Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Dayton

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Dayton? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Coldwater Cafe

4.9

4.9 (3065)

$31 to $50

American

Tipp City

About the restaurant

This restaurant housed in a former bank building in the heart of downtown Tipp City offers quality dining in a small-town setting. The decor is warm and welcoming and is a delight for the senses. The fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere while the full bar allows patrons a relaxing stop while awaiting a fabulous meal. The inviting atmosphere encourages relaxed conversation. You may be surprised to find that a restaurant in such a small town has some rather sophisticated choices on the menu alongside your more normal fare, with entrees such as ostrich being offered. If you are looking for a decadent dessert, look no further than the butter-drenched English Tea Cake! An easy drive from all points in the Dayton area, words cannot do it justice. A visit is a must and will be the first of many.

Top review

Nancyvip

Dined 3 days ago

A new seasonal menu is the perfect excuse to visit Coldwater Cafe. You can count on anything and everything on the menu being top notch and the service is consistently stellar. Whether you prefer iced tea, wine,or a cocktail with your meal - you can count on a great experience. The menu has great flavors and something for everyone- vegetarian,pescatarian preferences are also covered beautifully.

Silas Creative Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (435)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Versailles

About the restaurant

Fresh + Unexpected Dining
Serving up an eclectic mix of globally inspired cocktails, wine and chef-driven cuisine, one would never guess that the key ingredients to Silas's success are sourced from a farm just down the road.

A bright sunlit space by day and a cozy candlelit venue by night, our main dining room makes an impact with contemporary decor and comfortable seating that’s swanky and sophisticated yet approachable to all.

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Steven

Dined 2 days ago

Interesting menu, attractively plated, good service and delicious.

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Experience

Silas Tasting Experience

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Centerville

4.7

4.7 (5004)

$30 and under

American

Centerville

About the restaurant

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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Larry

Dined 3 days ago

Great overall, great overall, great overall, great overrall

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Braised Short Rib Risotto

Popular dish

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Fleming's Steakhouse - Dayton

4.8

4.8 (1277)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Dayton

About the restaurant

Your Dayton Fleming's is located in Beavercreek at The Greene Town Center, just west of I-675 at exit 10, and convenient to both Dayton and Cincinnati. Fleming's in Dayton is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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Donise

Dined 1 day ago

It was an amazing experience. The food was amazing. Our service was amazing. Definitely would come back.

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Experience

Taste of Italy featuring Il Borro

Experience

4-Course Wine Dinner featuring Far Niente

Rusty Bucket - Dayton

4.8

4.8 (247)

$30 and under

American

Dayton

About the restaurant

Rusty Bucket is a casual neighborhood tavern serving the highest quality food and beverage in a “come as you are” setting. Scratch kitchens, fresh cocktails, and the perfect pour are our craft. Our associates are welcoming, and our hospitality naturally makes us the local hub where friends and family frequently gather to share in a good time.

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Ann

Dined on Aug 21, 2024

Table for 9 was waiting on us when we arrived. Server was pleasant and came around frequently to fill our drinks.

Mode X Tequila Bistro

4.5

4.5 (72)

$30 and under

Mexican

Beavercreek

About the restaurant

A sophisticated twist on the Tequila bistro style of informal eating and drinking.........Welcome to Mode X Tequila Bistro, a place that praises the vibrancy of Mexico. Here you will find a fun and casual dining experience. At Mode X, we emphasize on using quality ingredients, from fresh-pressed tortillas to housemade sauce.

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SusanG

Dined on Aug 22, 2024

Had lunch with 5 High School friends of 50 years. Our server Christian could not have been better! Delicious food and great service

The Melting Pot - Dayton

4.8

4.8 (765)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Dayton

About the restaurant

Enjoy an unforgettable interactive dining experience with friends and family with fondue at The Melting Pot in Dayton. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings. Whether you’re here for drinks, cheese, and chocolate, or you want to dig into our four-course fondue experience, we know you’ll love every bite! From artisan cheeses to our decadent chocolate fondue desserts, there is something to tickle your taste buds in each pot. Let our friendly staff help you choose the right fondue experience for your table tonight. Make reservations for everyone at The Melting Pot and turn the ordinary into the extraordinary!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 15, 2024

Incredible experience doing the Thursdate experience with great effort from the staff and amazing food.

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Experience

BFFF (Best Fondue Friends Forever)

Experience

Thursdate

Experience

Perfect Night Out package for Two - $219

Coco's Bistro

4.6

4.6 (2191)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Dayton

About the restaurant

You'll always feel welcome at Coco's.

We're a Dayton Original, an independent restaurant where you can have your power lunch, a rehearsal dinner, a fun night, or a place to propose. You'll enjoy contemporary American food, always with amazing service, and reasonable prices for wine and spirits. Thank you Dayton - we love you as much as you love us.

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Dona

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

Great Experience, Plenty of space and could enjoy conversation, tasty appetizers and a varied menu. Give it a try

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Club Oceano Seafood & Bar

4.5

4.5 (1268)

$30 and under

Seafood

Dayton

About the restaurant

Club Oceano Seafood & Bar is committed in delivering exceptional cuisine and attentive
service. Our founders, with over 50 years of restaurant industry experience, believe in simple
food preparations using the finest ingredients to create a joyful journey for your palate. We cut and filet our fish in-house. It is a time consuming task to ensure the quality of our food.

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ChristinaC

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

Great place to eat! Linguine and clams, great as well as the Oysters Rockefeller. Twin lobster tails were also wonderful. If in the area again would definitely eat there again.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Chilled Seafood Tower

Black Rock - Beaver Creek - PRIORITY SEATING

4.6

4.6 (1403)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Beavercreek

About the restaurant

Black Rock Bar & Grill, an award winning steakhouse specializing in certified angus beef steaks served on a sizzling stone. Due to our high volume and traffic, we cannot hold tables for parties like a reservation system. We have a system called Priority Seating. This system secures a table within our restaurant, however, it does not guarantee an exact seat by time. Priority is placed on your party, and if we are on a wait, your party is placed on top of the wait list as a priority. We will seat you as fast as possible, but cannot guarantee an exact time. If the restaurant is not busy, we will seat the party upon arrival.

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Melanievip

Dined 6 days ago

Service and food was excellent! The filet mignon is amazing!

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