Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Dayton

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Coldwater Cafe

4.9

4.9 (3139)

$31 to $50

American

Tipp City

About the restaurant

This restaurant housed in a former bank building in the heart of downtown Tipp City offers quality dining in a small-town setting. The decor is warm and welcoming and is a delight for the senses. The fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere while the full bar allows patrons a relaxing stop while awaiting a fabulous meal. The inviting atmosphere encourages relaxed conversation. You may be surprised to find that a restaurant in such a small town has some rather sophisticated choices on the menu alongside your more normal fare, with entrees such as ostrich being offered. If you are looking for a decadent dessert, look no further than the butter-drenched English Tea Cake! An easy drive from all points in the Dayton area, words cannot do it justice. A visit is a must and will be the first of many.

Top review

Robert

Dined 3 days ago

Classy experience with delicious menu selections.

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Popular dish

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

Silas Creative Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (480)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Versailles

About the restaurant

Fresh + Unexpected Dining
Serving up an eclectic mix of globally inspired cocktails, wine and chef-driven cuisine, one would never guess that the key ingredients to Silas's success are sourced from a farm just down the road.

A bright sunlit space by day and a cozy candlelit venue by night, our main dining room makes an impact with contemporary decor and comfortable seating that’s swanky and sophisticated yet approachable to all.

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Jeff

Dined 1 day ago

My wife and I both agreed that it was a dining “experience”. We search for venues that will “surprise and delight” us. Silas Creative Kitchen did both. Thanks again for making our special occasion a memorable evening. We will be back soon.

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Experience

Silas Tasting Experience

Primo Italian Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (246)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Middletown

About the restaurant

Five simple words comprise Primo Italian mission statement.
Promise to our guest the best experience with our
Responsible team, we promise to
Improvise and make sure we create
Memories on every single
Occasion. PRIMO.

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LydiaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We held our holiday dinner with our family. The food was very good, however the dessert menu was disappointing as they were out of 2 of the 5 items. Bar service was on the slow side. The food was very good. I would go back for the food and the pricing was very affordable. Hope they up their game on the dessert menu.

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Experience

Happy Hour Every Day 4-6pm

Coco's Bistro

4.6

4.6 (2211)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Dayton

About the restaurant

You'll always feel welcome at Coco's.

We're a Dayton Original, an independent restaurant where you can have your power lunch, a rehearsal dinner, a fun night, or a place to propose. You'll enjoy contemporary American food, always with amazing service, and reasonable prices for wine and spirits. Thank you Dayton - we love you as much as you love us.

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Marie

Dined 5 days ago

The risotto was excellent. Ordered protein on the side. Drinks were good.

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The Chop House - Dayton

4.6

4.6 (978)

$31 to $50

Steak

Dayton

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Chop House® restaurants, where we strive to provide each guest with friendly service in an inviting environment. Our service and our food is guaranteed!

Established in 1992 by Mike Connor with the help of family and friends, The Chop House® has become one of the premier casual restaurant concepts in the Southeast, with 12 locations spread across 4 states.

Our number one goal is to provide a superior dining experience to every guest. We do this by providing guest-obsessed service and generous portions of delicious food using the freshest ingredients.

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Jamie

Dined 1 day ago

Our server did an amazing job She was on top of it And very friendly Food was great and we were very impressed with the quality

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Popular dish

House Salad

Popular dish

Balsamic Blue Cheese Chopped Salad

Popular dish

Ribeye

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Beavercreek

4.5

4.5 (258)

$30 and under

American

Dayton

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Luanne

Dined 2 days ago

Was very nice . Good service .. food delicious .. friendly staff..

Corner Kitchen - Dayton

4.5

4.5 (452)

$30 and under

American

Dayton

About the restaurant

We can't wait to surprise and delight you with our modern take on steak and seafood immersed in our bistro space.

Dinner service is offered Tuesday through Sunday.
Weekend brunch every Saturday between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm and Sunday until 5 pm!
Reservations available now. Please allow yourself 1.5 - 2 hours for your dining experience!

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susanne

Dined 5 days ago

Our first visit to the reimagined Corner Kitchen. Meal was excellently prepared and presented. Service was prompt and friendly. Prices are particularly reasonable. A sure addition to our go-to list!

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Bravo Italian Kitchen - Centerville - Dayton

4.4

4.4 (784)

$30 and under

Italian

Centerville

About the restaurant

Bravo Dayton is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in Centerville, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Dayton is the place to eat in Centerville, OH for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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Kimberly

Dined 3 days ago

Great spot for a quick dinner before going to see Christmas lights at Light Up Middletown. The chicken Marsala is always a comfort food favorite with portions big enough for leftovers for tomorrow’s dinner. Our server Will took great care of us. Very enjoyable and we’ll be back.

Thai 9

4.4

4.4 (36)

$31 to $50

Thai

Dayton

About the restaurant

Thai 9 serves traditional Thai cuisine complemented with Japanese sushi and sashimi. The restaurant has an elegant interior with hardwood floors, brick walls and verdant indoor plants. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner service. The overall ambience at Thai 9 is pleasant and welcoming. This place also offers an outdoor seating option in the patio. The Thai 9 restaurant has a business-casual dress code for customers. The restaurant offers a different menu for both lunch and dinner services. The items generally liked by customers include the chicken pad Thai, the bakery roll, the Pad Khee Mao with pork, the Thai 9 spicy fried rice and the boat for two sushi platter. Customers can also order craft beer, exquisite wines and other spirits of the menu.

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HaroldVIP

Dined on Dec 10, 2024

We’ve had multiple entree’s at Thai 9 and our meals have been delicious, had great presentation, and staff has been very attentive! We especially like the Sushi, Sashimi, and Nigiri. Try the Boat!

The Troll Pub at the Wheel House

4.2

4.2 (258)

$30 and under

American

Dayton

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Troll Pub - Dayton!

The Troll Pub is a unique dining experience that features a Gastro-pub style menu with a wide selection of great tasting food items, craft beer, and an atmosphere like no other.

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Robert

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Must try - the beer cheese and pretzels - awesome! Great choice of salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups and entrees. Our server was accurate and attentive enough - not enough to interrupt our great visit with friends. We like everything we have tried - especially the salads.

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