Jollity is a very aptly named, up-beat restaurant with small menu, craft entrees and good vibes all…read morearound. The inside is a bit small but cozy with the kitchen in broad view. The menu rotates roughly every quarter, and given the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients, the selection is a bit limited -- handful of vegetarian small plates, a few meat and a few seafood options. For the non-drinkers, they had two non-alcoholic cocktails available, but no NA beer. Beware though, as the NA cocktails were still around $11, which I always find frustrating as they are basically flavored sugar water. We tried the blackhawk beef burger and koji-aged ribeye. The blackhawk burger was a smash burger (thin patties, melted cheese), that tasted delicious. The ribeye was just as expected and cooked as ordered. The star of each of the entrees, however, was the thin cut, crispy fries. Good thing the fries were delicious because the sauces that came with it were quite bland -- would've preferred ketchup. For dessert we tried the bay leaf cheesecake. It was alright, had a subtle smokey flavor that I think threw us off a bit (although that was obviously the point given the bay leaf). Our server Renee was friendly and everything was prompt. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and the food was pretty good. Although, given the limited number of options on the menu, you'll definitely want to look at it ahead of time to make sure there is something that suits your palate.

Had dinner here with my family (all 10 of us!) this past weekend, and I'm still thinking about that…read moreribeye... The moment we stepped in, the modern aesthetic hit perfectly - clean lines, mood lighting, and just enough buzz to feel energetic without drowning out conversation. Our family gathering was greeted immediately by staff who seemed genuinely stoked to have us there. Major points for making a large group feel welcome! The menu is refreshingly concise - none of that overwhelming novel-length situation that makes you second-guess yourself three times. Their drink selection strikes that perfect balance too - enough variety in wines/beers/cocktails to satisfy everyone. They've got some non-alcoholic options as well. We started with the Kimchi Pancake and Brussels Sprouts for the table. Not gonna lie, I was skeptical about the pancake (kimchi can be hit or miss for me), but this was a revelation. The kimchi flavor was present but not overwhelming - just enough kick that played perfectly with the shiso and wasabi remoulade. And those Brussels? It's packed with flavor and disappeared in approximately 3.5 seconds... Maybe less! For my main course, went with my cousin's recommendation - the Koji Aged Ribeye. When it arrived I initially thought "that's it?" But this steak is deceptive. The thick cut topped with Togarashi Butter was significantly more filling than it looked. Cooked to absolute perfection, and that butter situation on top? A flavor bomb of sweet-spicy-savory that had me contemplating licking the plate - don't worry, I didn't! My taste buds were begging for more even when my stomach waved the white flag. That's when you know it's good. If you're anywhere near downtown Dayton, make Jollity a priority stop. Not sure when I'll be back in Ohio again, but would definitely have this resto on my return list.

Lovely setting and atmosphere. Had the salad appetizer (huge and tasty) followed by the sublime…read moresweet corn Agnolotti. The home made pasta was like a sculpture on a plate and cooked perfectly al dente I didn't like ordering via a QR code but I'm old fashioned, but just as in Italy you can watch the artists making the pasta. Perfect for date night and dinner with friends

Food is Fresh and Flavorful. We had the Bird is the Word and Italian Stallion and Get the Veg out…read more All the produce was crisp. The ciabatta bread was doughy. The Miso dressing on the salad was bright and lip-smacking good. The rest of the salad was well-balanced. We liked the food so much we got cookies too and gobbled them before we left. Rock salt on the top of the chocolate chip was a well received reset to enjoy the melted chocolate. The cinnamon had that molasses flavor that deepens the sweet. The people are super friendly too. Interior has Personal touches everywhere. If we lived here, we'd be back all the time.

Tried 1eleven flavor house after seeing all the positive Yelp reviews. The inside isn't much to…read morewrite home about, and doesn't necessarily match the food experience we were expecting. The service was very slow and haphazard. The menu is pretty diverse and there's something for every pallet and price range. I went with the turkey burger, and my SO got the chicken alfredo. The seasoning on the food was pretty good and I enjoyed the bourbon sauce on the burger. The chicken alfredo portion was huge. Overall, 2 stars for service, 3 stars for atmosphere, 4 stars for the food for an average of 3 stars.

I made reservations for three of us at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, November 30th. Leading up to it, I…read morereceived at least 3 or 4 text messages asking me to confirm my reservation. I always reconfirmed yes. The last reconfirmation was Friday at noon. Imagine my shock and dismay when my friends and I arrived at noon Saturday to find that the restaurant was closed! There was a paper handwritten sign posted on the door that stated the restaurant was not opening until 3 PM. My friends and I were left standing in the cold, trying to find another place to accommodate us for our holiday luncheon and still be finished in time to attend the play at the Schuster Center which started at 2. All three of us had already paid for event parking in the Arts Garage, as one friend drove from Columbus, one from Cincinnati, and me from Centerville. I understand that emergencies can happen and a restaurant could find itself too short-staffed to open. But after receiving all those reconfirmation texts, not one text was sent to me to notify me in advance that my reservation had to be canceled, so that I had time to make other arrangements. I am so disappointed about this. Last spring I took a different friend to dinner here, also before a production at the Schuster, And we had such a wonderful meal. I was looking forward to introducing two more friends to your lovely restaurant. Now because of the lack of notice or any communication telling me that we could not be served, I am very unlikely to try again. Your system clearly had my cell phone number on file between Yelp and your restaurant website, in order to send out a notice. This is the worst form of service.

Amazing food and experience. So glad we found the Nanyea Restaurant. We had eaten at Cafe…read moreLalibella in Tempe, AZ and never found an Ethiopian restaurant that compared. This did it! We brought our son to introduce him to Ethiopian cuisine - and he'll bring his friends back! Service was great and food was even better. The rum punch was super tasty and sneaks up on you - so be ready! Great drink and appetizer specials on Friday. The Nanyea platter was easily enough for 4 and absolutely delicious - great combo of their best dishes. The owners took the time to explain the dishes and checked in on us throughout the evening. Even though we were stuffed we had to try the sweet potato carrot pudding and the Rum Cake - seriously don't miss them! Can't wait to bring our friends back to try the Jamaican side of the menu! Thanks to the staff - we'll be back!!!

I've never had Ethiopian food before, so for my birthday this year, I figured let's give it a try!…read moreWent here with my boyfriend after visiting the Air Force museum. We were absolutely blown away. Excellent and quick friendly service, and even better food. Super filling and yummy. You absolutely have to try the fried plantains with spicy hummus. It's the best! I hadn't heard of this spot before, so definitely going to be spreading the word to friends about how awesome it is

What a find! It looks kind of run down from the street view, but don't let the appearance fool…read moreyou. The inside is clean and well maintained and the food is amazing. The menu includes many Korean staples. I do wish they would offer more appetizers and smaller portion options, but I also understand that being such a small place they have to limit their options. We tried the Tteokbokki (spicy rice cake appetizer) and mandu dumplings. Both were filled with flavor and reasonable portions for the price. You can order the Tteokbokki any spice level 1-5. We split a bulgogi. It was the perfect combination of spicy, sweet and savory and the portion was large enough for the two of us plus some leftover to take home. It was served with a set of small sides (two types of kimchee, and two other sides). Service was fast, friendly and efficient. You check out at the register (which was a bit of an awkward space) but overall, a wonderful experience!

How have I live in Dayton all this time and never been to Yung's Cafe?! This was one of the best…read moremeals I've had in a long time. Everything was truly perfect. It's a small unassuming building with fairly limited seating, but just enough for those in the know! Service was quick and super friendly despite them having a busy day, just remember to pay at the register when you are done. The fish dishes are super popular because they were out of them when we went, so that's next on our list to try!

We come here all the time! Love how many vegan options they offer. I usually get either the vegan…read morechili or the vegan chicken and waffles. Today we also got the vegan chocolate cake and vegan falafel balls. The cake tasted differently than normal, which was odd. Not as good as usual. The falafel was so good though. Almost like a softer fried mozzarella ball. Our waitress was also very nice! She even drew a little dog on our receipt which was cute!

The food was so good! The fries reminded me of Hop Cat crack fries and I couldn't have eaten them…read morefaster. I went safe with the Lucky's Club and it blew me away. The proportions were perfect and the sauce was amazing! It also had a cool punk rock vibe. They weren't trying to be something they weren't. Decent service but I didn't expect anything different. They aren't trying to impress you there, just give you great food and some decent beer. Would have liked the beer more if they had more IPA options. A lot of the options were a little too unique but if you're into that give it a go!

We been ordering from Manhattan for years, never been dissatisfied. Prompt friendly service and…read morefood is delicious.

This was our first time ordering here. The pizza and wings were delicious. Wings cooked perfectly!…read moreThe service was great and the dining area was roomy. Will definitely return.

Wheat Penny Oven and Bar, The array of pizzas and fresh ingrediants are like no other, The…read moreappetizers are well priced. Whether seated in the main room of the restaurant or at the bar the service is speedy. The ambiance is airy.

Wonderful meal & service at the bar on a Friday night. Loved the Passionfruit sangria, the eggplant…read morefries & the Miss Ohio pizza. The pizza was so good right out of the oven. Thank you Wheat Penny team for a great meal & plenty of leftovers which I enjoyed for lunch the next day.

I am absolutely obsessed with Salar and can't wait to go back!…read more This sleek, upscale restaurant in downtown Dayton is dishing out the best food in the area. Every dish I've gotten and every plate I've seen come out of the kitchen is amazing and a wonderful sight. The duck is a personal favorite. It's always perfectly cooked with the right amount of pink and paired with Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes. It also makes an amazing leftover since the portions are so big. The steak though is a dining staple. The Delmonico Ribeye shines at both a rare and medium rare cook and is just so flavorful. That's the steak I dream of and can't wait to have again. The servers are attentive, polite, and helpful when you ask for their thoughts on which dish to order. The bar is quick and makes some great drinks (based on friends' input). Salar isn't so upscale that you can only go for special occasions. It makes for a good mid-week dinner, meetup with friends and coworkers, but it can also be a treat yourself meal.

Had great dinner at Salar. I have to say the dinners we've had planned in Dayton have been winners…read more So starting with apps, the yuka rellno was really nice and spicy with bacially fried croquettes stuffed with cheese and some kind of spicy sauce base. Loved it. They had a complementary snack too, which was nice - like fried pitas and a nice sauce. The corn salad was ok. Then I had a main that was a crepe. They have plenty of vegetarian options, by the way, which is great. The crepe come stuffed with fur nice cheese and san marzano tomato sauce. I enjoyed the dish. Service was like excellent. Our waitress was like in top of things. Really attentive and anticipated our needs. Tent good place and I'd cube back

1st time visitor, long time wannabe patron. Glad we came here for Fat Tuesday and loved their Mardi…read moreGras menu! Started off with the King Cake Old Fashioned and a Downtown Hurricane. Good choices to kick things off with and then we ordered all the apps! Good attempt w the Boudin Balls, but it needed alot more sausage, tasted like rice balls. The Muffaletta Deviled Eggs were very salty. Even after taking the olive topping off, the saltiness was soaked into the egg. Now the Grilled Shrimp Maque Choux was off the chain! I could've eaten 20 plates. Off to the entrees, we went with the Jambalaya and the Gumbo. The only mistake was not getting a bowl of Gumbo! It was very good. Cajuns would be proud! I hope the Gumbo is on their regular menu! Cannot wait to come back and try other stuff. Sazerac had a black licorice and ouzo quality to it and I'm not a fan of either of those but ppl who are will love it.

We stopped in not knowing that this was their last night at this location. The place has a good…read morevibe and is in a 3 story building with a nice mural on the side. We sat at the bar and had great service from the bartender Heather. We enjoyed some cold wine and deviled eggs. The eggs had a great fresh taste where the dill really stood out but wasn't overpowering. I had the salmon BLT which was delicious. My wife had the chicken avo sandwich and said it was the best chicken sandwich she had ever had. We ordered some chicken fingers for our son and his fiancé to go. They said those were delicious as well. Everyone that worked there was so nice and it was pretty neat to be the final customers at the location. Go give them a try in Centerville!