My brother suggested this place while we were in town visiting and I'm glad he did - it's a really…read morecool, swanky, dark bar that seems good for groups. It wasn't too busy when we arrived and got complimentary valet. We were seated right away at this cool four top table connected to the end of the bar. The lighting and ambiance felt upscale and moody. The menu is varied with some really interesting-sounding drinks. I ordered the mi loquita: tequila, blackberry liqueur, house-made hot honey shrub, acidified pineapple. They have some snacks and this bar is attached to Dozo where we had omakase reservations later. We got some of the furikake chex mix, which was a bit sweet and spicy. I loved it! Our drinks were very nice and balanced, and quite tasty. Signature cocktails range from $13-$16 which seemed normal for this type of spot. I'm glad we got to check it out and wish we could have gotten some kind of small souvenir (I love when bars have a matchbook etc.). I'd come back!

My best friend came here a couple of years ago and loved it. She wanted to take me and fiancée…read more It's an underground speakeasy. Used to be a subway station. Historical and really love the atmosphere. Very laid back and not noisy. Even the music is not loud that you can have conversations without yelling. I highly recommend you make reservations. We didn't do that and only had to wait 20 minutes since it wasn't super busy at the time. It's an open bar, which when you are seated, you are waited on. They have everything from specialty cocktails, wine/sake, beer, non alcoholic, spirits and small snacks/appetizers. I got a glass of red wine (Tempranillo), my fiancée ordered the smoked Manhattan and my best friend ordered their specialty cocktail- Softer than my intentions. We really enjoyed our time and had a great experience. Don't sleep on Dayton. They have so much to offer and what a great hidden gem!

What a fun hidden gem bar and lounge located in the heart of Downtown Dayton. The environment is…read moresuper chill, fun, with great music, and drinks. This locations not only serves amazing drinks but also food. The staff is super knowledgeable, friendly, and always attentive upon arrival to departure. They serve a variety of drinks from specialty shots to Martinis to classics such as Old Fashions. This is a fun filled locations before and a great place for a evening night cap. The selection of drinks is quite robust. The demographics is a variety of friendly and diverse people. I highly recommend this location as the latest trendy hot bar/lounge for an evening gatherings with friends.

We walked in tonight on a whim and we were greeted warmly. Bartenders were attentive and engaging…read more Drinks were generous and well-crafted. And the music was so good -- mostly throwback R&B. We will be back!

We've been here a couple of times. It is beautiful inside and evokes an atmosphere of the early…read more20th century. The bartenders are attired with class to fit this mood. It is very dimly lit with minimal natural light coming in. This adds to the ambiance and I love it, though it does make for a bit of a challenge in reading the extensive drink menu. Primarily a Whiskey bar, but they can also whip you up any fine cocktail. There are also wine and beer selections. The bar itself is huge and there are cozy tables as well. Expect a crowd, but you will find sufficient bar staff to provide timely service and answer any questions or help you make a selection. Parking is horrendous, and if someone in your party has mobility issues you will probably need to drop them off in front while you seek a place to put the car. But worth the trouble!

The century bar is a cool old school vibe bar with beautiful original woodwork and whiskey barrel…read moretables and low lighting. They have a bourbon menu a mile long. No food, just drinks, but you will drink high quality liquor. The prices are comparable with other bourbon bars. You have to go to the bar to get service and they seem to be crowded everytime I've been there so you may have a wait but the bartenders are friendly and make great drinks. I've had a whiskey sour (pictured), an old fashioned and have tried a few different shots. All delicious!

Steam Plant is a favorite wedding venue in the Greater Dayton Metropolitan Area. Best bridal…read moreadvice: Do diligence and explore the Greater Dayton- Cincinnati markets well in advance of your special day. Caveat: Engage this beautiful venue as soon as possible.... In January 2023, a "hold this date reservation arrived" for August, 2023. A family member held her large, fashionable, and somewhat expensive wedding reception for 300+ friends and relatives. We congratulate her foresight for engaging this venue. It is great that Dayton's historical buildings are restored and lots of area folks delight in selecting reception areas. We know that Steam Plant Professionals deserve huge credit for being the venue of joy to life. We like the event spaces, indoor and outdoor. Of course, we like the on-site parking Highly recommend...

This place is amazing. They really have put a lot of thought into making it a great event center…read more I love the two suites they have for the bride and her ladies and then the men's downstairs. The wedding was absolutely beautiful with an amazing backdrop. Used a catering company that was recommended by the Steam Plant, Elite Catering, I was not impressed with their food at all. This event center is so elegant and the food wasnt up to the standards you would expect.

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

Salar is an elegant restaurant with an interesting menu and beautifully prepared dishes. We've…read moreenjoyed several special meals here over the years, including this past Mother's Day brunch. For our main courses, we had the Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict, the Salar Breakfast, and an Omelette. Everything was generous and perfectly prepared. The smoked salmon was balanced nicely -- flavorful without overpowering the dish -- and the poached eggs were done just right with a slight firmness. The spinach pairing, both cooked beneath the salmon and fresh on the side, worked really well. The ham on the Salar Breakfast was a standout: smoky, flavorful, and not overly salty. The omelette was cooked perfectly as well. Service was outstanding from the moment we walked in. We were seated immediately, our server was attentive throughout, and every request was handled without hesitation. The restaurant was also spotless, including the restrooms. Highly recommend.

RED STAR Bar Dayton Nov 2023 - thought I was going to love it - but now this place is dubious and…read moredangerous‼ I ordered an Old Fashioned and as I stood there watching them make it, the bartender touched my glass to the sink and the glass broke. She then strained my drink, put it in another glass for me to drink‼ (thank God I saw what happened) Very nicely I tried to educate her. I'm not gonna drink that because if there's only a tiny sliver it could cut your intestines open. She said Well, I strained it. It was a large chunk of glass not tiny. I said I'm sorry I'm not drinking it. I put an X across my bill. Then went to sit with my friends. The bartender, brought over my drink, and said You Forgot Your Drink‼ I took it to the bathroom and poured it down the drain. Realizing I didn't have my credit card,, my tall male friend went to the bar with me, to make sure I got it back. They set it to the side ... had no intention of dropping it off to me! My friend stood there watching, he said This place is Nasty, they barely rinse their shot glasses - let alone wash them‼ Yes they charged me for my drink

Hey- don't serve people full drinks and then turn the lights on full blast 5 minutes later... not a…read morewelcoming vibe. Drinks were great ! Service could be much warmer

Such a cool place! Plenty of beers on tap, plus a couple wines, but so many more options available…read moreby the can to drink there or to-go! I love sours, so anytime I can find a great selection, I'm thrilled. It's kind of a small space, but they have lots of games if you're looking for something to do with your friends while you sip, and they also entertainment throughout the week. They also have a small patio right out front, and they're a part of Dayton's recently expanded DORA area if you want to take your drink and walk around.

A Dayton Original. The people are friendly and down-to-earth, and there's always a generous…read moreselection of pours with something for everyone.