truly feel the culture and care that went into creating such a warm atmosphere. The moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. Our waitress, Stasha (I apologize if I spelled her name wrong), was absolutely wonderful. She clearly knows her job very well. From the moment she came to our table, she made an instant connection with us and was incredibly kind and attentive. She even took time to talk with the kids, brought them toys, and surprised our son with birthday ice cream, which was such a thoughtful touch. She also knew a lot about the menu and the events they host on certain days and made several recommendations — and she was absolutely right about all of them. The food was incredible: flavorful, authentic, and beautifully prepared. Everything we tried was spot on. Overall, it was a fantastic experience with great service, amazing food, and a welcoming atmosphere. We will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend checking them out.”
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“My friend lives off 3rd Street and said she had fabulous food here. When I pulled up I wasn't sure what I was walking into but have been there almost every week since my first time a few months ago. Great food, really good service and you get your food quick! And did I mention the prices! Wow so well priced. Great quesadillas, great burritos and out of this world salsa. Try them, you will not be sorry. In case you didn't realize, I highly recommend this amazing little family run restaurant.”
“Had an amazing experience here! Great food, and amazing service! My two year old played claw machine and kept loosing, he was very upset. The nice staff opened it and made him believe he was playing and gave him a toy! They also gave one to my other son! Very sweet, and went out of their way to make his night! Food was great, and service was really fast! Very high quality building!”
“Great experience here. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was inviting. We don't go to Dayton very often but Salar gives us another reason to go more often.”
“Tender Mercy has taken EXCELLENT care of us the last two weekends as we entertain family from out of town. Last night Dozo (the sushi restaurant inside) was just amazing. Every one in our party of five was blown away by each course. Sake and cocktails were equally delectable and service as always was above amd beyond.”
“To take Century Bar from the top class whiskey bar, that didn't cut corners, that has genuinely put in thought to their menu, used fresh ingredients, and the swanky atmosphere... to this? Absolute travesty and it's a slap in the face to everyone that has owned or valued this bar for what it was. A part of Dayton history. The favorite old fashioned is made with syrup now and no longer sugar cubes. The favored whiskey sour? no longer made with egg whites and knock off cherries. So very sad to see another great piece of what makes Dayton unique, squandered to this piece of crap. You should be disappointed.”
“This is a fun and sociable place. The beer is outstanding and the people are even better.”
“Amazing people providing amazing service with amazing food; especially the POTATOES! Just an amazing place that makes dining a pleasure. The potato guy.”
“We had a baby shower at The Amber Rose today. The food was excellent, the service fantastic. They were very accommodating to our needs. So many compliments on the facility, and the food It was a great experience, and Joe and his staff did an excellent job”
“I stop in occasionally; But after trying a product of yours, was a positive. in fact I will be stopping in to get more of it. I'd caught what I think was the flu, though I have not been medically diagnosed. Symptoms itchy throat, low fever that progressed to high fever, body aches and pain, nausea, vomiting, headaches, cough congestion, no appetite, etc. I was just too sick to drive myself to the hospital. I'm going to the urgent care tonight to see where I'm at with this. On Friday my brother was sent to the store to get me some nutrients and medicines. He also came back with a bottle of Premixed Super Tonic; I thank God for this product that you've made Mr. Poole. Because, I feel much better. My fever has dropped, and I'm eating light, and I'm up out the bed, stirring around. My brother wasn't bothered about my flu Symptoms, and his reply , why, was. "Oh, I'm good sis, I take a dose of My Super Tonic daily; My whole family at home was sick as a dog, but, I'm good". Well, at that moment I added to my list of items to get this Super Tonic. I will come in next time and buy it myself. I drink Nestle Water, however, I'm seeing that you have a brand that's good for your health, too. I like to hear more about it when I stop in to get my Tonic. 😊💖God's continued to blessing you. Jane Cash-Marzette”
“This location was amazing tonight even though they was busy and it was a bit crowded the service was excellent the food was really good and fast our server stayed on top of things and I noticed all of the servers were on top of things with the tables with refills and making sure everything was a great experience. I got this stuffed chicken marsala and my boyfriend got the breaded shrimp with breaded onions and breaded green bell peppers it was right next to the appetizers and it was really good and I know that because I tried his food LOL my son got the pizza with french fries and he was happy with the pizza it was really cheesy in the portion was excellent for the kids menu and a great price at that”
“The wattress was amazing. The wine , food, atmosphere is exceptional. A party of 8 and everyone was extremely happy. Will visit again.”
“I have never been so impressed about a first visit to a restaurant in my life!!! The food was absolutely amazing!!! The flavor is indescribably good. The live music was extremely entertaining. The flavor of the shrimp and crab legs were mind blowing. YOU MUST TRY THIS RESTAURANT!!!! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️”
“I’ve been coming to this restaurant for years, and it never disappoints. The food is consistently amazing--always fresh, perfectly prepared, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients and care. I especially love their sushi rolls, which are always creative, fresh, and beautifully balanced.
The pricing is very fair for the quality you receive, and the service is excellent. The waiters and waitresses are attentive, friendly, and professional every single time I visit. The manager is also outstanding--extremely helpful and clearly runs a well-organized, welcoming business where everything flows smoothly.
Beyond the food and service, the atmosphere is a huge part of why I keep coming back. It’s a chill, cozy, and comfortable space with soft lighting and calm, tasteful music, making it perfect for relaxing dinners, or just unwinding after a long day.
Every visit is consistently enjoyable, and I truly appreciate the attention to detail across the board. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for high-quality sushi, great service, and a peaceful, inviting atmosphere. It’s one of my all-time favorites.”
“This is my 90 year old mother in laws favorite, so we thought we’d give it a try! Friendly service and a great meal at The Chop House in Dayton. We started off with an appetizer of spinach queso, it was full of flavor and the chips were light with just the right amount of salt. The grouper special was incredible and paired well with the rice pilaf and broccoli. The crab cakes were perfectly cooked, (she asked them not to cook hard...remember she's 90) and they made it just right, and the baked potato was spot on. My turkey and dressing was good, though the turkey was sliced a bit thick for me but my husband loved it, the dressing was flavorful and not too salty which is a huge plus for me. The homemade Heath Bar and vanilla ice cream were outstanding. It was rich and creaming and tasted soooo good!”
“Ive been here a few times recently, its close to home so conveniently located. Food is always good. Every time Ive been there was a DJ so thats a big plus for me. Atmosphere is good, mostly an older crowd like me, but some younger people too. Mostly people just hanging out eating, drinking, dancing and having a good time”
“Beer 🍺 is great and delicious and smoked wings were bombs as well. The venue is just perfect and so awesome 😎🤩!!!”
“Had a fantastic experience today trying different beers and meads today. This experience wouldn't be possible without Nick . I greatly appreciate the knowledge he shared and the suggestions he made.”
“First time here. Will definitely be back. Great atmosphere. We had a blast hanging out and listening to the band!”
“I was born and raised in Italy, I was also a waitress there and served many pizzas. Troni is by far the closest to authentic Italian pizzas in the entire area. Absolutely delicious and well priced. Our family has always enjoyed it as well as the service.”
“This was my 1st time here and I already am planning my next visit! I loved our waitress Jamie! She was amazing! 5 stars meal! We got the Mo special and it was DELICIOUS! 🤤 so happy to support a local restaurant!”
“We dont go often enough. Always have a good dinner. Food has never not been very good. Pasta specials are always good and pizzas of course. We always make a reservation. They take them for parties of 2!”
“They’re giving back to their community in a tremendous way. That’s honorable and worthy of recognition.”
“Manna is definitely a must! Great staff to take care of you, and it’s a beautiful restaurant. Great espresso martinis and the chicken salad croissant is wonderful. The brunch buffet is a MUST.”
“This Wingstop is one of the, if not the, best I’ve ever been to! The staff was incredibly friendly, and the food was delicious. Alan made the experience above and beyond.”
“Choice Juice Boxx provided their Ginger Lemonade as the signature drink for the GOD's Girls event hosted at our venue, The Backhouse. It was so refreshing and delicious! The Owner, Donna, was so kind and professional. The way Donna presented their product makes us want to know more about their offerings. We will definately call on Choice Juice Boxx for future events where juice will be served.”
“By far the best spicy food experience my husband and I have ever had!! We didn’t know what or how to order, but the suggestions provided were inspired. We loved that we could see the ingredients for sale in the shop. We learned about food and had a great meal. Can’t stop thinking about that jollof rice. Looking forward to the next order.”
“You place your order at the counter and the sandwiches come with a small side. They serve what has to be the best Reuben Sandwich in town. It was full of meat and kraut but not sloppy. My side was potato salad and it was good but a little small.”
“Normally I would highly recommend, this has always been our “go to “ for great Thai food. Tonight however was not a good experience. Ordered kaniesu only to be told they didn’t have the ingredients to make it. What? Whom ever was cooking tonight must of had a bad day. The pad Thai was the worst I’ve ever had here, hard to describe the flavor but it was definitely off. Just not the same as I’m used to getting. Vegetable fried rice was bad as well, tasted burnt and was definitely off. We will give this place one more try, and if it is like tonight we will not return. Very disappointing!”
“Mamacitas Cantina has quickly become my go-to spot for a fun evening with delicious, authentic Latin food! Love the vibrant decor and lively atmosphere! Made me feel like I was on a tropical vacation! The bar and food menu prices are reasonable and the cocktails are out of this world! Easily the best margarita that I've ever had and the pina colada was like a sip of paradise! The steak was the most tender that I've ever had in my life! Perfectly cooked and exquisite! My husband had the tacos and he loved them - we will definitely be back for their Taco Tuesday! I also heard that they have a dancing robot on Fridays...WHHHAAATT?! We have to see that! Our first visit was on a Sunday evening when they had karaoke, and it was a blast! We had so much fun! If you're in the Dayton/Kettering area and craving a taste of Latin America paired with a lively atmosphere, do yourself a favor and visit Mamacitas Cantina!”
“Great place, great music & owners & bartenders will take care of you . Plenty of things to do. Thanks for all you do!❤️”
“Simply the Best! Food, service and atmosphere is always top notch.”
“LOVE the apple cider ones, we met him at the learning farm last year and came back in hopes he would be there again, and he was!! We tried the strawberry lemonade and it was fantastic but I am going to have to hunt down the apple cider ones 😂”
“EVERYTHING is excellent…food, atmosphere, service…a throughly enjoyable experience!”
“Jake, Autumn, and Jake were amazing for our Tour! We put them to the test and had them go head to head for chef choice omakase experience and they SHOWED UP. 100% recommend. Excited to come back for this unique dining experience.”
“Very relaxed and open atmosphere, craft cocktails, small distillery with big flavors”
“Always a good time, dont know why I waited so long to return. I recommend the ribeye with the sauce, called something Maui. Steak was cooked to absolute perfection, 100/10.”
“I ordered the jerk wings, cabbage, and plantains… and a beef patty w. Mayonnaise jerk dipping sauce. Everything was FYYEEE!!! Wings juicy and tender. I don’t like my cabbage sweet but this restaurant cabbage was and honestly it wasn’t bad. 10/10 rating and I spent a little over $30. I waited 15mins for my food and EVERYTHING was hot and fresh.”
“Decor is cool inside. Food was very good, maybe a bit pricey for some items but overall good. *NOTE* They have a Negroni cocktail hour from 4:30-6:30 IF YOU SIT AT THE BAR. It was our first time there so we ordered a couple at the table and found out later sitting at the table does not count. The waitress was going to try and give us the drinks for that rate but it didn’t happen. I wouldn’t have ordered the $25 appetizer knowing the drinks were that much. Lessons learned I guess. I would go again, but just be more cautious on what I order is all ☺️”
“Great flavors! Ordered online and received a package very quick! 10 out of 10!”
“Enjoyed hanging with friends playing bingo and laughing. Wings were awesome”
“Y'all think Marions is good you gotta come grab one of these pizzas. Hands down best in Dayton. Its Called Rick's. If you love cheese & lots of it on your pie I promise youll get yours from here now on.”
“Backyard Smoke & Grill was a gem as food trucks go. The food was a wonderful experience. Chicken and waffle topped with bacon and green onion was delicious and plentiful. The price was just right. The service was great. Thank you for such a wonderful experience.”
“This was truly the highlight of my week! The owners were so kind and everyone at the brewery loved them. Loved my chicken and waffle so much and can't wait to have them again.”
“Had a great meal at Carvers the other night. I ordered the 14oz NY Strip medium-rare, closer to the rare side than medium. They absolutely nailed it, the steak was cooked to perfection. It was a great cut of meat, very tender for a strip, and the taste was just perfect. The service was just right, checked on us when appropriate, kept the drinks full. The au gratin potatoes were delicious as well. Overall, a great experience and I will definitely be returning.”
“The Bartender Ashley was Welcoming and accommodating! (This Lady is On It!) Menu & drink in less than 30sec.!With a Smile and great multitasking, WOW!! GO GIRL! ! Makes ya wanna join.... Oh yeah, it's a Private Club!Good Area too! ???? Food was described as delicious ????”
“Had my first atole (?) corn drink at the hot chocolate fest!! It was delicious!! Had the chicken gyro platter and it was fantastic!!! It was legit comfort food!! Can’t wait to try more!”
“Some delicious cheese steaks and pulled pork sandwiches as well as country fried potatoes”
“Good portions and pretty tasty except that the rice was overseasoned with vinegar and very overwhelming. I assume this was just a mistake as I've /never/ had sushi where I could taste the vinegar like that. Hopefully it won't be so bad if I decide to give it another chance.”
“This was our first time here and will definitely be back. We went for dinner and arrived just before the happy hour cutoff...which was great! They had several cocktail specials along with $2 off shareables and $2 off drafts. I got an oatmeal stout and my wife ordered a Cold Brew Martini. Both were fantastic. For our appetizer, we ordered the buffalo chicken springrolls...which were outstanding and could serve as a stand alone meal. I ordered from the monthly specials menu and got the crab cakes. These were so delicious; they came with a potatoes has and asparagus. My wife ordered a hamburger which she said was super tasty. All in all, we will most certainly return...there is so much more on the menu that I wanted to try. I was initially going to order the shrimp and grits, but the saw the crab cakes and went that route! You wont go wrong with any thing from the menu!”
“Ordered from north main store for delivery to Kettering health Dayton and the driver called to see where to deliver it when I put those directions online when I order and they always take it to the wrong entrance so I said it 3 times he got very rude and hung up on me. I love the pizza very good but don’t do delivery from that location they are rude to their customers will never order from there again due to the employees not the food.”
“Good experience! The restaurant overall was short staffed and was on a short wait however the service (Mason) provided made the experience even better. He did a great job and was very attentive.”
“Our first experience the food was good but the service... Not so good, even to give our appetizer to the table behind us that came in 15 minutes after we did and gave them there food first... With no apologies!!! Wife and I said we'd never go back. Well 6 weeks later we decided to give a try again and OMG everything including the service was great!!! We will be going again but we know who to ask for when it comes to service again.”
“BG, in catering, was very pleasant to talk with, knowledgeable of her menu and helpful when ordering. I ordered the hamburger/potato buffets for my wife's cookout birthday party. BG had all the "fixings" for my guest to a augment their burger and potato. The food was hot when I picked it up; my guests really liked the food. She even included a birthday card for my wife signed by each of the staff. Based on this first take-out order from the Longhorn for me, I would gladly recommend. Thanks BD and staff.”
“Great place I recommend eating here! great service the food was some of the best!”
“Street Tacos are generous & full sized with plenty of cilantro, cebolla (onion) & lime + 2 salsas, Mexican style. GREAT JOB PATRON.Accompanied with delicious rice & charro (cowboy) beans”
“We were traveling from Buffalo New York to Mahomet IL and stopped at the Smokey Bones in Dayton for dinner. We have a Smokey Bones in Buffalo which is excellent and expected the same service in Dayton, we were not disappointed! Smokey Bones has an extensive menu with a focus on smoked meats. We suggest their baby back ribs their signature dish.”
“I really enjoyed driving from Pittsburgh, PA to this wonderful blessed hooters restaurant location from this past Sunday since I missed out the heavenly atmosphere and service these decent waitresses/bartenders really treated me so well while I was either at the tables or at the bar playing it safe by drinking any non-alcoholic beverages”
“Went for my birthday. Seafood boil was delicious and great portions. Hush puppies were also amazing. Will be backs”
“Stopped in for lunch with my son. Great food and I love the bbq sauces!! Great food. We did not leave hungry and even took dessert to go. You will not be disappointed, and our waiter was just fantastic!!”
“Emma is the truth!! Always great vibes as you walk in and as your leaving!!!! Unless there are no hot dogs!!!! Thats where i draw the Damn line!!! Untill i get one,we got Beef,and them dogs better be beef,then the beef with be over.”
“excellent food, The hibachi grill is top-notch, would recommend it to anyone.”
“I'm a life long Dayton resident and used to love Elsa's. I wish now the Sheetz was going in. The quality of food has gone so far downhill this was my last trip to Elsas. Tonight the refried beans were dry and totally inedible. I mean beans hit with a masher and nothing else. No flavoring. No seasoning. BLAND Nachos had no salsa or sauce of any kind. Chicken, cheese, and dry beans. Chicken had no flavoring, no seasoning. Plain chicken. It was awful. And happy hour? What a joke. .70 cents off drink prices? I'd rather spend my money at Taco Bell.”
“We visited the RL on Miller Lane in Dayton, Ohio. The service was exceptional. Our server was Cree. Her professionalism was phenomenal. I highly recommend.”
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“Love this place! It’s been here since I was a little girl although then it was called The Red Barn. The food is great and always fresh, I consider it down home cooking, I believe they take pride in cooking unlike fast food restaurants. The prices are always at a good price. I have never been disappointed. Now the only drawback is the drive thru window takes about a good 20 minutes at the fastest so prepare to wait but it’s worth it!”
“Had heard great things about the Vegan options that Flavors offered and boy was I not disappointed. The man at the counter went over the menu in detail pointing out the vegan options. I got the Hummus bake and it was delicious. The chips, salsa and garlic sauce was outstanding. I will be back. Great food, great service at a very reasonable price and made to order VEGAN style.”
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“Ok so we’ve dined at Old Scratch Troy location about 6 times since it’s opened. Waited a bit to give them time to really get in their groove. While I do recommend the place. Pizza is good, staff is nice (especially Amanda at the bar) and shareables are tasty. That said I would like to see the food’s taste be a little more consistent. My favorite dish is the fire roasted cauliflower but sadly it hasn’t been prepared the same way twice with the last two times it was barely seasoned at all once it was almost raw. Hopefully as training continues they will fix that issue.”
“We had lunch on Saturday and as usual all of our meals were delicious! Our server Karugu was fantastic!! Friendly, efficient, quick to refill our drinks with a great smile! We started off with pretzel bites, hot and delicious! Started off with cups of gumbo, perfect on a cold rainy day! Great soup loaded with shrimp, chicken and sausage. Then the 4 of us had deluxe pizza, a tuna melt, chicken quesadilla and the Italian sub. Everything was great. The pizza crust was crispy and light. Perfect!”
“The best Greeck chicken wrap, the fresh cut fries with vinegar or your yummy tyme ketchup, DELICIOUS.My husband loved the 3 cheese cheeses teak and fries. The hummus and fuloafo was amazing!DELICIOUS food, fun staff and 2 verynice brother owners. The hamburgers are good too, JUST GO, you'll love it!”
“I had a very large party (17) there tonight and the staff was SO accommodating! We had a couple hiccups with our party (not any fault of DP - it was us) and the staff was wonderful and took care of what we needed without question or hesitation. They were efficient and quick with every part of the service. Food was wonderful as always, too!”
“Originally from Buffalo NY, found it very difficult to find a pizza that even comes close to what I was used to. I've tried many pizzas across the Miami Valley and all I can say is that most were pretty bad, and a few ok but not much more. 2 places were halfway decent but those places went downhill. I finally tried Joe's Pizza last month and have to say, the Absolute Best in Miami Valley. It was the closest to Buffalo Style Pizza I ever had in Southwest Ohio. Told their Staff the same. I will definitely be going back there despite being a little drive from where I live. I would recommend Joe's Pizza to everyone, especially if you're looking for a quality pizza!!”
“I got the Tony and it was excellent. The menu is limited, might want to expand sandwich choices even just using different combinations of the same meats / cheeses and toppings. Sides and salads are limited, again might want to look at expanding. The grocery concept, I get it biggest complaint of downtown residents is lack of a grocery store. There selection is limited and didnt look like they covered the basics. I would either get in or out of thar business and maybe focus on being a sandwich shop.”
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“I have been to this KPOT location several times. Every time I have had a wonderful time and enjoyed the food. Tonight we had an absolutely amazing server. AJ was very kind and provided exceptional service, which was so very appreciated after our 8 hour drive back home from visiting family. Honestly I don't know how KPOT keeps managing to go above and beyond our expectations each time we visit, but we are consistently leaving very pleased. Great job to the KPOT staff for being amazing at what they do 💜”
“We had such a great experience! I absolutely love the atmosphere and how they truly put the kids first. The learning toys they provide are thoughtful and engaging not just random plastic clutter and I really appreciated that they brought the kids’ food out before the adults (huge win for this mom!).
The healthy options on the kids’ menu were another big plus. It’s so refreshing to find a place that prioritizes children in such a calm, intentional way without turning into an overstimulating “kid chaos” environment.
On top of that, my food was absolutely delicious and the service was wonderful. You can tell they really care about the experience for both kids and adults.
We will definitely be back!”
“The sponsored ads on Facebook for this place and this “Good Good Chocolate Bowl” sure accomplished the mission! This is the most amazing #Goody Goody #Treat ever! #wow absolutely delicious. I wish I could post my pictures here but it won’t let me! The staff working was amazing and let me sample the difference between two bowls I was debating on and am so glad he did, what a sweetheart, the chocolate Açaí is absolutely the bomb! 🙏🏻🧡🦄#tastebudexplosion”
“Friendly staff and an awesome cozy atmosphere. Great for reading, studying or hanging out with friends. Coffee is good I only tried a cortado but was happy with it. Tried a sip of their vanilla latte and was very good. Food is solid and unique enough for a coffee shop. Not a huge fan of the hash browns with the spice added but overall very happy with this place. I'll be back to try more.”
“There is no food here. Which is fine. Monday night is the best night to come here. Free mini 🎳 but if you come on a Monday night keep in mind they start shutting down around 11 so come a little earlier. But all the workers are friendly and its probably the funnest place in dayton. The mini bowling is a blast if its cold outside they have a couple fire pits with chairs around. They have oversized beer pong and a nice adult sized slide. They have a huge Jenga set. Plenty of pinball machines and im assuming on the weekend when they are busier they even have a second floor with a bar up there”
“A cute little place with tasty food and friendly service! We were actually planning to go somewhere else, but a too-long wait sent us here instead, and we ended up being very glad for the change in plans. Staff is super-friendly from the time you walk in until you leave. Food was delicious, and the atmosphere was simple but pleasant. We plan to come back soon!”
“It was National Lunch Hero day and my Good friend had stopped at 5 frenchies and gotten doughnuts to bring to My staff and I at school. long story short I chose a Rosebud which I've been dying to try. It was THEE BEST doughnut I've ever had in my 42 years of life. Also the most beautiful doughnut/pastry I've ever seen. I'm hooked! 🌹🤤”
“Gunash’s Mediterranean Cuisine is a wonderful spot for fresh and flavorful Mediterranean food. Everything tasted homemade and well-prepared, but the spinach börek really stood out — it was absolutely delicious, perfectly crispy on the outside and full of flavor inside. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive. It’s a great place for a quick bite or a relaxed meal, and I would definitely come back again. Highly recommended!”
“We ordered takeaway for Thanksgiving, and everything was cooked to perfection—the lasagne, brie, and olive cake were outstanding. The flavors were exquisite, and the staff was friendly and very service-oriented. Parking downtown Dayton was easy, and we’ll definitely be back.”