Downtown Dayton dining

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

Use the downtown directory for restaurants, bars, breweries, cafes, DORA spots, and Downtown Dollars businesses. The public site keeps the focus on useful visitor details, not hidden contact data.

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DORA

Fine & Upscale Dining

Bistecca

137 N. Main St.

Bistecca is an elegant Italian steakhouse that offers a carefully curated menu of Tuscan-inspired beef dishes and a wide selection of fine Italian wines. The stylish and comfortable space is reminiscent of an Italian home, with seductive lighting that adds to the sophisticated ambiance.

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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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DORADowntown Dollars

Fine & Upscale Dining

Dozo

607 E. Third St.

Located in the back room of Tender Mercy, Dozo features an eclectic and appointed atmosphere and an innovative menu of contemporary sushi expressions featuring premium fish.

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DORADowntown Dollars

Fine & Upscale Dining

Grist

46 W. Fifth St.

Grist features its pastas, sandwiches, and other food for lunch and dinner, along with fresh pasta, bread, sauces, pastries, and other provisions to purchase, plus frequent cooking classes and other events.

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Downtown Dollars

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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DORADowntown Dollars

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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DORADowntown Dollars

Fine & Upscale Dining

Salar Restaurant and Lounge

400 E. Fifth St.

Salar features hand-crafted cocktails and a menu inspired by Mediterranean, Peruvian, French, and other cuisines in an upscale, yet casual space with two full bars and two outdoor patios.

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DORADowntown Dollars

Fine & Upscale Dining

Sueño

607 E. Third St.

Sueño is inspired by the traditions and culture of Mexico's burgeoning culinary scene with traditional Mexican fare prepared over a live fire hearth, plus an inventive bar and wine program.

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DORADowntown Dollars

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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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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DORADowntown Dollars

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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