Downtown Dayton dining

Explore where downtown Dayton eats, drinks, and goes out.

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Bakeries, Breads, & Desserts

6888 Kitchen Incubator

32 S. Ludlow St.

A nonprofit commercial kitchen incubator dedicated to economic development, workforce training, and food justice. Located in the historic Dayton Arcade, the 6888 Kitchen is where culinary dreams take root and grow.

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Casual Dining

Arby’s

160 S. Patterson Blvd.

Roast beef sandwiches and other grab 'n go food.

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Blind Bob’s

430 E. Fifth St.

A family-owned tavern in the historic Oregon District featuring great food, craft spirits, and independent live music.

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Casual Dining

Brixx Ice Company

500 E. First St.

Brixx features a wide range of bar food selections, including wings, sandwiches, beers, and more, plus a spacious outdoor patio near the Dayton Dragons stadium.

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Game Bars & Arcades

Canal Street Arcade & Deli

308 E. First St.

Classic arcade games and pinball machines, plus hearty, made-to-order deli sandwiches, all-day breakfast sandwiches, salads, pizzas, carryout staples, and a full bar with wine, cocktails, and craft beer taps.

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Fine & Upscale Dining

Coco’s Bistro

250 Warren St.

Approachable upscale American fare, in a warm and elegant atmosphere, with a range of seating and a large city patio.

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Casual Dining

Culture

416 E. Fifth St.

Chef Dane turns out his creative concepts of elevated global street food and comfort food at this spot in the Oregon District.

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Casual Dining

Dana’s Soul Food Kitchen

130 N. Patterson Blvd.

At Dana’s, the menu is a celebration of comfort and creativity. From smothered pork chops and oxtail to wings and sides to the innovative 'soul rolls' every item is crafted from scratch using cherished family recipes.

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Coffee & Tea Shops

Elevate Cafe & Bar

22 E. Fifth St.

Elevate Café & Bar is a modern boutique café concept designed to transition seamlessly from cafe by day to bar by night. Located within the Dayton Convention Center and compact in size, Elevate delivers a clean, contemporary, and welcoming experience that prioritizes quality, efficiency, and flexibility.

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Casual Dining

Fountain Snack Bar at RiverScape

111 E. Monument Ave.

Serving hot dogs, pretzels, chips, nachos, grilled cheese, ice cream, and other classics throughout the summer.

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Casual Dining

In & Out

27 S. Jefferson St.

Fast-casual restaurant serving breakfast and lunch, including gyros, burgers, chicken, fish, shrimp, and Philly cheesesteaks.

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Fine & Upscale Dining

Jays Seafood Restaurant

225 E. Sixth St.

Fine dining specializing in fresh seafood flown in daily and an award-winning wine list - plus, a Kitchen Door service offering prepared foods, fresh fish and more for carry out.

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Casual Dining

Jimmy John’s

220 N. Main St.

Fresh-made subs and sides from a popular sandwich shop chain.

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Casual Dining

Koji Burger

127 E. Third St.

Exceptional burgers. Memorable sides. Unique cocktails and cans. Crafted from a signature blend of beef, butchered, aged, and freshly ground right here. Bread baked fresh every morning, and produce sourced from our local farming community.

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Fine & Upscale Dining

Lilys Bistro

329 E. Fifth St.

This Oregon District eatery and drinkery features three outdoor patios and a menu that combines American Southern dishes with eclectic Polynesian and tropical flavors, along with a tiki-inspired cocktail program.

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Breweries and Distilleries

Little Fish Brewing Company

116 Webster St.

The "Dayton Station" location of this Athens, Ohio-based brewery features a unique, farm-to-table food menu in addition to its award-winning, rotating beers, often made from Ohio-grown indredients.

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Casual Dining

Lucky’s Taproom & Eatery

520 E. Fifth St.

TV-filled tavern perfect for sports lovers, featuring 20 craft beer taps and diner-style food, including vegetarian and vegan options, salads, burgers, sandwiches and soups.

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McDonald’s

410 S. Main St.

An all-American favorite for a quick meal.

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Live Music

Oregon Express

336 E. Fifth St.

This corner tavern with live music is famous for its specialty pizzas, but also offers other casual menu items, as well as an upstairs deck patio with a view of downtown's skyline.

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Piccolo Orsetto

521 Wayne Ave.

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Casual Dining

RFFG Marketplace

110 N. Main St., Suite 165

This cafeteria features a grill station, pizza station, salad bar, and homestyle station, plus grab-n-go items.

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Casual Dining

RiverScape Cafe

237 E. Monument Ave.

Memorial Day through Labor Day, enjoy lunch snack items and drinks, as well as happy hour drinks and service during events. In winter, warm up with hot chocolate and grab a snack when the MetroParks Ice Rink is open.

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Bakeries, Breads, & Desserts

Salt Block Biscuit Company

115 E. Third St.

This bakery and cafe serves biscuits, cakes, cobblers, cookies, salads, small plates, sandwiches, entrees, sides, and more.

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Casual Dining

Subway

125 N. Ludlow St.

Fresh subs, salads and more made to order and served up quickly.

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Fine & Upscale Dining

Table 33

45 W. Fourth St.

An organic scratch kitchen serving classics with a twist, bringing a fresh approach to food & community in Dayton.

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Breweries and Distilleries

The Dayton Beer Company

41 Madison St.

DBC's downtown production brewery features a tap room and bier hall with dozens of craft beer taps, plus an outdoor biergarten, rooftop deck, and such in-house food as appetizers, wraps, and pizzas.

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Casual Dining

The Dayton Woman’s Club

225 N. Ludlow St.

This private club in an elegant, Victorian mansion opens its doors to the public for lunch on Wednesdays.

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Casual Dining

The Engineers Club of Dayton

110 E. Monument Ave.

A professional club full of Dayton history, The Engineers Club is open to the public Tuesdays through Fridays for lunch, and for dinner every other Thursday. Please call the club for details.

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Casual Dining

The Flavor House

130 W. Second St.

The Flavor House serves comfort, Creole, and Caribbean dishes while providing a unique and fun experience.

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Fine & Upscale Dining

The Foundry

124 Madison St.

This spot on top of the AC Hotel Dayton features a wood-fired kitchen, bar, and outdoor rooftop patio for stunning views, drinks and good times. Its dishes hit familiar flavors and unexpected pairings.

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The Garden Grille and Bar at Hilton Garden Inn

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Casual Dining

The Garden Grille and Bar at Hilton Garden Inn

18 W. Third St.

As Hilton Garden Inn's signature restaurant, The Garden Grille & Bar offers cooked-to-order breakfast, dinner entrées, and handcrafted cocktails. Discover familiar favorites, fresh menu items, and bright hearted service.

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Game Bars & Arcades

The Silos

810 E. First St.

This food hall and beer garden on the site of historical grain silos features multiple bars, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, games, and food from four different vendors serving unique fare from inside shipping containers.

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The Trolley Stop

530 E. Fifth St.

A casual tavern with a unique cafe menu, live music, rotating craft beers on tap, and a popular courtyard patio.

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Casual Dining

Tony & Petes

129 E. Third St.

Tony & Pete’s is a nod towards the old school neighborhood sandwich shops of the past, offering fresh produce, curated grocery staples, adult and other beverages, and old-school cold-cut sandwiches.

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Casual Dining

Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse

216 Wayne Ave.

This restaurant and sports bar features a wide variety of beers, wines, cocktails, and spirits, and an extensive menu of pub favorites, including its signature beer cheese.

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Breweries and Distilleries

Warped Wing Brewing Company

26 Wyandot St.

This full-scale production brewery, inspired by Daytons history of invention, features a tasting room for sampling its selection of craft beers, cocktails, and sodas, with a wide variety of food available in house.

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Fine & Upscale Dining

Wheat Penny Oven and Bar

515 Wayne Ave.

This pizza-centric restaurant features rustic, creative dishes and a bar that serves up fresh, handmade cocktails.

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