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National Elite

Oregon District Restaurant Wins National Recognition

July 2, 2018 By Lisa Grigsby

The Trolley Stop has been recognized as one of the 10 best restaurants in Ohio by National Elite. This invitation only organization of renowned restaurants, top chefs and professionals mission is to recognize and reward the country’s top industry leaders.

According to their website “Each National Elite Awarded restaurant demonstrates the successful combination of the following:

Flavorful Dishes – National Elite Awarded restaurants serve flavorful and creative dishes.  Our Awarded restaurants have thoughtful menus that take patrons on delicious culinary journeys.

Attention to Detail – Our Awarded restaurants are the best for a reason, they pay attention to detail, they care about exciting and satisfying patrons, and they take pride in their plating and presentation.  A little meticulousness goes a long way and sets our award recipients a step above the rest.

Dedication & Passion – Our award recipients, comprised of first-class executive chefs and successful restaurateurs, have the finest skills and unparalleled dedication.  They take pride in serving culinary classics and pushing the envelope in developing and utilizing new techniques to delight our palates.

Patron Satisfaction – Consumer feedback is important.  Your favorite chefs at our Awarded restaurants listen and execute what you like, just how you like it.  Our Awarded restaurants take patron satisfaction seriously and maintain top consumer ratings and reviews.”

The Top 10 winners for our state are:

You can decide for yourself by dining at the Trolley Stop in the Oregon District.

Chef Rae Rosbaugh has been raising the quality and variety on the menu and recently introduced a new menu and here are some of the  highlights:

 SALADS:

NEW– Trolley Berry Salad Green Salad mix, mixed Berries, candied Pecans, and Lemon Vinaigrette *GF, DF, Vegetarian $8/

Other existing salad options:

House Salad Green Salad Mix, Tomatoes, Peppers, Cucumbers, & shredded Cheese *Vegetarian. $4.5

Mediterranean Salad Green Salad Mix, Peppers, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Feta Cheese, and crispy Garbanzo Beans *Vegetarian . $8

Santa Fe Salad Green Salad Mix, Avocado, Corn Salsa, Tomatoes, Peppers, Onions, Black Beans, and shredded Cheese *Vegetarian . $8

 

APPETIZERS:
Saag-n-Naan 
Indian-inspired flavors create the best Spinach dip you’ve ever had!  Creamy and delicious, served with warm Naan *Vegetarian  $8

Seared Ahi Tuna with Sriracha Mayo *GF, DF $9

Hummus & Vegetables Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, served with seasonal Vegetables
*GF, DF, Vegan $7     add Flatbread  $8

 

Falafel Cakes Grilled Chickpea patties with Flatbread & Tzatziki Sauce or Hummus *GF, Vegetarian.  $7.5

Macho Nachos Tortilla Chips with KJB Farms Chorizo, Queso, Black Beans, Corn Salsa, and sliced Jalapenos, served with Salsa & Sour Cream *GF  $8

Meat & Cheese Board A selection of Meats, Cheese, & Crackers, garnished with marinated Olives $10

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs That’s right, Chicken Meatballs tossed in Frank’s Red Hot with a Ranch Zigzag, and Celery tidbits ……………………….… $8

SIGNATURE DISHES: 

NEW– Pineapple Fried Rice Jasmine Rice fried up  with Pineapple, Peppers, Onions, Egg, and Ginger  Teriyaki Sauce. *GF, Vegetarian   $9

Add Seitan $11, or Chicken  $13

Springtime Veggie Bowl Back by popular demand! Sautéed Asparagus, Onion, Peppers, Mushrooms, & Garbanzo beans in Lemon Vinaigrette. Served with Quinoa *Vegetarian $9
Add Seitan ($11) or Chicken $13

BBQ Seitan Plate Grilled Seitan smothered in Trolley Stop’s vegan BBQ Sauce. Served with Coleslaw, Pickles, Spicy Mayo,  Chips and Herbie Dip *Vegetarian $8

Fish Tacos Mexi-spiced Mahi mahi, Corn & Black Bean Pico, shredded Cabbage & roasted Poblano Crema, served with Jasmine Rice or Tortilla Chips & Salsa  $12

Pork Carnitas Tacos slow-cooked KJB Farms Pork Shoulder, pickled Radishes, shaved Cabbage, Cilantro, and Avocado Salsa Verde, served with Jasmine Rice or Tortilla Chips & Salsa  $10

The brunch menu is served Saturday and Sunday from 11am – 2pm and two new waffles have been added to the menu:

Whimsical Waffles

NEW– Sadie Marma-ladie Waffle *Vegetarian Blueberry IPA cornbread waffle topped with orange marmalade, and whipped cream  $8

NEW– Mexi-Cali Sally Waffle:  KJB Farms chorizo, Trolley corn salsa, and cheddar cheese mixed into IPA cornbread waffle! Topped with homemade spicy tomato jam  $9

NEW  Mean Green Toast  (Vegan) Wheat Toast, topped with Avocado, Cucumber, Sprouts and Sunflower seeds, drizzled with Olive Oil, and served with fruit  $8

NEW  Sugar, Spice & Everything Nice Toast Wheat Toast topped with Cookie butter, Bananas,

Of course there are plenty more options on the menu including grass-fed beef burgers, soups and sandwiches and don’t forget  Spaghetti Tuesday–  a Plate of Pasta, with Meat or Tomato Sauce and Side Salad & Garlic Bread after 5 pm every Tuesday for just $8

Trolley Stop is located at 530 E. Fifth Street in the Oregon District.

Kitchen Hours:

Monday – Thursday 11 am – 10 pm 

Friday & Saturday 11 am – 11 pm

Sunday 11 am – 9 pm

HAPPY HOUR Everyday – 50% off Appetizers 4-7 pm

 

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: National Elite, Oregon District, Rae Rosbaugh, trolley stop

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