Things to do in Dayton | Restaurants, Theatre, Music and More
Bellbrook’s favorite breakfast spot, The Blue Berry Cafe, now has a private room that can be booked for parties of up to 20. You can host a breakfast or lunch, a business meeting or even a baby or wedding shower.
The “Blue” Room as they are calling it can be booked by calling the Cafe at 937-848-5900. We bet you can even ask for the Muffin Man to make an appearance at your event!
Here are the booking details:
Bessies Homemade Noodles have been a staple at area festivals for years. Do you recognize this booth set up from OktoberFest, Celtic Fest, or the Beavercreek Popcorn Festival?
Or maybe you’ve picked them up in the frozen cases at Kroger or Dorothy Lane Market or your local grocery store. Bessie was owner Monica Easterling’s great-grandmother. She passed away more than a 35 years ago, but she remembers learning to make the egg noodles by her side using the simple recipe of flour, water, eggs and “foo-foo dust,” as Monica calls the secret seasoning that makes Bessie’s so popular.
But now they are launching something completely new- a deli! Now in the soft opening stage, you can pop into their store on Broad Street in Fairborn from 9am – 3pm this week. Then they will evaluate their process and set up, tweak anything that needs improving and announce their grand opening. Owner Monica Easterling and her husband bought the building two years ago to use for manufacturing, but the front had previously been set up as a butcher shop and kept thinking about opening the shop, but Covid slowed the process.
The deli will feature Amish Farms Chicken, Walnut Creek Amish meats like pork chops strip steaks and crab cakes. Bowman and Landes turkey products, Bake House breads, and house made dips, and salads and Boston Stoker Coffee beans.
For those with a sweet tooth, you’ll be able to get Killer Brownies and Hershey’s hand dipped ice cream. Fresh local honey, Mrs. Miller’s Homemade Jams and so many other goodies.
This truly is a family business with owners Matt and Monica are hands on and their daughter actually work in the business with Monica’s mom handles much of the labeling.
1476 N Broad St.
Fairborn, OH 45324
(937) 307-7085
The deli is for pick up and carry out and is not set up for any dining.
The Silver Slipper describe themselves as “a natural-focused wine bar with small plates, booze, and Miller Lite, always.” It’s been a long time coming for this Wayne Ave spot. Lorelei Fink and Simon Gifford took over the building in 2019 doing extensive renovations. They held a few private dinners and pop-up oysterfests in the parking lot and then COVID. But they are finally ready to open the doors and welcome that masses!
They’ll be open Thursday- Sunday from 5pm – 1am serving up fine wines, oysters and house marinated olives, with plans to add charcuterie, salads and even some fish dishes to the menu. According to the website wines are $7/glass and they have mocktails and Miller Lite. We’re not sure what the affection for Miller Lite is, but it seems to recur frequently in their promotional posts on social media.
Should have taken the picture before the oysters were eaten.
No reservations are taken and nor is their a dress code, they stress they are a really casual bar. So plan on bellying up to the bar, enjoy some wine or bubbly with your oysters and tell them DaytonDining sent you!
friend during his visit to the states.
With a new owner, new chef and a revamped dining room, Corner Kitchen announced via their Facebook page today the grand reopening will be Friday, February 18th! They are describing it as a “modern take on steak and seafood immersed in our newly renovated bistro space. This Experience a new aesthetic and taste the eclectic with the incredible flavors of our chef-driven menu.”
Dinner service will be offered Wednesday through Sunday with a late night bar menu on Friday and Saturday evenings. Weekend brunch will be unveiled later in the month. Reservations available to make NOW for two nights of preview dining on Saturday, February 12th and Monday, February 14th. No menu has been posted yet, please stay tuned for more info.
Corner Kitchen
613 E 5th St Dayton,
OH 45402
(937) 719-0999
The fact that Dayton was recognized on the Travelocity list of 25 Most Giving Cities in the U.S. is no surprise to us at Dayton937.com. Having put together the most comprehensive list of charity events in the region for the last 13 years, we’ve seen how many people are willing to give back and help others in this community. We’ve got a list of area fish fry’s that make a difference to so many and each week, Old Scratch Pizza has Cones for a Cause Program that has raised over $30,000 dollars for area charity’s in the past year and Warped Wing Brewery, Dewey’s and Milano’s, are just a couple of the local businesses that have established fundraising programs.
It’s hard to choose which events to support each month, but here are suggestions for February Fundraisers:
Join Friends of SICSA for their annual Bark n’ Bling at SICSA Pet
Adoption & Wellness Center! The event will take place in the Humane Education Center each day.
With your ticket booklet you’ll have a coupon to get up to 3 donuts from each participating vendor from Feb 11-Feb 21. Each vendor’s page will list hours for their business so you can plan your adventure. Participating vendors”
Ashley’s Pastry Shop, Bear Creek Donuts, Donut Palace, Duck Donuts, Evans Bakery
Glazed Donut Eatery, Hole N One Donuts, Jim’s Donut Shop, Stan, The Donut Man
The Donut Haus Bakery, The Neighborhood Nest
Proceeds benefit Miami Valley Meals, which recovers and transforms donated food to provide bulk meals to organizations that feed the hungry in our community.
Thousands of undie runners in cities all across the U.S. come together, whether it be in-person or virtually, to support those affected by NF, a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body and affects 1 in every 3,000 births. Cupid’s Undie Run kicks off with drinking and dancing, then we jog it out with a mile(ish) run and end it all with an epic dance party!
Due to the overwhelming generosity of our donors over the past two years, we are having a second Book Fair in 2022! We’ll have a smaller amount of books this time (no media, puzzles or games) and they are unsearched and unsorted! This will mean a less complicated setup for us and more of a treasure hunt for book shoppers!
Join the Greater Dayton LGBT Center at thisAnnual “Bowling For Pride” Fundraiser on February 26th!
Game 1 ~ 8 to Eat, Game 2 ~ Bingo Bowl, Game 3 ~ Garbage Bowl. Rainbow Strike Jackpot $100.00.
$20 each bowler includes shoes. But bring money for the raffle – over 100 prizes up for grabs!
For more charity fundraisers around town, check our Dayton937.com calendar.
Jubie’s Creamery in Fairborn will be opening early on Sat, Feb 5th, beginning at 9am, for their Ice Cream for Breakfast Celebration. The holiday, originally created in the 1960’s is celebrated the first Saturday in February each year to prove that you can eat ice cream at any time of the year, any time of the day, and on any occasion.
Feel free to wear your pajama’s into the store to get one of their sweet treats. A portion of all items sold between 9am and 1pm will be donated back to the Fairborn YMCA.
The creamery will then remain open throughout its usual hours (1-9 p.m.) with its regular menu after the event.
471 W Dayton-Yellow Springs Road
Fairborn, OH 45324
(937) 874-5391
Open 7 days a week 1pm- 9pm
Bubbakoo’s Burritos opened its first restaurant in Point Pleasant, New Jersey in 2008. Their burrito concept serves up fresh, made-to-order food, that is affordable for kids, families and seniors. The company is quite community minded, offering fundraising opportunities, a Read it to Eat it Program that encourages students to read five books to earn a free meal. They also offer catering with a build your own taco option, burrito trays and more.
Their first Miami Valley eatery at 5810 Wilmington Pike in Centerville opened this past September. Construction has begun next to Cassano’s in Springboro’s Wright Station and the location is projected to open in March of 2022.
Here’s the info we shared when the Centerville eatery opened and some pictures of that one:
You can create your own Burritos, bowl or quesadilla at this fast casual eatery, building from their menu with plenty of choices to keep it fresh every time!
There are also plenty of side to choose from and make sure and save some room for fried Oreos for dessert!
Created last year as a pandemic safe event, here we are again still dealing with Covid, so Planned2Give is bringing back The Dayton Donut Fest on Tour for a second year. Kicking off Feb 11th, ticket buyers will have 11 days to visit the 11 participating donut shops and pick up sweet treats. Buy your tickets online and they will be mailed to you, so order them now to make sure they get to you in time. Tips from festival veterans last year include arriving early- the best flavors sell out quickly. Get a box and collect several donuts for a taste test later at home and finally remember, you don’t have to eat them all at once- you can spread your visits out. Festival goers are encouraged to share pictures of their adventure using the hashtag #DaytonDonutFest and there will be prizes for the favorites.
With your ticket booklet you’ll have a coupon to get up to 3 donuts from each participating vendor from Feb 11-Feb 21. Each vendor’s page will list hours for their business so you can plan your adventure.
Confirmed Participants:
Ashley’s Pastry Shop
21 Park Ave Dayton, Oakwood
Satisfying our sweet tooth for over 30 years, owner Theresa Hammons is always trying new flavors, but we have to tell you her apple fritters were a huge hit amongst festival goers last year.
80 S. Main Street, Miamisburg
Owner Ryan Tripp worked at the Springboro Donut Haus while growing up and then went out on his own to open this shop in downtown Miamisburg. He then went back and bought the Donut Haus a few years later.
5264 Salem Ave, Dayton
5115 Old Troy Pike, Huber Heights
Since 1971, the Donut Palace has combined your classic donut shop. WCheck out their peanut butter glazed, cream-filled eclairs or apple fritters.
1200 Brown Street Suite 115 Dayton
Your visit here starts with a freshly baked hot vanilla cake donut and then you pick your toppings. Glaze it, cover it in sprinkles or ice it in salted caramel or raspberry- it’s truly a custom donut.
700 Troy St Dayton
Second generation bakery owner Jennifer Evans puts some amazing flavors into her donuts. Try the Coconut curry cake donuts (pictured below) or their butterscotch cake donuts.
607 North Detroit Street, Xenia
Opened during the pandemic in the summer of 2021 Glazed has been a big hit in Xenia.. Owner Clay Fillinger worked in the donut business while he was a firefighter. Now he’s into creating tasty donuts full time, like the one pictured below: Do’nut Go Bacon My Heart
2739 West Alex Bell Road, Moraine
122 E National Rd, Vandalia
Serving up donuts since the 1950’s Jim’s has 22 cake donuts alone and 40 varieties in all.
Stan, The Donut Man
1441 Wilmington Ave, Kettering
There’s nothing fancy about it, but for over 50 years Daytonians have been stopping here to pick up a dozen.
305 W Central Ave Springboro
The Donut Haus Bakery has been offering delicious classics for over three decades and is open 24 hours to fulfill your cravings!
313 W. Main St. Fairborn
Offering delicious gluten-free/allergy friendly and KETO baked goods.
Proceeds benefit Miami Valley Meals, which is a chef-led effort to recover donated food and transform it into prepared meals for distribution through organizations serving the hungry. Their unique model allows them to intercept food that would otherwise be wasted, and redistribute it to those in need throughout the community. Since the project’s inception in March 2020, they have served 283,000 free meals through 72 partnering organizations across 34 zip codes. Learn more about them.
The last week of January has been designated Restaurant Week since 2005. Running through January 3oth, local eateries offering 3 course meal deals starting at $20.22. Over the years, price points have stretched to $25.22 and $35.22. This year a couple of restaurants are blowing the roof off the pricing with Roost offering a 10oz New York Strip meal at $42.22. and Smith’s Boathouse has a Filet Mignon* & Scallops dinner for 52.22. On the other end of the budget, Bunkers is offering dinner for 2 at $20.22 and $25.22, while Nick’s has dinner for 2 at 2 For $ 32.22. Meadowlark is offering a twist by offering a brunch for dinner menu. You can check all menu’s and hours here.
Please pay attention to the days and hours of each restaurant. The pandemic has limited days open for many. You’ll also find many restaurants are offering these pre fixe specials for carry out. Also be aware that menu’s may change based on availability and reservations are often suggested.
Participating Restaurants Include:
Basil’s on Market Menu at all 3 locations
Amber Rose
Backwater Voodoo*
Basil’s on Market- all 3 locations
Buckhorn Tavern
Bunkers Sports Bar & Grill
Carvers Steaks & Chops
Chappys Social House
Coco’s Bistro
elé Bistro & Wine Bar
Figlio
Firebirds
Francos Italian Restaurant
Hickory River Smokehouse
Jay’s Seafood
Jollity*
Meadowlark
Nick’s Restaurant
Pasha Grill
Rip Rap Roadhouse
Roost Modern Italian
Smith’s Boathouse
The Chop House
The Florentine
Top of the Market*
Watermark
Wheat Penny Oven and Bar
*first time participants
Lindsay, founder of Maraluna
The newest store in the Shops of Oakwood , Maraluna, officially opens today, having moved from 6 years in its location in Troy . Owner Lindsay says she created Maraluna back in 2015 out of a love for the beautiful handmade goods she discovered while volunteering and studying abroad.
2504 Far Hills Avenue
Oakwood, Ohio 45419
+1 937-552-9466
Hours:
Monday – Sat: 10am – 6pm
Sunday Closed
Fraze Pavilion has just announced that Multi-platinum selling and award-winning artist Travis Tritt will appear at the Kettering amphitheater on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 8pm. Fans will have the opportunity to experience a special concert featuring Tritt and his band performing songs off his new album, Set In Stone, and some of his biggest hits, including “Anymore,” “T-R-O-U-B-L-E,” “It’s A Great Day to Be Alive,” and “Best of Intentions.”
Last year, Tritt released Set In Stone, his first original full-length studio album in over a decade. The Grammy winner delivers the quintessential Travis Tritt sound with a touch of Americana and Roots on the album. He pays homage to all sides of his musical personality along with the trademarks of his originality. The Grand Ole Opry member will bring his award-winning songs to life and leave the audience with a memorable experience.
Also appearing on the show, The Desert City Ramblers. The sound of The Desert City Ramblers combines a gritty Southern rock edge and blistering musicianship with the kind of compelling storytelling that is the foundation of old school country music.
Comprising this musical effort are lead singer and former Top 10 solo artist Brian McComas, guitarist Scotty Bratcher, keyboard player Andy Smith, bassist Kieran Cronley, drummer Matt Salvo and guitarist Bart Walker (who also plays in Hank Williams Jr.’s band).
TICKETS GO ON SALE 1/22 at 10AM
Tickets $37 to $60*
(Limit 4 tickets per person on first day of sale)
Originally from Detroit, Jade moved to the Butler County area 10 years ago, and started her business in 2018 on Yankee Road, where she set up tents and cooked outside to serve the Middletown community with her homemade meals. “Growing up with my Grandmother, she taught me everything. I still remember her recipes, but as I got older, I started making my own recipes,” Jade says. “I still use her recipes daily because she was the best.” Mz. Jade’s Soul Food Cafe then moved to the Middletown’s Pendleton Art Center and then to Murphy’s Landing.
Now she’s moved the business again to its new home in the former Gracie’s at 1131 Central Ave. Mz. Jade says she’s “excited to finally have a fully loaded soul food restaurant and a liquor license.” The business is indeed a family business with her sister serving as the bar manager and her son and fiancee in the kitchen. The menu is packed with soul food favorites including greens, smothered pork chops, catfish and oxtails. But if you can only try one thing, Mz Jade say’s “don’t miss the meatloaf. You can have it smothered in gravy, bbq sauce or plain, but like everything else on her menu it’s made with love. She says she learned that from her grandmother and she’s proud of the comfort food she’s serving, just like she got growing up at her grandmother’s table.
On the weekend Mz. Jade offers a special extensive seafood menu, but she shared with us you can get their three seafood boils any night of the week when you dine in.
Once she settles into the new space she’s also thinking of adding a Southern brunch on Sunday that will feature fish and grits, salmon patties and more.
1131 Central Ave
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 571-1150
Hours:
Godspell was the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award® winner, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Children of Eden), and it took the world by storm after opening on Broadway in 1971.
With help from his friends, Jesus Christ tells different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and a hefty doses of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs is employed as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage.
Jesus’ message of kindness and love comes vibrantly to life in this revision from the hit 2011-2012 Broadway revival which masterfully injects the story with contemporary references and dazzling new music arrangements.
Feb 11- 21
