Dayton · Montgomery County, OH
Food & Drink in Dayton
Scout analyzed 111 Dayton places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.
Places analyzed
111
Matches
24
Typical spend
$35
Typical visit
1.2 hr
Best neighborhoods for food & drink
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Oregon
Wheat Penny Oven and Bar
Wheat Penny is a good choice for a sit-down dinner of Italian fare and drinks, suitable for an evening outing. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-$70 per person, potentially pairing it with a walk nearby.
Five Points
West Social Tap & Table
West Social Tap & Table is a good spot for a casual meal or drinks, offering a relaxed social atmosphere. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-50 per person on food and beverages.
Oregon
Lily's Dayton
Lily's is a solid spot for dinner and cocktails, often paired with other outings in the Oregon District. Expect to spend $30-70 per person for an hour and a half visit.
Food & Drink
Tastefully Roasted Coffee
Tastefully Roasted Coffee is a good spot for a casual solo or small group coffee stop, offering a relaxed environment for a quick break or a grab-and-go. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and perhaps a light pastry.
Oregon
Press Coffee Bar
This petite coffee shop is ideal for a quick solo stop for coffee and pastries, or a relaxed catch-up with a friend. Expect to spend $5-10 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.
Food & Drink
MUDDY GOOSE COFFEE CO.
This coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink or light snack, suitable for a solo break or casual meet-up. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.
Historic Inner East
Gem City Catfe
Visit for an hour to enjoy coffee or snacks while interacting with cats. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for the cat lounge and a beverage, making it a good stop for a relaxed solo outing or a calm family activity.
Food & Drink
Pettibone Coffee
Pettibone Coffee is suitable for a solo stop or a casual meet-up, taking about 30 minutes for a coffee or light snack. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for your order.
Food & Drink
Three Birds
Three Birds is a restaurant suitable for a meal as a primary outing or paired with a local activity. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$40 per person for a typical visit.
Oregon
Jay's Seafood
Jay's Seafood is a classic choice for a special dinner, offering a stately setting and a seafood menu. Plan for a 90-minute meal with a per-person cost of $50-100.
Webster Station
The Silos
The Silos is a restaurant suitable for a casual meal or a relaxed dinner outing. Expect a typical visit to last about an hour, with costs ranging from $15-$30 per person.
Webster Station
The Foundry
The Foundry is suitable for an evening meal or drinks, pairing well with a walk in the nearby area. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-70 per person.
Downtown
Table 33
Table 33 is a good spot for a refined breakfast or lunch, suitable for a solo meal or a family outing. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit lasting about an hour, possibly paired with a downtown walk.
Historic Inner East
The Ugly Duckling
The Ugly Duckling is a very inexpensive spot for a casual breakfast or brunch. Expect a classic diner experience for around $5-15 per person.
South Park
Jimmie's Ladder 11
This firehouse-turned-tavern offers American food and an extensive beer list, suitable for a casual dinner or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-50 per person.
Oregon
Emporium Coffee & Souvenir
This is a good spot for a quick coffee and to browse local souvenirs, fitting well into a morning or afternoon outing in the historic district. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.
South Park
Wholly Grounds
Wholly Grounds is suitable for a casual solo visit or a relaxed coffee date, typically lasting about an hour. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and perhaps a light snack.
Food & Drink
EPIC Coffee Shoppe
This coffee shop is good for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, typically lasting about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person on drinks and maybe a pastry.
Food & Drink
Central Perc European Cafe
This cafe is good for a relaxed solo or small group outing for coffee, tea, or a light meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-25 per person.
Food & Drink
ContempoRoast Coffee & Roastery
This is a good spot for a casual coffee stop or a quick bite, suitable for starting a day or a mid-day break. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a snack.
Downtown
Grist
Grist is a good spot for a casual lunch or early dinner, potentially combined with exploring downtown Dayton. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $10-25 per person on sandwiches and other deli items.
Downtown
Val's Bakery
Val's Bakery is good for a quick stop for a coffee and pastry, often enjoyed as a solo adventure or with family. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.
Food & Drink
Warehouse 4 Coffee (Kettering)
This coffee shop is good for a casual solo stop or a quiet meeting with friends/family. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-15 per person for a drink and a light bite.
Oregon
CULTURE
CULTURE is a casual restaurant suitable for a quick meal or a relaxed evening out, especially for dinner. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a meal and drinks.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 35 of the 111 analyzed Dayton places fit food & drink.
- 3% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 31% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quiet, Upscale, Playful, Romantic.
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