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    Birria Grilled Cheese
    LJ W.

    Decided to try this place before going to the Dayton Funny Bone. I love the inside, they have it decked out with famous black musicians. They had some good music playing to set the vibe. Prices are a little high, but the food was pretty tasty. I ordered the Birria Grilled Cheese with fries. My wife got the Shrimp and Grits. I had no complaints, the dipping sauce for the grilled cheese was really good. The fries were excellent! No ketchup needed, they were seasoned with what appeared to be a semi sweet dust. My wife enjoyed her meal, but she said she wished her grits were a bit hotter. She said they were just slightly warm. Customer service was decent. We will be back to try something different. Birria Grilled Cheese 1-5=4 Fries 1-5=4.6 Customer Service 1-5=3.5

    Jerk Chicken Mac n Cheese
    Alex D.

    Hands down the best place to eat in Dayton and the best restaurant I've eaten at in Ohio. Staff are super chill and friendly, they'll help recommend some food for you if you can't decide, seasonal menus so some things may change. Food portions are huge so I recommend sharing to try out most of their menu. Got their Wonton Nachos , bulgogi was seasoned great and chips were light and crispy! Jerk Chicken Mac n Cheese, super delicious; creamy Mac n cheese and the chicken was right on point! Out of all the things I'd highly recommend the Pan Seared Meatloaf! One of the best things on the menu in my opinion, perfect for 2 but meatloaf was tender and seasoned to perfection as well as the mashed potato's and green beans. Best comfort food around! And love the decor and culture in the restaurant, was a great vibe.

    Pan-Seared Meatloaf with green beans and Boursin mashed potatoes
    Zachary H.

    The Pan-Seared Meatloaf was phenomenal! I would highly recommend CULTURE for the food, service, and the vibes. Next time, I want to try either the Wonton Nachos or the Trippin' on Shrooms sandwich which is an actual fried Lion's Mane mushroom. The wait time was 12-15 minutes.

    Rasta Pasta
    Angelie C.

    If you're curious, just do it! Culture brings a unique twist to traditionally recognized comfort foods. My partner ordered Rasta pasta and I the drip burger, substituted with fries. The fries were crunchy and deliciously coated in a smokey, sweet sort of bbq rub. The burger melted in my mouth with a symphony of flavors. The pasta melded beautifully with no one spice demanding to be heard over the next, but all spices creating a euphoric mouth watering experience. Both dishes were shear perfection. The cafe style restaurant was retro, but in a cool way, with a nod to some of the best soulful musicians. If comfort soul food has a flavor, this is it. The food was delivered quickly and the service was excellent. We will absolutely be back to try other mainstays and seasonal offerings.

    Dayton chop cheese
    Mari B.

    The food was phenomenal! Seasoning was on point and the flavor was in every bite. The staff friendly. Place was clean and very welcoming. Absolutely amazing experience, told us the new menus going out soon and we can't wait to go back!!!

    Lois N.

    The set up is pretty convenient and they are quick with the service. The nachos were okay but the sandwich was delicious and fries were crispy! No free water though.. If it wasn't so expensive, it would be a great go-to spot!

    Wonton Nachos
    Kasey P.

    Awesome experience from start to finish. The kitchen is impressively fast, and they definitely don't skimp on the portion sizes. The wonton nachos are absolutely incredible and the star of the show. While the wings were just a little dry, the flavor profile was so good it completely made up for it. I was a bit heartbroken to see the brisket mac 'n' cheese is off the menu, but it gives me an excuse to try new things. The grilled cheese caught my eye at a neighboring table and looked spectacular, so I will absolutely be back for that. Highly recommend!

    Thai Cheesesteak with fries
    Drew P.

    It is currently a crisp and cold early mid spring afternoon. My buddy Patrick and I have been working on trying interesting places in Dayton for a while now. Today's adventure brought us to Chef Danes first restaurant, a global comfort food diner called Culture. Culture is a pleasant, if a bit noisy at times, visceral experience of its namesake. The menu full of unique yet familiar dishes and ideas Invites one's culinary curiosity yet doesn't become unapproachable. On a different day I would have tried their Louisiana catfish, but today Patrick and I were on a mission. The specials were calling. Patrick and I have been trying to slowly become part of the Dayton community and Patrick's new job at Little Fish (a nearby bar and restaurant) has propelled us to dive further into our exploration. Patrick was made aware of Cultures new specials, a Thai cheesesteak and chicken tikka masala fries. We had to try them. So on this crisp and cold mid spring afternoon we decided to become cultured. First off we got the Chicken Tikka Masala Fries and we were quite impressed. I'm not the most familar with British Indian food (maybe a bit more than the average midwesterner but not by much) and the fries definitely brought a pleasant experience that Patrick an I enjoyed...but we didn't finish all of it at once. We saw a glimpse of what was to come and we didn't want to eat to fast and fill up to much. The picture I took does not do the Thai cheesesteak justice. It just had a certain presence coming off of the kitchen. We were sitting at the bar watching it all unfold for the most part and the smell was subtle yet hypnotizing. we finished maybe 3/5ths of the fries and waited for the sandwich. Once it got to use I cut it in half, Took as good of a pic as I could, Gave Patrick his half, And dug in. It might have been a bit too hot resulting in me burning my tongue but the flavor was encompassing. I could taste all the elements coming together in such a unique groove. Could be chalked up to just a damn good cheesesteak, they tend to illicit similar responses, but still. The first words out of my mouth after finishing that first bite were "holy shit". I then maybe finished the sandwich a bit fast but I couldn't help my self, i had to have it. It was so damn good. Well worth trying while they have it. To say anymore would spoil the experience. Anyway, I've rambled enough. I encourage you try Culture for yourself! Thank you. Drew, from Dayton

    Salmon and grits - light yet filling!

    Very very tasty food and filling portions. The staff was awesome. You could tell they enjoy cheffing it up

    Salmon and grits
    Vera S.

    Im going to start with the ambience first because yall are that 9 out of 10. From the visuals to the layouts yall ate that really bad!!! Unfortunately that's where it ends, because yall LOOK GOOD that's it. The food trash trash. I definitely gave my food to the homeless man at the end of yalls street because I would never eat that twice. Yall definitely have potential and is being hyped up but in my opinion fall very shot. That mac and cheese tasted just like the roux yall use to make it. No cheese taste at all. There wasn't even a cheese pull in the mac and cheese. if y'all would have cooked the pasta noodles in chicken broth that would have given it more of a flavor. The jerk chicken was to good to be on that mess off a pasta. The salmon and grits was ok just a bit boring. Like not flavor because the salmon and grits was bussin I was just over eating the grits after a few bites. Definitely liked that sauce just wish I had more of it on my salmon. Yall chicken wings was OVER hyped just tasted like chicken with grippo seasoning on them the ranch and jerk sauce was nasty. I didn't get a picture of the banana pudding because I was too excited to eat it but after the first bite instantly t'd off. BANANA PUDDING NEEDS BANANAS or else it's vanilla pudding with cookies. That's just what it tasted like. Also drink selections Also stop using all that decoration on the food, let the fools speak for itself. All the works were nice.

    Wanton nachos
    Suzie E.

    If you want some delicious food definitely come here! We've been eyeing this place since we moved a few months ago and it didn't disappoint. Everything we ordered was good and now have my second round picks next time we go. Let's start off with how it's done... they have menu on the left when you come in and by the cash register you select and pay there and find seating then you wait for your food. The people were helpful when picking out what you wanted. It is a bit small but they have a few tables inside and out plus bar seating. Its was a great place nice vibe everyone truly enjoying their food. Again, we're coming back to try the rest of the menu at a later date. Thank you!

    Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans and bacon-bacon-bacon!!! And a cucumber lemonade!
    Iyla G.

    Food was AMAZING! Service was friendly! And the decor was fun! There were a handful of artisan, fusion and cultually staple menu items, it was hard to choose. P.S. Don't skip dessert, even if you don't eat it there or right away, take it to go. I got the banana pudding and it was FABULOUS! NOTE: Get there early, as in, at opening, if you a pick of the full menu offered & a seat.

    Birria Benedict
    Jordan P.

    This is a great spot in downtown Dayton. I came here for brunch and had the birria benedict. Every bite of this was out of this world good. It was a well balanced plate and I was sad when it was all gone. I also had the banana pudding and it was delicious! The perfect end to a meal.

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    11 months ago

    The burger and fries were amazing. Staff was helpful and made for a nice relaxing date.

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    If i end up on d3ath row id like jerk chicken mac n cheese from culture as my last meal pls. Service and music 10/10 absolutely incredible

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    Rip Rap Roadhouse

    Rip Rap Roadhouse

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    While heading to Buc-ee's today, I kept hearing people talk about Rip Rap Roadhouse having some of…read morethe best burgers around, so I decided to give it a try -- and I'm glad I did. First impression? It definitely gives off biker bar vibes from the outside, but once you step inside, it's way more welcoming and laid back than you'd expect. Good atmosphere, friendly people, and the kind of place that feels like a hidden local favorite. I ordered the Biker Burger, and it absolutely delivered. The burger was juicy, flavorful, cooked perfectly, and packed with great taste in every bite. You can tell they care more about making good food than trying to be fancy. If you're making the trip to Buc-ee's and want something local instead of chain fast food, Rip Rap Roadhouse is definitely worth the stop. Great burger, cool atmosphere, and one of those places you're happy you discovered by accident.

    Really cool place -- a classic on northside of Dayton & easy to access off of I-70 or I-75…read more Officially between Huber Heights & Vandalia but really just outside North Dayton off of Little York Road & Waggoner Ford. Classic tavern setting but great outside deck & patio. Room for live music and both bar & restaurant seating. Service is casual and friendly but efficient and smooth. Food is casual but barbecue and smoked wings are where it is at! Homemade kettle chips are good & the onion rings are real & crunchy! Beer is cold & plentiful, and the bar is stocked. When I am going from west to east or north to south, this and the Buckhorn Tavern are my two must haves! Highly recommend!

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    The Last Queen

    The Last Queen

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    Oh my goodness, this British gastropub is the real deal! I quickly checked the Yelp reviews, and…read moremade an evening reservation, not checking what the parking situation was like. Well, my bad - their website includes multiple accessible places to park in and around the village. That said, we got it, and decided to belly up to the bar for a better look at the offerings and the place in general. Matt O was our server. I started with a delicious Scottish Ale, and my companion had a glass of wine. Prices are reasonable. My companion ordered and raved about the Shepherd's Pie. I had Bangers & Mash - sausage (3 pieces) with imported horseradish mustard, mashed potatoes, gravy, delicious baked beans. It went perfectly with my pint! It was a warm afternoon so the glass garage doors were opened wide and folks were eating and drinking outside in the beer garden too. The vibe was loud, lively and very positive. Music was old school British Invasion '60s style. Good times seemed to be had by everyone. We finished with a locally produced Chocolate Rum Cake - it was rum forward and smooth, dark chocolatey! Highly recommended.

    My family and I recently visited The Last Queen, and overall, there was a lot to appreciate. The…read morerestaurant does an excellent job creating an authentic British pub experience. The atmosphere was charming, the décor was exactly what we were hoping for, and the menu felt genuinely true to British cuisine rather than a themed interpretation. Unfortunately, our visit took place on a colder day, and the large garage-style door connecting to the outdoor seating area was left open. As a result, the entire restaurant felt quite cold throughout our meal. Since we were dining with our infant son, this made it difficult to fully enjoy the experience and was our biggest disappointment of the evening. In fact, it was cold enough that we kept our coats on throughout dinner, which made it hard to relax and enjoy the atmosphere the restaurant had worked so hard to create. We also ordered the fish and chips. The quality of the fish was very good, and it was clearly prepared with care. However, the portion size left something to be desired. The meal included only one medium-sized piece of fish, which felt small for a dinner entrée, especially considering the price point. While the food itself was enjoyable, we were hoping for a more substantial serving. Despite these issues, The Last Queen delivered on atmosphere, authenticity, and food quality. I would be willing to give it another try, particularly during warmer weather, as I believe the temperature and comfort level had a significant impact on our overall experience.

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