Debbie&#x27;s Restaurant

Great breakfast place and menu. Some differences in the norm with pancakes made with applesauce and…read moreoat milk. Had a hard time deciding what to order!! We both had enough to take home box and another meal. $40 may seem high for breakfast but we're getting two meals out of it. Some of the meals could be split. Great choice though. Service-4.5. Food-5. Atmosphere-5. Value-4.5. Old school diner style with artsy feel.

Okay where do I even start because this is the best breakfast place in Ohio, if not the best…read morerestaurant period. The food at this place is insane, I've been many times and every time I eat here it just gets better and raises my standards for other restaurants. They have two full sides of menu, and there's not a single dud. Their burritos are flavorful and perfectly curated, their pancakes are sweet and huge, and their chicken makes me understand why people explode to 500 pounds. I could go on forever. The service in this establishment is so excellent. The waitresses are super kind and fun, as well as helpful. Art fills the walls creating a beautiful space that Is intensified by tasteful music picks. This place feels straight out of a movie. Every choice they make for their business is so wonderful and you can tell it's a real team effort. This is what Ohio is, this is culture and community, and this is the unity food should bring.

Inside

Steak burrito, spicy and filling with tots inside!

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Goat BELT, so tasty

Table 33

4.2(441 reviews)

4.0 mi

Did some serious yelp research to find this place. Went there for brunch on a Sunday morning…read more Downtown Dayton in the arcade parking on the street... But a great experience. They were a little bit busy on Sunday morning but we sat at the bar and were served by an inexperienced but delightful server. Great meal great cocktails great experience definitely will head back there for dinner sooner rather than later.

Beautiful space and incredible staff and service. Loved the dessert room and the overall experience…read morefrom start to finish. The food and drinks were fresh and definitively delicious. I'm holding back one star only because it was so very expensive. And I know everything has gone up in price and we are okay with indulging a bit when we go out and paying for top notch food, drinks and service, especially to support local artisans and businesses. But it just seemed disproportionately expensive for the portions. Not disappointing in any way, just not as special as I hoped.

Isn't this stunning? This is the hallway with the little independent dining rooms.

Ruben Benedict

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Black Cod with brussel sprouts

Salt Block Biscuit Company

4.6(114 reviews)

3.7 mi

We come here once a year as we visit Dayton for WGI percussion world championships. This is the…read morefifth year and the food is always consistently good. We see the same staff every year. The theme is around their biscuits. They make the food in front of you. One thing to note is they don't have a stove! Everything is made freshly plated or in the oven. We will be back here next year!

I realize " Grist" carries an awesome 5 star rating with YELP, and I definitely agree with the…read moresentiment, however, I wish to add my 2 cents, after just having dinner with my 3 friends 3 days ago. Parking is on the street, and there's a garage nearby. Upon entering we were advised that reservations were recommended at least 2-3 weeks in advance, but , fortunately we were able to all sit together by the front window facing Ludlow St.No problem, but the seats were unpadded. There is no wait staff at this location, but we always got the attention of workers. Our food was delicious, we all loved our homemade pasta selections. The only thing I have to say is that it is a bit pricey for what you receive. Workers are nice, restaurant is pleasant and clean.

Menu of the day

Toasted coconut cake

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Peach Tea

The Blue Berry Cafe

4.2(342 reviews)

11.4 mi

I have been driving by BBC for ~one year. It was brunch time and I was hungry and decided to…read moredecided to visit. So glad I did ... it would be easy to become a regular if I lived 250 miles closer. The parking lot was crowded. Lots of people waiting for tables, but I found a seat at the counter. Service was friendly and instantaneous. My Reuben was perfectly grilled on a flat top and appropriately greasy. The corned beef was coarsely shredded and also grilled to perfection. Ditto the Swiss cheese. My only complaint? I like my sauerkraut to have serious tangy kick and this sauerkraut was Ohio-mild. The ambiance has a bit of a rural farmhouse vibe. The others seated at the counter were friendly and chatty. The dining room and restroom were both clean. Will I return? Yes!

We love the mom & pop feel!…read more The food is plentiful so don't be surprised if you have leftovers (win!). The pancakes are massive and it's enough to share with 2 other people as well. Every time we visit, the food is always delicious and the coffee is always spot on. We always leave satisfied. Dishes that we've gotten that I can remember: cowboy bennys, pancakes (plain, chocolate chip and blueberry), omelets, French toast, & muffins. All very simple meals, but worth the trip. Customer service is 10/10. Everyone is so nice! There is ample parking. It is much better compared to their previous location, that's for sure. Things to note: the wait can be long! If you go early enough, go on a random day or call ahead to get on their wait list, then the wait won't be as long.

For sale items and check in counter

Order Biscuits And Gravy

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Entry way

General Denver

4.0(169 reviews)

29.1 mi

Atmosphere was very welcoming and the service was great! My chicken sandwich was prepared…read moreperfectly. Would definitely recommend!

The cheeseburger was perfect…read more - The bun was fresh and properly toasted - The veggies were crisp. Nice that the leaf lettuce was not placed directly on the hot patty - The tomato was okay; not yet tomato season, so I assume that this was greenhouse grown - The beef was seared on a flattop, perfectly seasoned and had excellent beefy flavor. The loaded baked potato was also excellent. Kasey was our server. She was appropriately attentive, without being obsequious. Will I return? Yes.

Ribeye steak with a side of baked potato

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Corner Kitchen

4.1(307 reviews)

3.6 mi

Ambiance was jazzy and modern and clean…read more Service was fast and meets expectations. We got the foccacia, which was 10/10 (just wished they gave more bread!) We also go the chorizo a la vodka which was 9/10 We lastly got the cheeseburger which was 7/10, good ingredients but have had better tasting burgers. Everything tasted fresh and was locally sourced. We would come back again!

There wasn't anything inherently wrong with our meal at Corner Kitchen but it was just mediocre…read more Perhaps part of the reason is that we went early to try out the Happy Hour they were promoting and we were the only people in the restaurant. The decor looked more drab and like a diner than I expected. I assumed it would be more like the other hip, upscale restaurants in the Oregon District. We started with cocktails, an espresso martini and an old fashioned, that were very good...my husband commented that it was one of the best old fashions he's had in a while. We then ordered 3 small plates from their Happy Hour menu to share. The shrimp and grits were tasty but only 2 shrimp, even for a small plate, seems skimpy. The charcuterie was some grilled bread, a very small amount of cheddar cheese and sliced salami, some jam, and "pickled vegetables" which were grated carrots and two slices of jalapeno in a condiment cup. The poutine was just odd. Instead of a beef gravy and cheese curds on top of fries, it was deconstructed: a bowl of gray mushroom gravy with a small pile of fries and fried cheese curds. Overall, it was a decent meal and the server was good, but I wouldn't choose it above any of the other restaurants in the area.

Mushroom quesadilla! Nom nom nom

The menu!

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BLT toast

Lily's - Dayton

4.1(479 reviews)

3.7 mi

We love Lily's. After a dozen visits over the years, we've never had a bad meal or an unpleasant…read moreexperience of any kind. The management and staff consistently deliver great service, which is one of the reasons we keep coming back. This visit we sat on the side patio in the late afternoon, enjoying the people-watching and a great meal. The beer-battered fried mushrooms were some of the best anywhere -- hand-battered, perfectly fried, and loaded with fresh, tender mushrooms. We also had the peri peri chicken and Lily's Bowl with tuna, both packed with flavor and made with fresh ingredients. For great food, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere, Lily's is hard to beat. Highly recommend.

Love Lily's. Such a down-to-earth, unpretentious, cozy little place right in the Oregon District…read more Their menu changes frequently, which we love, so you might not find the thing I had when you go there. I had the spicy miso maple glazed salmon, or something like that. It was good. The salmon wasn't particularly spicy, but tasty nonetheless. It also could possibly have used some more sauce on top, or something to make it less dry. It came with funny-looking radishes, pickled ginger, lemon asparagus, and a tasty rice side dish. Great meal and great service.

Interior

Caribbean Pulled Pork Nachos

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Bar

The Brunch Club

3.8(126 reviews)

4.2 mi

We are visiting Dayton and found this place. It has amazing food and great service. The bread for…read morethe toast and sandwiches was extra yummy. It is definitely a gem of a find.

Three of came here for lunch. I got the Slivered ham and cheese melt on the basil bread with side…read moreof Cole slaw. Our waitress explained the bread comes daily from a local bakery. When it came out, it didn't look that appealing. But it was delicious. The bread made the sandwich. Would have liked it hotter (think mine was ready first and they served all three at the same time). Loved the Cole slaw! One friend got the scrambler and the other got the chili fries.both loved their meal. Paying was quick at the counter.

The brunch club

Potato pancakes

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Hasty Tasty Pancake House

I love this place. Food, service, and prices are outstanding. Whenever I'm in Dayton, I try to stop…read morein for a meal. My favorite is the waffles.

Deserves an Update…read more Hasty Tasty reminds us of numerous western cafes in small western towns as we tour the west. Something inherent about the menu and the food that escapes cafes nearer home. Recommend dress code: jeans and T shirt, and that is fine.... I predict that my dear wife will have the veggie omlet, and she does - great choice. I hold out for the chicken fried steak and eggs - delicious. Prices are outstanding. Beware of bottleneck at front door ... not much of a problem.

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Waffle

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Pizza S.

1 year ago

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Hally W.

7 years ago

Simple place but I love the service. Very family-oriented. The breakfast menu is abundant. The waitresses are all nice people. I and my child enjoyed our breakfast together. They have plenty of seats and enough space. We both ordered their special breakfast and it was great. The price is more than enough for the serving size and the food is great. Served hot and fresh. My kid enjoyed her bacon and omelet. The french toast is good too! They got some really yummy sauce poured on the toast and my kid ended up eating quite a lot for breakfast. It was not what I expected but I'm glad we stopped by Debbie's for breakfast. Else, I would not see my child enjoying eating her breakfast. read more

Ken K.

9 years ago

Debbie's is always awesome. The best people you will ever find. We love Joy, she is the friendliest person you will ever meet. Great food and awesome people, you can't go wrong with Debbie's! read more

Lindsey C.

9 years ago

Great service, food and atmosphere. Most definitely will be returning. Some of the best fried chicken I've eaten and the cucumber salad is a MUST. read more

Fran Y.

12 years ago

The food was great. The Restaurant was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. Yes. we will be going back.

AJ P.

157

5 years ago

Great breakfast and awesome service! Very attentive and welcoming. Food came out quick and was delicious!

Lynn M.

7 years ago

Nice little mom and pop kinda place. Good food good service and locally owned by Debbie.

April L.

3 years ago

I will go again. Service was good and food was delivered within 5 minutes and was hot.

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