I first met Xtine Brean when I was arranging Food Truck Rally’s downtown Dayton at the old Chin’s Cafe. She was working from a pop up tent, creating some really flavorful food that just happened to be Vegan. Her goal at that time was to open a food truck. Thus was born the Om Nom Mobile Cafe

She just recently announced that she’s partnered up with fellow vegans Molly Blackshear and her mother Cathy Mong to bring her longtime dream to life an actual vegan restaurant.  On Sat, September 5th they will open Cafe 1610 in the District Provisions building.  They’ve signed a short term 4 month lease to work out of the Glasz Bleu Oven space and will use that time to see if the Miami Valley is ready to support an all vegan eatery. If all goes well, they will build out their own space in the building.  When asked about the origin of the name, Xtine explained when she put all 3 of the owners names into roman numerals it added up to 1610.

 

The ladies behind

Cafe 1610.

 

 

 

 

Xtine says she’s been polling the Dayton market for years to see if they are ready for a vegan eatery.  During the Pandemic she was doing carryout from her home and that it was a steady level of business and that things have just aligned to make this the right time.  Her partner Molly will handle the front of the house, Cathy is in charge of the delivery service and Xitne will use her years of experience to run the back of the house. She knows she has a following of vegan customers, but she is really looking forward to feeding those that who don’t know how flavorful and nutritious it can be.

“Most folks eat from six different animals, chicken, fish, steak, lamb, pork, turkey. There are 1000’s of edible plants, each with it’s own flavor and different nutrients. I want those people that don’t think about that to be excited to try my food,” Xtine shares. “We know we have a loyal following of vegans who’ve been eating our food for years, now we want to see if we can expand to serving their friends and family as well.””

Asking about signature items, Xtine shares that her Bionico Fruit Salad and her Breakfast Taco’s are probably her most requested items. “In looking over our initial menu over 70% is gluten free and about 40% is soy free,” Xtine shares. Most meals run in the $10-$12 range so our food will be affordable and we know it travels well.

They are working on lining up a local coffee supplier and deciding on bottled juices and other beverage that will pair well with the food.  Perhaps even a kombucha.

Here’s a peak at their opening menu:

They will also have an in-house baker, Chloe of Krisxmoon Bakery will be making danish, croissants, muffins and cookies for Cafe 1610.  You may have tasted her all vegan treats at Glo Juice Bar or at some of the area farmers markets. This opportunity will allow her to expand from her licensed home kitchen to a larger commercial oven.

All orders from Cafe 1610 will beserved to go in biodegradable packaging, allowing you to explore the Grist Provisions stores or take your food outside.  Delivery will be available within 12 miles of their location for a $5 fee.

521 Wayne Ave,
Dayton, OH 45410

937-815-1610

Hours:

Wed – Fri 8am -2 pm

Sat & Sun 10am – 4pm

Sun nights 5-9pm – with rotating Chefs showcasing Vegan cuisine