I am always on the hunt for a great brunch spot. This weekend we found a gem. Tucked in a shopping plaza in Troy, just a short drive from downtown Dayton is redBERRY. Its name gives homage to the love of the red berry in Troy, home to the Strawberry Festival. I was in Sidney for work, and was just driving back home and googled places for brunch near me. redBERRY came up in the search and I am so glad it did. There was a short wait when we arrived so we added our name to the list and started looking over the menu. Things seemed just too good to be true. This is a very diverse menu. Everything from typical breakfast items to great sandwiches a salads. Bloody Mary’s and even a Mimosa flight. Well, I knew where I was starting!
We we taken to a booth and offered drinks. We chose the Mimosa Flight – which included traditional orange, pineapple, cranberry and grapefruit. They come served in mini mason jars with a garnish and clearly labeled. Not only is it a cute offering – it’s delicious. We also ordered a starter of the skillet cinnamon roll. I have said for years that I’ve never met a cinnamon roll that I didn’t like. However, my favorite cinnamon roll comes from Ann Sather’s in Chicago…this certainly gave Ann a run for her money. Full of flavor, perfectly cooked in the iron skillet and topped with homemade vanilla bean cream cheese frosting (yes you can see the vanilla in the icing). Let’s just say, I would go back for the cinnamon roll alone!
We then ordered our brunch. While there were so many options it was hard to choose. We had to try the pancake charcuterie board. It is enough for two or maybe three people to share. It included healthy options like berries, fruit and nuts. It also included silver dollar pancakes, sausage and bacon, fried eggs, and toppings (peanut butter, syrup, jam). This was a culinary delight.
Other menu options include things like: Grilled PBBB&J – mini masterpieces of peanut butter, redBERRY jam, sliced banana, bacon with local honey on toasted wheat bread. Hangover Chips – kettle chips covered with sausage gravy, bacon, red onion, pepper, american cheese and topped with two over easy eggs. Chicken and Waffles, Omelettes, Skillets, Three different Benedicts, Brisket and Eggs, redBERRY parfait and even Avacado Toast. There drink menu has mimosas, a redBERRY mary, and even Happy Coffee.
redBERRY is busy and clearly popular with the locals. However, this not so local guy will be back! Take the short drive to Troy…it’s worth it!
