Owner Yaqin Jing and her husband, Zeng Siong will be opening Five Grains Noodle House in the spot that once housed Chop Suey Carry out on Dorothy Lane. And while they both featured Chinese cuisine, the food that will served at the Noodle House is very much authentic Chinese cuisine centered around soup bowls. The couple ran 4 restaurants in the south of China and when they moved to Dayton they have a desire to share the food they grew up on with our community.
The menu is built around the five different noodles, each representing a different grain. Rice, corn, peas, wheat and sorghum combined with proteins that include fish, beef, pork and chicken, as well as some additional options. They mentioned that sourcing ingredients has been a little more challenging as well as expensive compared to what they had back home in China.
Here’s a look at the menu:
The owners mother Chunyun Zhou was there cooking when I visited before their opening. She insisted on making me a bowl of soup. She choose #3 on the top list- the Five Grain Noodle soup with fish and tofu. Served on the side were fried yellow peas, which I was encouraged to put in the soup and added a nice texture to the dish. The Chinese writing on the bowl says Five Grains Noodle House. While the Chinese eat this dish with chopsticks, I used a fork and the soup spoon to attack this bowl.
Guest can customize the spice level of their bowl, which will be built using Pepper oil or several kinds of peppers to bring the heat.
The dining room seats about 48 guests, and the owners expect to do a lot of carry-out. They spent about 3 months remodeling the interior and it has a clean crisp feel to it.
1465 E. Dorothy Lane
Kettering, OH 45429
937-294-7111
Open 7 days a week:
11:00 am to 9:00 pm
2023 saw some long time local Dayton favorites like Tanks, Chop Suey Carryout* and Carmel’s close their doors. But chains weren’t immune to closing either. CoreLife Eatery, the Long John Silver’s in Springboro, 
Smoothies in Moraine, Salsas Mexican Restaurant* in Riverside, Joe Mama’s Taste of Dayton*, Ms Bettys Kitchen*, Oh Crêpe in Troy- (though they’ve said they’ll still operate their food tuck), Sunnu Grill with their Senegalese cuisine and Sweet Tooth just couldn’t survive in a climate of increasing prices on products and a tough hiring market.
Some closings came as a surprise, like Twist Cupcakery*- who’s owner was ready to move on to a new challenge, Mamaw’s Bakery- which was opened as a pilot and owner Mendy Williams decided the return just wasn’t worth the time invested. Flyboy Deli downtown closed due to the owners health struggles and Jaqua’s at The Green closed down soon after the owner’s death. Carmen’s Deli closed down due to lack of downtown business as did Third Perk, first at Gem City Market and then their downtown location.
The Bar & Bistro at Top of the Market decided to turn their venue into rentals, Zen Lounge* closed as Press Coffee Bar* Belmont.
Are you planning to dine out on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day? Look no further! We have a range of dining options available to make your Christmas celebrations special. Make your reservations now as many of these will book up quickly. And of course remember to tip big to show your appreciation for those working the holiday. We’ll keep adding to this list as hear from more restaurants.
Bright Moon Buffet
, Wash Twsp | (937) 999-4545
215 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs |
We decided to share the cheese plate:
You don’t have to be a patient at Kettering Medical Center to get this famed carrot cake. People have been talking about it for years:
People from the community began ordering their carrot cakes. You can pickup a slice in the cafeteria for $4.50 or with 48 hours notice order an entire cake, which feeds 16 people for $26. To order call the main hospital number 
The holiday season is just around the corner and if you’re looking for a perfect gift for the food lovers in your life, we’ve got you covered. We have scoured the web and found some of the best deals on restaurant gift cards. With these deals, you can give the gift of a delicious meal and even get a little bonus gift for yourself. Whether it’s a casual dining experience or a fancy night out, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on these amazing deals and make your loved ones’ holiday season even more special. Locally owned businesses are in red.
Are you ready to rock in the new year? Look no further than these New Year’s Eve party options! Enjoy a night of music, dancing, and fun as we bid farewell to the old year and welcome in the new one. But that’s not all – we also offer delicious dinner options to close out the year. . Choose from a variety of mouth-watering dishes that will satisfy any palate. So gather your friends and family, put on your dancing shoes, and get ready for a night you’ll never forget welcoming in 2024! We’ll continue to add to this guide, so check back often!
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