Dayton · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Restaurants in Dayton

Discover the best restaurants in Dayton. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best restaurants in Dayton

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Dublin Pub

Discover Dublin Pub: A delightful Irish gastropub in Dayton offering authentic cuisine and a lively atmosphere for all visitors.

300 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH 45410
4.5 Excellent 3,610 reviews
ohio/dayton/restaurant/rip-rap-roadhouse

Rip Rap Roadhouse

Discover delicious American cuisine paired with live music at Rip Rap Roadhouse in Dayton – where flavor meets fun!

6024 Rip Rap Rd, Dayton, OH 45424
4.5 Excellent 2,296 reviews
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Spaghetti Warehouse

Experience authentic Italian cuisine in the heart of Dayton at Spaghetti Warehouse - where every dish is crafted with love.

36 W 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
4.1 Very Good 4,117 reviews
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Old Scratch Pizza & Beer

Experience unique handcrafted pizzas and an extensive beer selection at Old Scratch Pizza & Beer in Dayton - a culinary delight not to be missed.

812 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45402
4.6 Excellent 3,178 reviews
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Salar Restaurant and Lounge

Discover the exquisite flavors of Peru at Salar Restaurant and Lounge in Dayton—where every dish tells a story.

400 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
4.6 Excellent 1,144 reviews
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Lily's Dayton

Experience innovative New American cuisine with refreshing cocktails at Lily's Dayton in Ohio's vibrant Oregon District.

329 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
4.5 Excellent 1,362 reviews
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Jimmie's Ladder 11

Experience delightful flavors at Jimmie's Ladder 11 in Dayton - where great food meets exceptional service in a welcoming atmosphere.

936 Brown St, Dayton, OH 45409
4.4 Very Good 2,745 reviews
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Table 33

Experience fresh flavors at Table 33 - Dayton's premier organic restaurant offering seasonal dishes crafted from local ingredients.

130 W 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402
4.5 Excellent 961 reviews
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Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse

Discover Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse: where delicious gastropub dishes meet vibrant nightlife in Dayton's charming Oregon district.

216 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
4.2 Very Good 2,054 reviews
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Smokey Bones Dayton

Discover the vibrant flavors of American barbecue at Smokey Bones Dayton - where every meal is a celebration!

6744 Miller Ln, Dayton, OH 45414
4.3 Very Good 6,269 reviews

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