Easy to find near UD campus and Arena. I had reservations but there was hardly anyone inside so…read morethey weren't needed. Restaurant was nice inside. However the chairs were so hard and not comfortable all night. The menu had a lot of various offerings. We went with a mocktail and spinach, lobster, artichoke dip to start. They were good but I would have preferred the naan bread served warm with the dip instead of cold. We went with short rib risotto for our main. It was tender meat but a lot of mushroom sauce. And the risotto was underwhelming and not well seasoned and pretty bland. Server was friendly but it was so slow all night. We waited for 20 minutes for our bill after we were done eating. Not sure I'd be back for lunch/dinner but maybe would try their brunch offerings.

Food is not good. I will only eat here out of desperation. Cookies are good. Burgers are ok.read more

Service is amazing. Originally looking at the menu I wanted to try the walnut tacos but they don't…read morehave any walnut meat in stock. I grabbed the pasta salad and veggie soup. Both are 9/10!!

Today, I fell in love with Jackfruit Tacos. It has the right amount of spice, with loads of flavor,…read moreand a hint of sweetness. At first bite, I had to take a picture because I knew it would be ingested quickly. If you have a few moments on the weekend and you're in downtown Dayton, OH, stop by the 2nd Street Market and visit Vegan it Iz!

BEST BREAKFAST SPOT EVER…read more The Breakfast Burger was perfect. The vibe was immaculate. The service was incredible. MUST VISIT SPOT in Dayton!!!!

The Ugly Duckling was probably a one time visit for me. The atmosphere was great, and the service…read morewas friendly and attentive. You can tell they're aiming to put a unique twist on classic brunch dishes, which I can appreciate, even if it wasn't quite my style. I ordered the Gravy'd Cheddar Tots, and my friend ordered the Breakfast Burrito. While the food was well-prepared, I personally found the value a bit lacking for the price. The Gravy'd Cheddar Tots consisted mostly of tater tots topped with eggs, white cheddar, and gravy. I basically paid $16 for 2 eggs; I left more hungry leaving than I did coming in. I understand that their menu is designed to be creative and different from a traditional brunch spot, but I found myself missing some of the more classic breakfast elements. In the end, it just wasn't the right fit for my preferences, and I left wishing the meal had been a bit more filling.

Wow Culture truly is one of the best restaurants in Dayton. Chef Dane truly has a variety of…read moreamazing flavorful food and a weekly special. His Crunchwrap special is the bomb! His drip Burger is so good with his famous drip sauce. Tonight met up with a few friends to celebrate the end of the school year and shared fries the seasoning is so good enjoy as is no ketchup needed. I loved the meatloaf with chipotle glaze, the mashed potatoes wee melt in our mouth & green beans seasoned just right. Plus huge portion enough for 2 meals. Another friend enjoyed the wonton nachos which were delicious & then the crab & blt special sandwich & finished off with banana pudding special. Thank you Chef Dane for wonderful experience in Oregon District.

It is currently a crisp and cold early mid spring afternoon. My buddy Patrick and I have been…read moreworking 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

What a great brunch spot! The hostess was a delight sharing with us the history of the building…read more Our server was great. Attentive. Food was good. I wouldn't order the $60 mimosa carafe. They got us there. I would just order a bottle of prosecco and a glass of oj for the mimosa esthetic lol Definitely will go back!

Location: 45 W 4th Street, Dayton Ohio Website:…read morehttps://www.table33dayton.com Menu: see website Hours: see website Parking: valet available, street parking (metered) This venue is constantly raising the bar. A favorite for brunch, we booked dinner for a Friday night. Phenomenal experience celebrating the holidays with a small group of family and friends. We already loved Table 33 for lunch or brunch, but had never experienced their dinner menu.... Now, it's our favorite Dayton-area restaurant for any meal, snack, or cocktail. (Do not sleep on their wine list though, fabulous assortment and available for retail purchase) Friday night dinner reservations and we were floored with the recent dining room updates - including new dining venues off a hallway, each with its own unique decor (including a unique chandelier in each) and a truly decadent and unexpectedly private environment. Seating for 4 and above in the varying spaces. After dinner, we booked the guaranteed add-on table reservation at the adjacent venue, 'The Dessert Room'. A well-appointed room with a European decor and upbeat music settles you in for a delightful list of desserts, from gelato and macarons to pies and cakes, and a nice coffee, port, wine, or cocktail menu. The service is amazing. The food and cocktails, phenomenally good. The venue? Truly gorgeous. The owner is reinventing another adjacent property next to 'The Dessert Room', currently a mix of a Mexican fare (bowls, burritos) and tequila. Previously a coffee shop, interested to see what it ends up being to tie these venues together.

Simply amazing. We didn't have a reservation, and couldn't have gotten one anyway, because they…read morewere booked solid for two weeks out. So we just walked in, and the host was kind enough to let us sit at the little bar area near the window. I like their ordering system. You have many options --- go up to the cash register and order there, order from the server who comes by your table (or in our case, bar), or use your phone by scanning the QR code. And if you use your phone, each person in your party can do it themselves on their own phone. Regardless, it all gets added to the same order for the same table. Pretty slick. At the end, when it comes time to pay, the app lets you split the check however you want, and you can even see the name of the person that ordered each item. The food was incredible. It's not cheap, and the portions are a little smaller than some might expect at an Italian restaurant. But for us, it was filling enough. I personally had the raviolo, which was delicious. Little did I know that in Italian, "raviolo" is singular while "ravioli" is plural. So I got one giant raviolo on my plate (see picture). I didn't care much for the runny egg yolk on top, but it was as advertised on the menu. All the other food orders were amazing, especially the desserts. I'd definitely come back once my food budget resets.

Unbelievable spot in downtown Dayton. Grist is an Italian eatery with pasta, salads, sandwiches and…read morepastries. The Italian Stallion sandwich is too good to be true! The bread is a treat in itself! Top it off with some black truffle chips and you're set! I cannot wait to go back. Where's the 6 stars on Yelp?

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.

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!