Dayton · Montgomery County, OH
Live music in Dayton
Scout analyzed 111 Dayton places and surfaced the ones that actually fit live music.
Places analyzed
111
Matches
24
Typical spend
$40
Typical visit
1.7 hr
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
Salar Restaurant and Lounge
Salar is a stylish Peruvian restaurant suitable for an evening meal with cocktails, typically lasting 1.5-2 hours. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person.
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.
Oregon
Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse
Troll Pub is a casual gastropub suitable for an evening meal with friends or a low-key date. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-40 per person on food and drinks.
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.
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.
Outdoors
Forest Field Park
Forest Field Park is a good option for a free, relaxed outdoor activity for families or solo outings. Expect to spend 1-2 hours walking trails and enjoying nature.
Outdoors
Oak Grove Park
Oak Grove Park is a free outdoor space ideal for a relaxed family outing or solo walk, perfect for a few hours on a nice day. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a stop on a longer weekend adventure.
Outdoors
Owen's Place Park
Owen's Place Park is suitable for a free outdoor activity lasting 1-2 hours, perfect for families or a relaxed solo walk. It pairs well with a picnic or a stop before/after other local errands.
Outdoors
Activity Center Park
This park is suitable for a casual family outing or a solo active break, offering playgrounds, a splash pad (seasonal), and pickleball courts. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and it is free to enter, though food trucks might be present.
Oregon
Yellow Cab Tavern
Yellow Cab Tavern is a good spot for an evening outing to catch live music or an event, pairing well with a casual dinner beforehand. Expect to spend $10-30 per person for drinks and a potential cover charge, typically staying for 2-3 hours.
Nightlife
JD Legends Entertainment Complex
JD Legends is a large entertainment complex suitable for an evening of bowling, live music, or casual dining. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $25-60 per person for food, drinks, and activities.
Downtown
Two Social
Two Social is suitable for a casual evening out with friends, enjoying drinks and arcade games. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for drinks and some entertainment.
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.
Nightlife
Good Time Charlie's - Miamisburg
This bar is suitable for an evening out for drinks, live music, or karaoke, often combined with a meal nearby. Expect to spend 2-4 hours and $15-40 per person.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 60 of the 111 analyzed Dayton places fit live music.
- 32% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 42% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Adventurous, Upscale, Scenic.
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