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Hidden gems: restaurants in Dayton
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Dayton. Ratings are based from 615 places in Dayton
Wheat Penny Oven and Bar
515 Wayne Ave 45410-1119
"I had a truly excellent meal at Wheat Penny. The place is very cool, the food was really good, the beer selection was very well chosen and they were off the charts friendly and welcoming. Definitely c..."
Dewey's Pizza
131 Jasper St 45409-2840
"First time here. It was amazing! The staff was very friendly and pleasant. Our waiter went out of his way to help. Pizza was exceptional! We loved the crust, wasn't too filling. Will definitely return..."
Pasha Grill
72 Plum St 45440-1376
"I've been to Pasha multiple times over the past four years. Have never been disappointed with the meal. Complementary bread with spiced olive oil is great. I've tried a variety of dishes but I have..."
Joe's Pizzeria
4313 Airway Rd 45431-1327
"Pizza is great every time! I like it better than Marian’s pizza. Reasonably priced for good pizza. Haven’t tried the other food items - I’m sure they are awesome as well."
Old Scratch Pizza
812 S Patterson Blvd 45402-2623
"Very pleased with our pizzas. Ordered the Angry Beekeeper which has a nice blend of sweet and spicy by utilizing honey and spicy salami. Can easily eat the whole thing myself. Then the kids enjoyed th..."
Fifth Street Brew Pub
1600 E 5th St 45403-2304
"I have been blown away by the quality of food and beer and the great service here. It makes me want to come back every day for brunch and dinner. Both visits we were greeted by smiling faces and the f..."
Lucky's Taproom & Eatery
520 E 5th St 45402-2914
"Great food! Service time was average, it wasn't the fastest I've ever had but also not the slowest. There was only one waitress there during lunch. The food was really good, and what's good for food a..."
Shen's Szechuan & Sushi
7580 Poe Ave 45414-2550
"Beautiful restaurant! Astounding aesthetics! Food was delicious! We had a great time with family. We plan to come back for our anniversary dinner or date night."
Trolley Stop
530 E 5th St 45402-2914
"Good selection of beers and some crazy delicious food (try their housemade dip. It's amazing).Service was also wonderful. We called ahead after another dinner place fell through (we had 5 adults, 3 yo..."
Blind Bob's Tavern
430 E 5th St 45402-2912
"I stopped in the Oregon District to grab a new favorite of mine while ((Hula Hoops!!)) Joslyn at Blind Bob's showed every bit of her years’ worth of experience at this local go-to spot! She was able..."
Akashi Sushi Bar
2020 Harshman Rd 45424-5024
"I love this spot! They give first-cleass food, their menu is large, The chief cook in that restaurant is a professional, I love very much trying all their food. The food is always of high class, the a..."
Lock 27
329 E 1st St 45402-1705
"Always a great variety of house brewed beer on tap here as well as a nice selection of guest taps and bottles. The food is great, and my favorite is the savory Shrimp and Grits. The burgers are grea..."
Geez Grill & Pub
5841 Far Hills Ave 45429-2209
"I have eaten here many times. The prices are very reasonable. I had the fried pork tenderloin last time. It is delicious. The beer is always cold. They also have some family recipe dishes like chick..."
Warped Wing Brewery
26 Wyandot St 45402-2145
"This facility is amazing. An old renovated warehouse? Centrally located in downtown Dayton, it was very easy to get to (as a tourist like myself). Incredibly wide selection of beers. My favorite was t..."
Thai Kitchen
8971 Kingsridge Dr 45458-1623
"My very first Thai food experience and I cannot believe I have waited 28 years!!! This food was phenomenal!!! <3 Beautiful flavor profiles bursting with life. My stomach, tongue, and brain were so ver..."
CJ Chans
536 Wilmington Ave 45420-1866
"Most pleasant surprise on an unexpected stop. Everything was cooked perfect. Kudos to the chef. Crunchy but not hard egg rolls. Fried Rice very tasty. Hot and spicy soup was both but you could taste b..."
Central Perc European Cafe
2315 Far Hills Ave 45419-1513
"A great little cafe - cash or check only! The food is delicious and if you can't decide which sandwich you want they'll split them half and half! Huge selection of drinks from Italian sodas to an exte..."
K D's Kettering Bar-B-Q
3911 Marshall Rd 45429-4923
"Best restaurant I've ever went to in Kettering, Ohio. The people that work there are fantastic. Really love the place."
Debbie's Restaurant
2620 Valley Pike 45404-2605
"Simple, comfort food made with care. Very clean inside and staff that care with a smile. Food was hot and fresh and the drinks were cold. I will enjoy returning when I am back in town someday. Goo..."