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    Christopher's Restaurant & Catering

    4.2 (289 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
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    This is definitely what Christopher's DOES NOT SERVE ! They use microscopic shrimp...aka Sea Monkey's

    Now here's some Shrimp and Grits ! I was expecting something more like this at the Friday night buffet. It was very disappointing to put it mildly.

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    Mark K.

    This is one of my favorite places for an enjoyable meal in the Dayton area when we're visiting family. My sister lives in the area and it's one of her favorites. It is a very nice spot to get out-of-the-ordinary fare in a very pleasant atmosphere. We have been here three times now and have enjoyed each visit. On each visit, we have been able to be seated quickly in spite of the fact that they have always been on the busy side. In addition, we have consistently experienced very good service from friendly and gracious servers. The restaurant environment is also enjoyable as the decor is pleasant. They seem to occupy a double storefront in the conventional Kettering strip plaza where they're conveniently located, and their dining area is compartmentalized accordingly. We've sat in both dining areas and they have slightly different feels. I have a slight preference for the area when you first enter as the seating arrangement is a little cozier and more intimate as I recall. Their menu features some wonderful comfort food and is also rather creative. Our favorites so far have been the Roasted Beet Trio, the Salmon and the Sausage and Pierogis. The former features greens, onions, feta and pecans in addition to the beets. It's very tasty. The house dressing, a Mango Chardonnay Vinaigrette, also deserves mention. But my highlight is the Life Changing Bread Pudding. That's not too far off when they describe it that way. It is excellent. There are several other decadent desserts as well. The prices are great values. We have been able to stay around $25 per person with food, drink, tax and tip factored in. This is a very good price for the treat of eating here. We'll continue to look forward to chances to go to Christopher's when we come to town.

    Simple and super clean medium sized dining room.
    Eric W.

    Just a great family owned place where the food is excellent and the service top notch. We were in for breakfast and cinnamon French toast, Benedict, cinnamon apples and everything else was delicious. The coffee was hot and strong. Skip the home fries and ask for hash browns (which were not on the menu.) Our waitress Jade was adorable, professional and attentive. Drive past the chain restaurants and take a left turn into Christopher's.

    The owner and chef are amazing people. We had been road tripping the whole east coast for a month at this point and heading to Indiana. We read reviews and found Christopher's. Me, my wife and two smaller sons ate dinner here, and it was amazing! I've had prime rib all across America, and this was the best I've ever had. We loved it so much we went back the next day for breakfast and it was equally amazing! If family owned, personal dining, great ambiance, and amazing food is your thing, go!

    Vegetarian biscuits and gravy, and country breakfast bowl with veggie gravy
    Lisal F.

    I am slightly embarrassed to admit that I grew up in Dayton, yet had never set foot inside Christopher's Restaurant until last month. How did I miss such a gem? My sibling and I needed brunch, and after a quick internet search for nearby places open on a Monday, settled upon Christopher's. The restaurant is located in an unassuming strip mall, and as it is decorated in typical 1990's decor, at first glance seems like just your regular old breakfast place. Quickly, however, it becomes clear this is absolutely not the case. Hints: SO many vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Veggie-friendly choices include not one but two tofu scrambles, veggie sausage patties, vegetarian biscuits and gravy, and a veggie eggs Benedict. They also have theme nights, including Gluten Free Taco Tuesday and Vegan Wednesday. The food is delicious, prepared quickly, and arrives at the perfect temperature, and the portion sizes are quite generous for the price. We sampled the vegetarian biscuits and gravy (obviously), the veggie eggs Benedict, and the country breakfast bowl with veggie sausage gravy, all of which we enjoyed heartily, and joyfully took home leftovers for several meals. Christopher's Restaurant - I'll be back for Vegan Wednesday. You've been warned.

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    Food is delicious and the workers are incredibly friendly!! It doesn't look like much from the outside but we decided to give it a chance and so glad we did!!

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    Tiffany D.

    First time eating at Christopher's. This place was great. I went there for breakfast. Our waitress was great. Very friendly and fast service. I had the egg Benedict it was delicious. Portions was huge. I even had left overs. This place is a great family restaurant. I definitely will be back.

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    Amazing food and excellent catering service for corporate events! They will be my go to in the future.

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    It was a great restaurant and I enjoyed the food. The service was amazing and everything went fine thank you.

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    Hope you find somewhere that cooks like you like it! Best wishes

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