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66 restaurants
Chef Margot Blondet's stunning fusion of Peruvian heritage and Mediterranean technique. The ceviche and pisco sours are worth the trip alone. One of the most exciting restaurants in all of Ohio.
400 E 5th St, Dayton, OH
Dayton's most legendary restaurant and a true American original. No reservations, no credit cards, no desserts — just perfectly aged hand-cut steaks, stewed tomatoes, and onion rings. Presidents and Hall of Famers have eaten here. You should too.
1926 Brown St, Dayton, OH
Artisan wood-fired pizzas with inventive, seasonal toppings — think roasted cauliflower, eggplant parm, local cheeses. One of Dayton's most beloved modern dining spots and a neighborhood anchor.
515 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH
Voted Dayton's Best Pizza over 33 times and counting. Thin crust, cut into signature small squares, with a sauce recipe that hasn't changed in decades. This is the pizza every Daytonian grows up on. You'll be hooked after one slice.
711 Shroyer Rd, Dayton, OH
Won Best Hamburger in Dayton six out of eight times. A true neighborhood tavern with no pretension and outstanding wings. Exactly the kind of place that makes Dayton special — and has for over 75 years.
836 Watervliet Ave, Dayton, OH
An expansive menu of authentic Thai dishes and fresh sushi under one roof. From spicy green curries to creative sushi rolls, Thai 9 has been a neighborhood anchor in the Oregon District for years.
11 Brown St, Dayton, OH
Dayton's premier independent seafood restaurant, holding court in the historic Oregon District for nearly 50 years. Seasonal, fresh fish and shellfish in a classic setting that never goes out of style.
225 E 6th St, Dayton, OH
A one-of-a-kind tiki-inspired eatery blending American Southern cooking with Polynesian flair. Bao bun sliders, rumaki, free-range fried chicken, and creative cocktails in a wildly fun atmosphere.
329 E 5th St, Dayton, OH
Dayton's favorite craft beer hub with generous, crowd-pleasing food. Great for groups — big booths, long beer lists, and a menu that covers everyone from meat lovers to vegans.
520 E 5th St, Dayton, OH
Housed in a building dating to 1910, The Amber Rose serves old-world Eastern European comfort food — pierogies, schnitzel, stuffed cabbage — made from recipes passed down through generations. A Dayton hidden gem.
1400 Valley St, Dayton, OH
A classic carhop drive-in serving frosty mugs of homemade root beer and hot dogs. A Dayton summer tradition stretching back nearly 100 years. Pull up, roll down your window, and experience something genuinely American.
1727 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH
Fresh, vibrant Latin flavors that punch well above their weight. A favorite near WPAFB for its bold flavors, generous portions, and lively atmosphere. Solid margaritas too.
5438 Burkhardt Rd, Dayton, OH
New York-style pizza by the slice, made with the same cheese, same flour, and same sauce recipe for over 50 years. No frills, no reinvention — just great pizza done right, every single time.
223 N Main St, Dayton, OH
Handmade pasta and Italian comfort food done with real care. Meef's has built a loyal following in Beavercreek for its scratch-made dishes and warm, unpretentious atmosphere.
2495 Commons Blvd, Beavercreek, OH
Premium USDA Prime steaks and an exceptional wine list at The Greene Town Center. The place for a true special-occasion dinner near WPAFB. Impeccable service and a top-tier bar program.
4432 Walnut St, Beavercreek, OH
Dayton's go-to for special occasions since 1962. Impeccably aged Angus beef, freshly flown-in seafood, homemade breads and desserts. The kind of place you bring someone you want to impress.
2414 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH
Family-owned red-sauce Italian since 1979. Big plates of pasta, house-made sauces, meatballs, lasagna — exactly what you want.
1375 E Stroop Rd, Kettering, OH
A sophisticated fusion of modern European and South American flavors in the heart of Centerville. Manna punches well above a suburb's expectations — creative, beautifully plated, and consistently excellent.
61 W Franklin St, Centerville, OH
Modern American cuisine in a stylish, contemporary setting. Grist brings big-city dining energy to Beavercreek with a seasonal menu, craft cocktails, and a wine list that impresses regulars and visitors alike.
46 W 5th St, Dayton, OH
Set inside an 1892 firehouse — a mashup of New American, Italian, and Cajun/Creole. Great patio in summer.
936 Brown St, Dayton, OH
Three generations of the Castro family — Colombian-Spanish fusion with Caribbean accents. Tapas, full wine list, one of the most awarded restaurants in the metro.
903 E Dixie Dr, West Carrollton, OH
Chef Dane Shipp's downtown destination — comfort food that went to culinary school. Menu rotates regularly around globally-influenced soul food.
416 E 5th St, Dayton, OH
Modern New American downtown — rotating seasonal menu, smart cocktail program. A sleeper top-rated spot.
45 W 4th St, Dayton, OH
Fast-casual burger spot in the Fire Blocks. Beef butchered, aged, and ground in-house; buns baked daily; Japanese accents on the sides.
127 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH
A Dayton institution on Warren Street. Warm, airy room with one of the largest patios downtown. New American menu, strong wine list, beloved bottomless brunch.
250 Warren St, Dayton, OH
Steakhouse inside the Ardent Hotel downtown. Known for bottomless brunch on weekends.
137 N Main St, Dayton, OH
Modern Mexican from a James Beard–nominated chef. Built around heirloom corn and a live-fire hearth. One of the most exciting newer spots in the city.
607 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH
Authentic Vietnamese and Chinese — fresh pho, hand-rolled spring rolls, stir-fries. Two area locations (Sugarcreek and Airway).
6008 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH
Chef-owned, neighborhood-feel spot serving thoughtful, seasonal American plates. Menu rotates with what's in season.
5531 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH
Pho specialist on Kingsridge — go for the broth. Casual, friendly, family-run.
8990 Kingsridge Dr, Dayton, OH
Korean-Japanese hybrid in Centerville — sushi bar in front, Korean BBQ and bibimbap in back. One of the better non-chain sushi spots in the metro.
848 S Main St, Centerville, OH
Turkish kitchen at The Greene — wood-fired bread, lamb, kebabs, and house-made dips. Surprisingly elegant for a mall location.
72 Plum St, Beavercreek, OH
Fast-casual Mediterranean — fresh-grilled chicken, falafel, and shawarma over rice or in pita. Great value lunch.
44 W 3rd St, Dayton, OH
Family-run Middle Eastern — falafel, shawarma, hummus, and house-baked pita. Casual room, generous portions.
9656 N Springboro Pike, Miamisburg, OH
Founded by a family of firefighters — slow-cooked BBQ in a 1900s-firehouse-themed room. Voted Dayton's best BBQ multiple years and ranked nationally by Barbecue News.
1001 S Main St, Englewood, OH
Dayton BBQ classic on Woodman Drive — pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, and cornbread the way locals like it. No-frills, big portions, low prices.
241 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH
Long-standing Kettering diner — full breakfast menu all day, comfort-food lunches, friendly counter service. The kind of place locals bring out-of-town family.
2318 E Dorothy Ln, Kettering, OH
Springboro brewpub with a serious in-house kitchen. Two wing styles — Naked (deep-fried, dry-rubbed) and the signature Dry Rubbed (slow-smoked, then deep-fried). Locations in Springboro and Piqua.
760 N Main St, Springboro, OH
One of the most unique dining experiences in Dayton. West African dishes served alongside a solid coffee menu in a neighborhood setting that feels nothing like anywhere else in town. The kind of place you take friends when you want to show off something genuinely different about this city.
6129 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH
A popular Dayton restaurant with a solid local following. Good food in a welcoming atmosphere that keeps regulars coming back. A dependable spot for a good meal out.
810 E 1st St, Dayton, OH
A beloved local bakery known for fresh baked goods and beautiful custom cakes. The kind of neighborhood spot that people turn to for birthdays, celebrations, and everyday treats worth leaving the house for.
21 Park Ave, Dayton, OH
Dayton BBQ done right. Slow smoked meats with the kind of rich flavor that only comes from doing it the proper way. Classic sides to match. This is where local BBQ fans go when they want the real thing.
1334 Linden Ave, Dayton, OH
One of Dayton's favorite breakfast and brunch spots. Fresh food, friendly service, and a cozy setup that fills up fast on weekend mornings. There is a reason people put up with the wait.
2932 S Dixie Dr, Kettering, OH
Out in Enon but worth every minute of the drive. A small restaurant with big flavors and a following among people who know their food. This is the kind of place that reminds you why eating local matters.
210 E Main St, Enon, OH
A Dayton institution since 1953. Multiple locations across the area serving the thin crust pizza that generations of local families grew up on. If someone tells you they are from Dayton, ask them their Cassano's order. It is that kind of place.
1680 E Stroop Rd, Kettering, OH
Open since 1967 and still one of the most beloved donut shops in all of Ohio. People have been lining up for Bill's for generations and the donuts are absolutely worth the hype. Fresh made daily and they go fast.
268 N Main St, Centerville, OH
A Dayton area classic known for homemade pies that bring people back year after year. Cream pies, fruit pies, and seasonal specials that are as good as anything grandma ever made. The kind of local institution that makes Dayton feel like home.
3013 Linden Ave, Dayton, OH
Dayton's premier specialty grocery since 1948. Outstanding prepared foods, an exceptional butcher counter, and a bakery section that rivals anything in the region. The famous DLM birthday cake cookie has its own cult following. Three locations across the area.
2710 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH
Consistently solid Thai food out in Beavercreek. Popular with the Wright-Patt crowd and local families who know good food. Authentic flavors, generous portions, and reliable service every time.
3301 Dayton Xenia Rd, Beavercreek, OH
A Dayton pizza spot with a loyal local following. Solid menu and consistent results in a casual setting that the neighborhood depends on.
4313 Airway Rd, Dayton, OH
A local bakery with fresh baked goods and a faithful neighborhood following. The kind of place you find yourself stopping by regularly once you discover it.
25 S St Clair St, Dayton, OH
Dayton's most ambitious dining experience, from the team behind Grist. Casey and Patrick Van Voorhis trained at the Culinary Institute of America and worked in Michelin-starred kitchens before bringing this level of cooking to the Oregon District. Choose the four-course prix fixe ($85) or the seven-course chef's tasting menu ($120), with wine pairings from a 1,500-bottle cellar. Every dish is built around Ohio-sourced ingredients and changes with the season.
524 E Fifth St, Dayton, OH
Family-owned seafood restaurant at The Greene that surprises everyone who walks in. Lobster, Dungeness crab, crawfish, and shrimp done with Southern and Asian spice combinations you won't find anywhere else in Dayton. The silver and black interior with handcrafted metal seafood art gives it a polished club feel without the stuffiness.
4429 Cedar Park Dr, Beavercreek, OH
Perched on the 6th floor of the AC Hotel on Madison Street, The Foundry pairs downtown skyline views with a wood-fired kitchen and bar. The pizzas are inventive without being silly, cocktails are creative, and the rooftop vibe is genuinely about the food and not just the selfies. Igloos go up in winter. One of the best date night spots in the city.
124 Madison St, Dayton, OH
A throwback in all the best ways. Since 1978 The Paragon has been serving charbroiled steaks and stiff martinis in a wood-paneled room that has not changed in decades and does not need to. The servers know regulars by name and the strip steak is what you order. This is Dayton's original supper club experience.
797 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton, OH
The original and still the best pizza hall in Dayton. Old Scratch took an abandoned 1960s auto parts store on S Patterson and turned it into a 200-seat warehouse pizza destination. Their Neapolitan-style pies come out of 800 degree wood-burning ovens in minutes and pair with 20 rotating taps of local and regional craft beer. Dayton voted it Midwest Pizza Company of the Year in 2024.
812 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH
One of Dayton's newest spots and already a downtown favorite. Lucho opened in 2025 inside the historic Dayton Arcade at 37 W Fourth Street as a spirited espresso and mezcal bar where morning coffee and evening cocktails share space with really good tacos. The vibe is bold but laid back. Breakfast through late night.
37 W 4th St, Dayton, OH
A modern renovation of the historic Mid-Century Modern Parkmoor Drive-In on Shroyer Road, done right by the team behind Sueno and Tender Mercy. Family friendly, great patio, and a menu that punches above its casual feel. The Oklahoma smashburger and corndog shrimp have already built a cult following. Weekend brunch is the move.
1025 Shroyer Rd, Kettering, OH
Downtown Dayton's best breakfast spot, tucked into the Fireblocks District on E Third Street. Farm-raised owner with a culinary school background turns out incredible biscuits, cornbread, cakes, cobblers, and cookies from scratch every morning. The bodega corner stocks tinned seafoods, local honey, and specialty pantry goods. A genuine neighborhood gem.
115 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH
People drive from all over the Miami Valley for Treasure Island. Since 1961 this independently owned supper club has been doing steak and seafood the right way in a room full of handmade tables, a classic U-shaped bar, ornate tin ceilings, and colorful pendant lights. Generous portions, fair prices, and the kind of relaxed hospitality that disappears in most restaurants.
4250 Chief Woods Ln, Moraine, OH
Straightforward, well-executed Italian-American on East Fifth in the Oregon District. Homemade pasta, solid pizza, fresh seafood, and a full bar in a comfortable room with a patio out front. The chicken parmigiana and shrimp fettuccine Alfredo with garlic rolls are crowd favorites. Priced right for what you get.
824 E 5th St, Dayton, OH
A cozy South Park wine bar and small plates spot at 1105 Wayne Ave that quickly became a neighborhood obsession. Fresh oysters on the half shell, handcrafted cocktails, charcuterie, and inventive tapas in a relaxed setting. The kind of place you stumble upon on a Tuesday and end up staying until close. Hours run Wednesday through Saturday evenings.
1105 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH
A Napa-style tasting room paired with a full-service modern-casual restaurant, featuring award-winning house wines, craveable New American dishes and innovative cocktails at the Cornerstone of Centerville development.
5220 Cornerstone N Blvd, Centerville, OH 45440
A long-running local pizzeria on South Main Street known for generous, well-priced slices and boneless wings. A downtown Franklin staple for casual pizza nights.
355 S Main St, Franklin, OH 45005
A well-reviewed sit-down Mexican spot on East 2nd Street with a spacious interior and a back patio. Part of the regional El Vaquero family, popular for margaritas and familiar Tex-Mex favorites.
1350 E 2nd St, Franklin, OH 45005
A well-reviewed local chicken shop on Central Avenue serving fried and grilled chicken and comfort sides. One of Carlisle's most talked-about independent eateries.
504 Central Ave, Carlisle, OH 45005
