Coldwater Cafe

Name: Coldwater Cafe
Address: 19 E Main Street, Tipp City, OH, United States, 45371
Telephone: (937) 667-0007
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

2449 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 8, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(937) 667-0007

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–4:15 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:45 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:45 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(937) 667-0007
Website
http://www.coldwater-cafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Katy Evans
Catering
Coldwater has limited its catering to focus on the banquet space upstairs.
Private party facilities
We have two rooms available for private dining, each with its own style and personality. We will work with you to create a personalized dining experience perfect for your event.
Private party contact
Jenny Swigart: (937) 667-0007

Location
19 E Main Street, Tipp City, OH 45371
Neighborhood
Tipp City
Cross street
Between 2nd and 3rd Streets
Parking details
A newly-designed and landscaped parking lot is in the rear of the building. Street parking is also available.
Public transit
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Shrimp Cocktail$15.95
sriracha cocktail sauce
Baked Artichoke Dip$11.95
artichoke hearts, creamy parmesan sauce and toasted pita chips
Crispy Brussel Sprouts$12.95
roasted cashews, red bell peppers, chili sauce, toasted sesame seeds, eel sauce
Lobster Crab Cake$12.95
spicy corn remoulade
Mussels$17.95
sambuca cream sauce, onions, peppers, garlic, shaved parmesan, and toasted focaccia
Fried Brie$14.95
nut and sesame seed crusted triple cream brie, flash-fried, focaccia toast points, house made hot pepper jelly

Second Course

Roasted Beet$9.95
warm pistachio crusted goat cheese, micro arugula and sorrel, olive oil, spicy honey drizzle, fleur de sel
Wedge$9.95
bacon, tomatoes, gorgonzola, hard-boiled egg, house made buttermilk ranch, scallions
House$6.95
spring greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, herb croutons, house made cucumber dill dressing
Soup of the Day$7.95
Wild Mushroom Bisque$7.95
truffle oil, crema, micro dijon

Third Course

Filet Mignon*$44.95
8 oz CAB, roasted garlic smashed potatoes, sautéed asparagus and tellicherry peppercorn demi-glace, fried onions
NY Strip Steak*$42.95
12 oz CAB, roasted garlic smashed potatoes, sautéed asparagus, bearnaise compound butter
Prime Pork Ribeye*$33.95
8 oz prime, roasted garlic smashed potatoes, sautéed asparagus, house made hot pepper jelly
Duck Breast*$32.95
coffee-rubbed and seared, roasted potatoes, fried brussel sprouts with apples and mustard crème fraiche, sherry gastrique
Lobster Crab Cakes$34.95
a pair of house made lobster crab cakes, coconut jasmine rice, sautéed asparagus, spicy corn remoulade
Ahi Tuna*$31.95
7 oz togarashi-seasoned fillet, seared rare, roasted carrot and parsnip puree, chilled rice noodle and sugar snap pea salad, yuzu vinaigrette
Local Airline Chicken$31.95
8 oz brined and roasted, goat cheese and pea shoot risotto, sautéed asparagus, shiitake mushroom and roasted tomato demi-glace
Scottish Salmon*$34.95
7 oz center cut fillet, coconut jasmine rice, sautéed asparagus, cilantro tamarind sauce
Green Curry$19.95
coconut milk, kaffir lime, ginger, lemongrass, fresh vegetables, coconut jasmine rice, chili oil, cilantro
Brie and Cherry Ravioli$27.95
locally made ravioli, brie cream, shallots, garlic, dried washington cherries, and spinach topped with toasted pistachios

Specialty Beverages

Mint Iced Tea$3.95
Crimson Cup Coffee$3.95
Kombucha$5.95
Nashville Fruit Tea$4.95
Warped Wing Craft Root Beer$4.95
Centr Sparkling CBD Drink$6.95

What 2,449 people are saying

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Ross
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for special occasions or just romantic dinner
B
Brooke
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My boyfriend and I came here for our anniversary dinner. The host and server were very nice, and both wished us a happy anniversary. The inside was nice and quite, giving you space from the other guests. The food was very good as well. I would recommend.
AW
AlisonW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent as was the service. Never disappointed at Coldwater Cafe!
LD
LoraD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of Dayton’s best restaurants! We have made a visit to the Coldwater Cafe a a holiday tradition.
JM
JamesM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and we were treated so kindly!
MK
MikeK
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hostess was very accommodating, food was great! I had a filet and my wife had the salmon. Would highly recommend this place.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious from start to finish. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a high level meal with fresh ingredients.
DS
DavidS
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated our anniversary with first time to Coldwater Café. It was a great experience from start to finish. An excellent meal and our server, Morgan, was both knowledgeable and attentive. We'll be back.
t
tammyc
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was outstanding. We highly recommend the mussels and prime pork ribeye.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Got together with friends for a birthday. Food was awesome as usual. Service great. Dessert outstanding.
S
Susanamantha
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A memorable meal, as usual. What a surprise to find linen cloth on the table, silver chargers, champagne flutes. They knew it was an anniversary celebration and they did it right, complementary taste of bubbly! The food was great. We enjoyed the airline chicken and the brie ravioli with dried cherries and shared the chocolate mousse cake, an indulgence not to be missed!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
EXCELLENT!!
WM
WendellM
Charleston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Our server, Morgan was wonderful! The four of us had great entrees, tuna, chicken, curry and crab cakes. They were all just perfect. Morgan was attentive and very helpful with our drink order, martinis, Old Fashioned and red wine. The drinks were well made and generous! We have never had a bad meal at Coldwater!
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Foodie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service! Very pleasant environment in a small town.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food service and ambiance
BD
BandD
Chicago
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the airline chicken and pork entrées which were both delicious. The mushroom soup also tasted great on a cold night. Kelly did a great job of providing friendly and professional service as always.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The folks at Coldwater are fantastic!! Have been many times and will return many more times!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely in every way
M
Mike
Columbus
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and menu…a favorite place for my husband and I to come to when we travel to Dayton from Indpls.
NF
NoFluff
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience4
Seems the restaurant has changed over the years. I used to live in Tipp. Coldwater was a great place and never had a bad meal…Until now. Their crab cakes used to be the gold standard. This time the crab cakes were blackened and I didn’t finish them. Overpriced food. Parking lot is very confusing. The restaurant ambiance was wonderful. Cucumber dill dressing is still fabulous.
OJ
OliverJ
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
THIS PLACE IS NEVER A DISAPOINTMENT. WE HAD JOHN AS A SERVER. I WILL EAT AT THE BAR AGAIN!!!
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Chard
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Our server was very attentive. Lunch menu kinda limited. Sandwich wasn't pressed enough for a true panini.
l
lisas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always the experience my colleagues had at the coldwater was outstanding. Sherry was very nice and helped me out a great deal.
S
Silverking
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Once again, you have provided 5-star service and food. From the crisp, cold wedge salad to the tender filet mignon, our experience was superb!
TB
TommyBear
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite restaurant. Food is always delicious and we ask for Zach as our waiter, who is the best.
A
Anniecat
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and brought to the table quickly after we ordered it. Our waitress was excellent. One of the best restaurants in the area.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We moved to the area about 6 months ago and have been wanting to try it out. The food was amazing! We had the lobster crab cake as an appetizer, pork loin and brie and cherry ravioli as our mains, and split the frozen peanut butter pie with hot fudge. Everything was perfect. Did I mention the $5 glasses of wine on Wednesday?
SA
SusanA
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall3food1service4ambience3
My lunch entre was very disappointing: a huge pile of un trimmed spinach with a scattering of nuts and feta was almost impossible to eat gracefully. Some falafels and sauce thrown alongside and you have a lousy but expensive experience.
MM
MiMi
Charleston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a wonderful experience! My all time favorite restaurant!
KP
KimberlyP
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was incredible as usual! Service was excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always love this restaurant. Our all time favorite. Fabulous service and food.
J
Jeannie1950
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been going to the Coldwater Cafe for years and it never disappoints. It is always my restaurant of choice when entertaining friends, celebrating a special occasion or just enjoying a quiet lunch.
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foodisfun
Cincinnati
62 reviews
vip
4.0
62 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Thank you for helping us celebrate with your delicious tea cake dessert😁
SK
SusanK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Food was prepared perfectly and the Atmosphere was Great.
VS
ValerieS
Cincinnati
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall3food5service1ambience3
This was my first time coming to Coldwater Cafe even though I live just around the corner. Although the food was delicious, I felt very unwelcome. I immediately was given looks by the host as I walked in as if I wasn’t good enough to be there. Then when she sat us, she told me that she was judging me when I came in but she liked my boots. I was shocked at the audacity of the backhanded compliment. I’ve never had someone be so rude to my face for me just existing. Although the food was great, I won’t be back because of this.
MS
MatthewS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service from our waiter Zack. The food was outstanding and timing of the courses was perfect. Relaxed warm atmosphere. Really pleased with the entire experience. We will return!
T
Todd
Cincinnati
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is always good! Never disappointed when we go! Zachary is an amazing server!
C
Chris
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Really enjoy Coldwater - it's become our go-to for birthdays, anniversaries, or just for a really nice dinner.
T
Trixie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
For that little extra special occasion you can't beat the Coldwater!! You cannot beat their Quiche and English Teacake for a wonderful lunch!!
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Cake
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. We Will go back soon.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Coldwater Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (937) 667-0007.

Coldwater Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 2449 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 8, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(937) 667-0007

19 E Main Street, Tipp City, OH 45371

Additional information

Cross street
Between 2nd and 3rd Streets
Neighborhood
Tipp City
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–4:15 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:45 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:45 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
A newly-designed and landscaped parking lot is in the rear of the building. Street parking is also available.
Public transit
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Katy Evans
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.coldwater-cafe.com/
Phone number
(937) 667-0007
Catering
Coldwater has limited its catering to focus on the banquet space upstairs.
Private party facilities
We have two rooms available for private dining, each with its own style and personality. We will work with you to create a personalized dining experience perfect for your event.
Private party contact
Jenny Swigart: (937) 667-0007

Coldwater Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

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Filet Mignon

Lobster Crab Cakes

Mussels

First Course

Shrimp Cocktail$15.95

Baked Artichoke Dip$11.95

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$12.95

Lobster Crab Cake$12.95

Mussels$17.95

Fried Brie$14.95

Second Course

Roasted Beet$9.95

Wedge$9.95

House$6.95

Soup of the Day$7.95

Wild Mushroom Bisque$7.95

Third Course

Filet Mignon*$44.95

NY Strip Steak*$42.95

Prime Pork Ribeye*$33.95

Duck Breast*$32.95

Lobster Crab Cakes$34.95

Ahi Tuna*$31.95

Local Airline Chicken$31.95

Scottish Salmon*$34.95

Green Curry$19.95

Brie and Cherry Ravioli$27.95

Specialty Beverages

Mint Iced Tea$3.95

Crimson Cup Coffee$3.95

Kombucha$5.95

Nashville Fruit Tea$4.95

Warped Wing Craft Root Beer$4.95

Centr Sparkling CBD Drink$6.95

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