Highest-rated restaurants in Dayton, according to Tripadvisor
With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Dayton using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.
#30. Fifth Street Brew Pub
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1600 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45403-2304
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#29. Century Bar
- Detailed ratings: Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: $$ - $$$
- Price: not available
- Address: 10 S Jefferson St, Dayton, OH 45402-2003
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#28. Spaghetti Warehouse
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 36 W 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402-2310
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#27. The Paragon Supper Club
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 797 Miamisburg Centerville Rd., Dayton, OH 45459
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#26. First Watch
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2824 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton, OH 45459-3748
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#25. Redlands Grill by J.Alexander's
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7970 Washington Village Dr, Dayton, OH 45459-3820
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#24. Coco's Bistro
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fusion
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 250 Warren St, Dayton, OH 45402-2804
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#23. Roost Modern Italian
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 524 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402-2914
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#22. Slyder's Tavern
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $
- Address: 836 Watervliet Ave, Dayton, OH 45420-2714
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#21. Dewberry 1850
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1414 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45409-2105
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#20. The Chop House
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7727 Washington Village Dr, Dayton, OH 45459-3954
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#19. Amber Rose Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: German, Polish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1400 Valley St, Dayton, OH 45404
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#18. Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2812 Miamisburg Centerville Rd Dayton Mall, Dayton, OH 45459-3748
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#17. Jay's Seafood Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 225 E 6th St, Dayton, OH 45402-2836
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#16. Troni's Italian Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1314 E Dorothy Ln., Dayton, OH 45419
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#15. Joe's Pizzeria
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Pizza
- Price: $
- Address: 4313 Airway Rd, Dayton, OH 45431-1327
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#14. Bonefish Grill
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2818 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton, OH 45459-3748
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#13. Flemings Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 4432 Walnut Street, Dayton, OH 45440
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#12. Lily's Dayton
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 329 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402-2909
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#11. Dublin Pub
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Irish, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 300 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH 45410-1116
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#10. Pine Club
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1926 Brown St, Dayton, OH 45409-2411
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#9. Carillon Brewing Co
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: German, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, OH 45409-2023
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#8. Jimmie's Ladder 11
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 936 Brown St, Dayton, OH 45409-2912
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#7. Pasha Grill
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Turkish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 72 Plum St, Dayton, OH 45440-1376
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#6. Oakwood Club
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2414 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45419-1501
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#5. Thai Nine
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Sushi, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 11 Brown St, Dayton, OH 45402-2826
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#4. Wheat Penny Oven and Bar
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 515 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH 45410-1119
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#3. Meadowlark Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5531 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429-2225
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#2. Salar Restaurant and Lounge
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Peruvian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 400 E 5th St # 410, Dayton, OH 45402-2962
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#1. Dewey's Pizza
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 131 Jasper St, Dayton, OH 45409-2840
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