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Outdoor Dining at Over 70 Local Restaurants

March 16, 2022 By Lisa Grigsby

Wanting to enjoy the great weather by cocktailing or dining outdoors in the Miami Valley?  Check out this  great list of patios to choose from.   If you know of one we’ve missed, drop us an email.

A Taste of Wine 

90 South Main Street, Miamisburg | (937) 247-1120

A great and unique atmosphere for you to enjoy specialty wine and craft beers on our fantastic spacious patio! You are welcome to grab food from TJ Chumps, Bennett’s Publical or one of the other neighboring eateries to enjoy with their wine.

Backwater Voodoo

103 S 2nd Street Miamisburg, OH 45342     (937) 949-0522

Authentic tiki cocktails, served alongside a fantastic Creole-inflected food menu in a New Orleans-themed venue.  Patio share with Watermark.

 

Bargo’s

588 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Centerville | (937) 433-2500
Freshly remodeled last spring this large patio will hold many guest, even socially distanced at 6 feet apart.  Bonus- the bar reached out to the patio.

Bennett’s Publical

67 S Main St Miamisburg  | (937) 866-4200

You can’t really see this patio as it’s located behind the restaurant and hidden by a big fence for privacy.

Blind Bob’s

430 E. 5th St., Dayton | (937) 938-6405

This Oregon District business is best known for live music, but don’t miss out on their overstuffed burgers, pickle soup, with great people watching from their small patio.

Brixx Ice Company

500 East First Street, Dayton | (937) 222-2257

Great views of Fifth Third field and just 1000 yards from Riverscape it’s the perfect place to enjoy the weather. 10 outdoor beer taps make the service speedy and they even have racks for your bike if you’re on 2 wheels.  Lots of live music and daily food and beer specials make this a patio worth checking out!

Great views of Fifth Third field and just 1000 yards from Riverscape it’s the perfect place to enjoy the weather. 10 outdoor beer taps make the service speedy and they even have racks for your bike if you’re on 2 wheels.  Lots of live music and daily food and beer specials make this a patio worth checking out!

 

Calypso Grill and Smokehouse

1535 Xenia Avenue,  Yellow Springs      (937) 767-9000

Authentic Latin-Caribbean cuisine. Jerk Chicken, Empanandas, fried plantains and more! Owned and operated from the same team that brings you the Sunrise Cafe!

Carmel’s Bar & Grill

1025 Shroyer Road, Dayton | (937) 294-1261

Enjoy a Bob-a-Rita (named after the owner) and some great tex-mex food on the friendliest patio in the area.


 

Carver’s

1535 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Centerville | (937) 433-7099

One of Dayton’s best steakhouses has a small patio you can enjoy a great meal, or just cocktails and appetizers al fresco. Reservation are suggested for patio tables.

 

Chiapas Mexican Grill

2733 West Alex Bell Rd, Moraine | (937) 952-6005
298 N Main St,  Centerville | (937) 949-3390
Colorful flower boxes along the patio fence welcome guests to the patio for some of the best Mexican food and some ice cold cerveza and margaritas- frozen or on the rocks! (pictured below Moraine patio).

Club Oceano

4429 Cedar Park, The Greene, Beavercreek | (937) 988 0909

Enjoy this seafood house dining experience overlooking the public square at The Greene.

Coco’s Bistro

250 Warren St, Dayton | 937-228-2626

Dayton’s place to see and be seen features two patios, one off the bar and another off the dining room. Classy but not stuffy, you’re welcome here in a suit or shorts, sipping on a glass of wine and nibbling on their baked brie. Menu options includes Steak, seafood salads and pasta with an extensive affordable wine list. Reservations are suggested

Coldwater Cafe

19 E Main St, Tipp City (937) 667-0007

 

Opened in February of 1994, the European styled dining room offers an elegant place for a great meal on the patio Tuesday – Thursday for lunch and dinner or dinner only Friday and Saturday.

Corner Kitchen

613 E 5th St,  Dayton    (937) 938-5244

Reopened under new ownership, this Oregon District eatery has a large patio which makes for some great people watching.

Crooked Handle Brewing Co.

760 N. Main Street,  Springboro | (937) 790-3450
Not only does this local brewery have a great front patio, but another hidden patio behind the building gives you lots of place to enjoy a great beer, and order off their extensive menu of burgers, salads and sandwiches.

Dayton Beer Company

41 Madison Street, Dayton | (937) 228-2337

This Dayton microbrewery in the heart of downtown opened it’s 8000 square foot bier hall in 2015 with 36 taps that feature all Ohio made brews.  The 1,000 square foot bier garden features plenty of picnic tables and even some cornhole boards.  And don’t miss  the new rooftop bar added last season!

Double 18 Lounge

1818 Brown Street above Timothy’s Bar | 937-222-7666

It’s a whole new reason to stop by UD bar Timothy’s. The beloved bar’s second floor includes an upgraded bar area, lounge style seating, a deck overlooking the student neighborhood and large windows facing Patterson Homestead. Handcrafted cocktails and a food menu are now offered to customers, including Double 18 sliders and Tim’s tater tots. In the summer without the UD kids here, this rooftop bar is an awesome place to hang out!

Dublin Pub

300 Wayne Ave, Dayton| (937) 224-7822

Named one of the top 10 Pubs in the US, voted Best Fries in Dayton & home of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Dayton, Dublin Pub has expanded their patio in to the parking lot for extended patio seating.

 

El Meson

903 E. Dixie Drive, Dayton | (937) 859-8229

Over the years the patio has gotten bigger and bigger, so you can enjoy tapas and margarita’s outside.

Elsa’s Kettering Sports Grill

1216 E. Stroop Road, Kettering | (937) 294-9210

What could be better than sipping a Bad Juan?  Pair it with a Super Burrito and you’ve got the perfect patio meal! Elsa’s Corner Cantina has construction final inspections scheduled for Thursday as long as they pass that patio will also be open Friday at 11am.

 

Eudora Brewing Company

3022 Wilmington Pike, Kettering | (937) 723-6863

A great outdoor space that is even pup friendly!

Fifth Street Brewpub

1600 E 5th St, Dayton | (937) 443-0919

Dayton’s only co-op brewery has a large patio that is welcoming to all.

Franco’s Ristorante Italiano

824 E 5th St, Dayton |937-222-0204

Serving up great Italian eats for over 45 years, this 2nd generation family eatery has a patio that just makes you want to order a great bottle of wine, some garlic bread and pasta.

Flyboy’s Deli

 2515 Far Hills Ave., Oakwood | (937) 723-6135

Enjoy the upstairs deck as you dine on great sandwiches with local draft beers on tap, or wine overlooking downtown Oakwood, as this neighborhood eatery.

Geez Grill & Pub

6061 Far Hills Ave, Centerville | (937) 439-0001
One of the best things about Geez move to it’s new location is this great new patio you can enjoy meatballs, lasagna, great sandwiches and homemade soups.  And be sure and leave room from desserts prepared by Andies Cakery.

Giovanni’s 

215 W Main St, Fairborn |(937) 878-1611

Known for its pizza and quality Italian dishes, it has been a Fairborn tradition since 1953. Our space here is very limited, so please be patient with us. We are working to expand this area. We will NOT take reservations for this space during this time.

Golden Lamb

27 S. Broadway, Lebanon| 513- 932-5065

Open for lunch and dinner outdoor dining, in addition to continuing our curbside carryout service. Enjoy drinks to-go in accordance with Lebanon’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area program.

Hank’s Local

2529 Patterson Rd,  Dayton | (937) 254-7527

Formerly Hank’s Pub, the new ownership cleaned up the place, added great food & large enclosed deck.

Heather’s Coffee & Cafe12243237_10153063950866577_3016712064411001593_n

505 Main Street, Springboro | 937-550-9511

They renovated an old house in Springboro and turned it in to a great little coffee/lunch place by day and a rocking little hangout at night. The nightlife and live music usually happens on Wednesday through Friday, with an occasional Saturday special event thrown in.  Also look for special bourbon tastings and cigar nights in the man cave.

Jayne’s on Main

90 South Main Street, Miamisburg | (937) 247-1120

A great and unique atmosphere for you to enjoy specialty wine and craft beers on our fantastic spacious patio! You are welcome to grab food from TJ Chumps, Bennett’s Publical or one of the other neighboring eateries to enjoy with their wine.

JD Legends

65 Millard Dr, Franklin |(937) 746-4950
Reserve a patio table and enjoy pizza, salads, sandwiches, wings and more.

Jimmy’s Italian Kitchen

3002 Woodman Dr, Dayton | (937) 293-9133

 As soon as you walk into the door, you are greeted with the scent of garlic.  Traditional favorites such as spaghetti, gnocchi, lasagna, Linguini, and fettuccine are offered at a moderate price. Dinners come with a small bowl of chicken & rice soup, salad, and garlic rolls.  

Jimmie’s Ladder 11

936 Brown St., Dayton | (937) 424-1784
This 1892 renovated Firehouse boasts a menu of home made soups, salads, wings, sandwiches, burgers, quesadillas, pizzas, fresh seafood, steaks and chops, which can all be enjoy al fresco.

Kramers

1018 Irving Ave., Dayton | (937) 294-9141

A neighborhood bar near the University of Dayton,  known for pizzas and 40oz beers and welcoming to all. Their patio might be a bit small but we have 2 picnic tables, 2 tables that seat 2, and one table that seats 3. All of them are 6ft apart so we ask that you not move anything if you are utilizing the space.

Lily’s Dayton

329 E. 5th St., Dayton | (937) 723-7637

Enjoy the view of the cat mural from one of the front patio’s or head out back for the lovely garden patio at this Oregon hotspot.

Little York Tavern

4120 Little York Rd, Dayton | (937) 890-6700
Best know for their “home grown” thin crust pizza dough as well as  homemade soups and sandwiches.  They’ll be open 11 am till 1 am starting Friday until further notice!

Lucky Star Brewery

219 S 2nd St,  Miamisburg | (937) 866-2739
Enjoy some street taco’s, burrito’s, quesadilla’s and home made guacamole on this patio.

Mack’s Tavern

381 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Centerville | (937) 813-7217

This laid back neighborhood BAR has amazingly good food and hospitality second to none! Starting tomorrow we will be taking reservations for patio seating. We will open our patio on May 16th.  We have 2 tables set up on our patio 7 feet apart that each hold a party of 10. We will reserve you a table by calling 937-520-3463.

Milano’s

Brown Street | 937-222-7072
Beavercreek | 937-427-7527
Miami Twsp | 937-434-7827

Each of the three Milano’s eateries have patio’s with the downtown spot having the smallest of the three.

MJ’s On Jefferson

20 N Jefferson St, Dayton | (937) 223-3259
Gay owned and operated nightclub located in the gay entertainment district in downtown Dayton
Open 4- late, we will be here if you are. Limited seating of course… Oh and did we mention Drag Queens doing carry out delivery?

Mr. Boro’s Tavern

495 N. Main St., Springboro | (937) 806-3105

This Neighborhood, Sports Tavern serves up craft beers, bourbon, specialty drinks, wine, and food. Be sure and try their new boozy shakes and fabulous flat breads. Must be 21 to enter after 3 pm.

Mudlick Tap House

135 E. Second St., Dayton | (937) 895-4066
This downtown gastropub pours high-end beer and cocktails served with chef-inspired food.  Pull up a chair and enjoy a 1/2 price bottle of wine with your tribe from 4pm-6pm during their “happiness hours.”

Nick’s Restaurant

1443 N Detroit St Xenia
(937) 372-3202

This  family friendly restaurant has been serving up good eats since. 1949. It’s Veteran owned and operated.

Old Scratch Pizza

812 South Patterson Boulevard, Dayton | (937) 331-5357

Serving up  Neapolitan-style pies that are quickly crafted in their 800° wood-burning ovens, and served with 20 taps of local brews in a casual, counter-service, walk-in-only restaurant.

 

O’Leary’s Pub & Grub

9450 Dayton Lebanon Pike, Centerville | (937) 433-1554

For 27 years serving up some of the best burgers and tenderloins in Ohio, along with ice cold beer and great drinks.

Oregon Express Bar and Restaurant

336 E 5th St, Dayton | (937) 223-9205
Known for live music, warm atmosphere, friendly staff & delicious pizza. Our patio will officially reopen this Friday, May 15, weather permitting.

Palermo’s Italian

2667 S Dixie Dr, Kettering | (937) 299-8888

Serving the community for over 10 years, recently under new ownership. You can reserve a patio table  by calling or through their website.

Pasha Grill

72 Plum St, The Greene Beavercreek | (937) 429-9000

This open air patio has a roof, so rain won’ truing your experience.  Capturing the mystique and mystery of old Constantinople, Pasha Grill offers a refreshingly new dining experience, combining the finest in Mediterranean fusion cuisine and an affordable and creative selection of wine and specialty cocktails.

 

Ray’s Wine Spirits Grill

8268 North Main Street, Clayton | 937-890-0300

Patios will open for outdoor dining.  We will also strongly encourage customers to call us and make reservations.

 

Rip Rap Roadhouse

Rip Rap Roadhouse is very fortunate that they have multiple places to enjoy our food and drinks outside on the property. From the porch (where most people like to hang out), to the balcony or the new patio area as well as the outside bar and picnic tables in the field by the main stage, their is outdoor seating for 250 people. And that doesn’t count the picnic tables in the field.

Romer’s

4439 St Rt 725 Bellbrook |  (937) 848-7676
Since we are family owned, we know the importance of finding a place where you can take your family and still have a good time.  That is why we have dedicated a gaming area for kids too.  So feel free to bring the kids in or book their next pizza party here too. enu includes unique appetizers (our famous turkey balls), freshly ground burgers, homemade slow roasted beef, hand sliced Philly cheese steaks, pizzas, pastas, subs, homemade soups, sauces, cole slaw and a whole lot more!  Oh Yeah, Award winning wings!! Voted Dayton’s Best Wings (Kickin Chickin Wing Fest. At the Fraze 2013-2016)

Roost Modern Italian

524 E 5th St,  Dayton | (937) 222-3100

This upscale Italian restaurant features fresh pastas, seafood, steaks & chops and during nice weather they open up the garage doors for great patio dining.

Rusty Taco

Brown Street | 937-938-7384
Beavercreek |937-306-8080
Dayton Mall | 937-938-5632

A fun, fast-casual taco concept featuring street-style tacos, all made from scratch. Warm chips, house-made salsas, refreshing Margaritas, and ice-cold beer round out the experience.

Salar Restaurant and Lounge

400 E 5th St, Dayton | (937) 203-3999
 With two outdoor patios, two in the  Historic Oregon District, Salar features world fusion cuisine with French & Peruvian influences along with hand-crafted cocktails. The patio opens Friday from 2:30pm- 8:00pm, and will be open 4pm to 9pm on weekdays and 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

 

Smith’s Boathouse

439 North Elm Street, Troy | (937) 335-3837

You’ll enjoy dining waterside in this family owned eatery that specializes in steaks and seafood.  Open for lunch Tuesday- Friday, dinner Tuesday through Saturday.

 

Spinoza’s Gourmet Pizza & Salads

2727 Fairfield Commons Blvd, Beavercreek | (937) 426-7799

Outdoor patio seating is available on a first come-first serve basis begining Friday, May 15, 2020.
Please see  online ordering link at Spinozas.com .
We are completing our dining room renovations and hope to have inside dining avaiable in early June, 2020.

Star City Brewing

319 S 2nd St. Miamisburg | (937) 701-7827

Noused in the historic 19th-century building formally known as the Peerless Mill Inn, Star City has a wide variety of beer styles on tap and also have several house-made “Peerless Mill Winery” wines. Bonus- Fri from 5-8pm the Little Boijon Asian Cuisine Food truck will in the parking lot.

Thai 9

11 Brown St, Dayton | (937) 222-3227

In what was once an old tobacco warehouse you can now savor authentic Thai cuisine accompanied by traditional sushi and sashimi complimented by an extensive wine, craft beer and spirits list.

 

Thai Table

5841 Far Hills Ave, Washington Township | (937) 739-5841

This is the 2nd restaurant for Owner/Chef Sue Whitted, her first being Thai Kitchen in Centerville.

TJ Chumps

12 E. Linden Ave., Miamisburg | 937-859-4000
559 S. Main St., Englewood | 937-836-4300
1100 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd., Fairborn | 937-318-1250
7050 Executive Blvd., Huber Height | 937-610-3900

Tables will be placed 6 feet apart and any booths that cannot be moved will be separated with a plastic barrier. The tables will not contain any items such as condiments or signage. Condiments will be served as needed and in disposable containers. Our menus will also be disposable and will be thrown away after each use. Parties of more than 6 people will not be permitted to be seated. Until further notice, our games and prize dispensers will be turned off or labeled ‘out of service’.

All four locations will be open from 10:30 am – 11:30 pm Friday – Saturday & 10:30 am – 10 pm on Sunday.

The Barrel 

857 W Central Ave, Springboro | (937) 743-5995

A neighborhood bar with over a hundred Bourbon and Whiskey selections, 28 beers on tap, awesome food, great atmosphere with a wood burning fire pit on the outdoor patio and much more.

The Caroline

5 South Market Street, Troy | 937-552-7676

Specializing in Classic American Fare with food ranging from homemade soups to fresh salads and sandwiches. Stop in for their daily happy hour and enjoy a great meal overlooking downtown Troy. Call, email or text to make your reservation – text 937-216-8484, or email [email protected]

The Wandering Griffin

3725 Presidential Drive, Beavercreek | (937) 956-5216
Beavercreek’s first independently owned microbrewery restaurant, featuring fresh house-made food, and a  10 BBL brewing system in our microbrewery, and a coffee bar.

The Winds Cafe

215 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs | (937) 767-1144

Located about 30 minutes east of  dayton, this eclectic eatery was the pioneer of farm to table dining in the Miami Valley. Now in it’s 43rd year, the seasonal menu changes bimonthly. Reservations suggested.

Toxic Brew Company

431 E 5th St, Dayton | (937) 985-3618
We’ll be allowing about 15 people on our patio when we open at noon. We’ll have a door guy posted up at the gate to cap our seating when we reach the limit and will be using good old “one in, one out” practices throughout the day and evening. Our hours will be noon to midnight.

Troll Pub

216 Wayne Ave, Dayton| (937) 723-7709
Featuring a Gastro-pub style menu with a wide selection of burgers and craft beer that opened on St. Patrick’s Day 2018.
Hours will be at the very least 11:00a to 8:00p.

Trolley Stop

530 E Fifth St, Dayton | (937) 461-1101
One of Dayton’s best patio’s, listening tothe trickling fountain, it’s easy to escape onto this patio.  With a menu of housemade soups, sandwiches, salads and specialties, 10 rotating craft beers on tap, a good selection of imports available by the bottle.

Village Family Restaurant

144 S Main St, Waynesville | (513) 897-8835

Home cooked daily lunch & Dinner specials
We’ve laid out as many patio tables as we can safely arrange while keeping them under cover. We would love to serve you lunch or dinner at one of those tables, and we now serve beer and wine!  Please pop inside when you get here so we can make sure we get you seated and served in a friendly and efficient manner.

Warped Wing Barrel Room & Smokery

25 Wright Station Way, Springboro | (937) 222-7003
The Springboro Taproom and smokery-inspired restaurant boasts a great patio to enjoy in this new shopping complex.

Watermark Restaurant

20 S 1st St, Miamisburg | (937) 802-0891

Just installed this summer, this spacious patio will serve Watermark and soon their brand new Backwater Voodoo bar, opening up soon!

 

 

Wheat Penny Oven and Bar

515 Wayne Ave, Dayton | (937) 496-5268
With an enclosed patio with overhead fans and a pop-up patio, you can enjoy the gourmet pizza’s and  rustic, creative dishes at this joint, just outside the Oregon District.

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Dayton Patios, outdoor dining, patio

Igloo Dining is Back at Mudlick Tap House

November 6, 2021 By Lisa Grigsby

These cozy dining domes at Mudlick Tap House were a huge hit last year allowing parties of up to 10  to enjoy a private dinner party.  And now they are back! Each igloo has a small heater in it as well as a UV air purifier.  It it’s sunny out they can get quite warm, but when the temperature drops, you’ll want to bundle up for a comfortable dining experience.

Reservations must be made online and you’ll need to put down a $50 deposit at the time of booking, which will be applied to  your bill.  There is a minimum spend required of $200 (that’s just $25/person if you have 8 guests.) Your igloo reservation is good for a 2 hour dining experience. Reservations book up quickly, so make plans now to enjoy you  private, heated oasis for a fun unique dinner experience.


Mudlick Tap House
135 East 2nd Street
Dayton, OH 45402

937-895-4066

Tues – Thurs: 4-10pm
Fri 4-11pm
Sat 11am – 11pm
Sun 11am – 9pm
make reservations online here

 

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: igloo, Mudlick Tap House, outdoor dining

Nan Says No to Additional Outdoor Seating for Restaurants

May 12, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

The city of Cincinnati just announced it is closing a number of streets and lanes near restaurants so that restaurants can expand seating capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Around 25 locations will be included in these street and lane shutdowns. Restaurants will be able to put more tables outside, such as in the sidewalks or in the streets, in order to maintain proper social distancing.

Lithuania’s capital, Vilnius has proposed a solution, which involves opening up many of the city’s public spaces for al fresco dining, allowing restaurants to have ‘outdoor cafes’ in parks and in the main square.

A number of Dayton citizens shared these posts, asking Dayton to do this as well.   But today Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley announced that the City would not be issuing new or additional outdoor seating permits to coincide with the reopening of restaurants on Friday, May 15. The City will reassess this policy in partnership with Public Health – Dayton Montgomery County in early June as COVID-19 testing and contract tracing reach appropriate scale.
“As always the health and safety of this community is our top priority,” said Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley. “While we are excited for our local businesses to open we want to be thoughtful about our role in ensuring public safety.”
Additionally the City will not be approving permits that would allow restaurants to use parking areas or other areas designed for or typically utilized by vehicles.
“We understand how especially devastating this crisis has been on our bars and restaurants,” said Shelley Dickstein, Dayton City Manager. “During this time, we have been reviewing rules, regulations, and zoning codes in anticipation of the reopening of these businesses, as they navigate new safety and social distancing protocols. We will continue to work creatively to support our local restaurants and bars as they begin to recover from this crisis.”

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: outdoor dining

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