Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Dayton

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining 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 (3214)

$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.

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Karen

Dined 1 day ago

We all ordered something different & each meal was very good. The server was very friendly and attentive without being obtrusive. One of our favorite places for lunch and we enjoyed the outdoor atmosphere

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Popular dish

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Centerville, OH

4.8

4.8 (5537)

$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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JohannaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

I love that they have lunch portions and a life-balance menu options. Our food was delicious. The service was outstanding. A great place to enjoy lunch and a glass of wine.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Braised Short Rib Risotto

Popular dish

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Rusty Bucket - Dayton

4.7

4.7 (263)

$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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Cheryl

Dined on May 11, 2025

My family and I had a wonderful Mother’s Day luncheon.

Black Rock - Beaver Creek - PRIORITY SEATING

4.6

4.6 (1484)

$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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Tim

Dined on May 30, 2025

We were seated right away - our server was right there and took great care of us - everything from the appetizer, the cocktails, our dinner salads were great ! - to the entree's everything was great ! We will definitely be going back . . . . .

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Club Oceano Seafood & Bar

4.6

4.6 (1389)

$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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Allan

Dined 6 days ago

Food portions were larger in the past. Had the fish and chips, still a value at $19.00, but it used to be more fish. Service was great. Will still go back.

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Mode X Tequila Bistro

4.5

4.5 (96)

$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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DanielVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food, service, and cocktails. Honestly the best margaritas in the world!

The Foundry

4.3

4.3 (542)

$30 and under

American

Dayton

About the restaurant

The Foundry Rooftop restaurant is located on the sixth floor of the AC Hotel in downtown Dayton. Inspired by the fire within foundries, the factories that produce metal castings, this wood-fired kitchen embraces the flame. Devour new takes on internally-inspired cuisine with our Loaded Potato Pizza and Ingot Crab Crakes, or our signature Foundry Reuben and Charred Meatballs. Hearty, midwestern favorites from Chef's James Wright and Joshua Cox anchor our menu like our Crispy Pork Belly and 24-Hour Chicken. And with a combination of smoked whiskeys, classic cocktails, and local beers, you’ll always have the perfect pairing of spirits to enhance the heat of your meal. Made for Dayton locals, or those local for the day, we invite you to join us on our open-air rooftop patio for dinner, drinks and celebrating your most special occasions with a private event.

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Tonya

Dined 6 days ago

The rooftop is a whole vibe the service was excellent our server skye was very nice

Bravo Italian Kitchen - Centerville - Dayton

4.2

4.2 (792)

$30 and under

Italian

Centerville

About the restaurant

Bravo Dayton is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in Centerville, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Dayton is the place to eat in Centerville, OH for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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Mel

Dined on May 11, 2025

Our table was ready for us and our server did a fabulous job!

The Troll Pub at the Wheel House

3.7

3.7 (278)

$30 and under

American

Dayton

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Troll Pub - Dayton!

The Troll Pub is a unique dining experience that features a Gastro-pub style menu with a wide selection of great tasting food items, craft beer, and an atmosphere like no other.

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Tish

Dined 3 days ago

Stopped in for a quick bite at the bar and had a great experience. Anthony and Brian were awesome—super friendly and made sure everything was just right. The Reuben and fries hit the spot—fresh, flavorful, and just what I was craving. The Spicy Bloody Mary was packed with flavor and came with a whole little garden on top. Can’t wait to come back and try more!

Brio Italian Grille - Beaver Creek - The Green

3.6

3.6 (1159)

$30 and under

Italian

Beavercreek

About the restaurant

Brio The Greene is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Dayton, OH serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails-our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads. If you're looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio The Greene is the place to eat in Dayton, OH for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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EricVIP

Dined on May 9, 2025

Lamb chops were cooked perfectly. A table of 7 guests and all were happy with their food. I was hoping the restaurant carried Malfy Italian gin as corporate said they did.

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