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30 Dayton Foods, You Gotta Try Before You Die

September 4, 2014 By Dayton937 68 Comments

The Chicken Monterey at Flavors

Now that Labor Day weekend is over, here are some of OUR labor of loves.. tastefully speaking, of course.  That is the theme of this week’s Food Adventure Article   They are the 30 best foods of the Miami Valley that you probably haven’t tried.

Little known Dayton Foods that are underground classics.   

Now that you know the skinny, let’s get down and dirty with our Thirty. 

 

These are the are the 30 DAYTON MUST EATS You gotta Try, Before You Die:

1) THE SPLIT FILET SERVED WITH DRAWN BUTTER at THE PARAGON:  This steak isn’t on the menu, so you have to request it.  It is a little known secret that will melt in your mouth.  Perfectly cooked, the sinful act of dipping the steak in drawn butter is something for royalty.  Try it and see why the Paragon Supper Club is a fixture in Centerville.

 

2) CHICKEN MONTEREY from FLAVORS: Healthy meets savory in this dish.  Honestly, one of our favorite meals in the Dayton area.  The food is consistent.  Why? Quality, fresh ingredients.  Chicken Monterey is a solid dish every time.  It is served with a side of tortilla chips and the amazing garlic sauce (now available at Dorothy Lane Market).  And guess what, it is a healthy meal.  What more can you ask for ?

The Caroline Steak, at The Caroline Restaurant in Troy

3) SPRING ROLLS WITH VERMICELLI NOODLES at LITTLE SAIGON:  The best $8 you will ever spend.  Dip into the giant bowl with a pair of chopsticks and enter a Food Adventure.  Vermicelli noodles, topped with diced, vegetarian spring rolls.   Under the noodles, is a surprise of bean sprouts and lettuce.  Served with a side of vinegar sauce and topped with chopped peanuts, this little know Dayton gem is your go to for Vietnamese Food.. Trust Us ….

4) THE CAROLINE STEAK at THE CAROLINE RESTAURANT:  You will be in awe of the special, stainless steel knife served with the meal, but don’t take it home like some others have… Choose the handmade sweet potato fries as a side dish and an appetizer of whiskey or bourbon mushrooms, and this will be one of the best meals you will ever have.  We have to mention that the great staff makes The Caroline a perfect places for a date, party, or special occasion.

5) BLACK BEAN BURGER at CHRISTOPHER’S RESTAURANT: We have never been black bean burger fans, until we met Chef John at the Centerville Farmer’s Market.  We tried one that was being grilled at the market, and was converted.  We respect the black bean now.  The burger is large, hearty and filling.  We recommend adding a slice of cheese.  It satisfies your carnivorous cravings.

6) 10 EGG OMELET FROM TANKS: One of the things we learned growing up in Dayton, is that there aren’t many late night eateries.  Thank God for Tanks.  If you love breakfast, they serve it any time of the day.  This is a delicious omelet that will bust your gut, and you wont eat the potatoes or toast that comes with it.  If you have a normal appetite, we recommend the 6 egg girly omelet.  The omelet has a multitude of ingredients, and whatever Tanks decides to throw in that day.

The Cheese and Onion Sandwich from Central Perc in Oakwood

7) GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH with WHITE CHEDDAR and APRICOT CHUTNEY from MEADOWLARK: One of the most simple sandwiches, is one of the most satisfying.  Ohio Northern Cheddar and apricot chutney make this incredible cheese sandwich.  Served on Dorothy Lane Market Artisan Bread, you have a guaranteed winner here.  After you it it, you will find yourself trying to replicate it at home.  

8) CHEESE AND ONION SANDWICH from CENTRAL PERC:  For the adventurous, we give you a British Sandwich. How do you get one?  Ask the owners who grew up in a small village in England to make it they way they way grew up with..ahem.. the “proper” way.  They will probably throw some butter  and Branston Pickle on there (you may want to google this pickle).  Your breath will be horrendous, but you will be happy.  On a side note, Rosie the pastry chef is insanely talented.  An incredible sandwich and tea room that is open limited hours, and accepts Cash Only.

9) BLACK N BLEU BURGER from SEAJAX: The new kid on the block, this burger is a symphony for your taste buds.  We have been all over like Terry’s Turf Club which was supposed to be the best Ohio burger per Guy Fieri, but we think this one is better.  Spend $8 and get a “corporate hamburger” (thank you Michael R Hawk), or spend $10 and get a handmade hamburger with swirled bleu cheese that will knock your socks off.

Summer in a Bowl Salad from Olive, an Urban Dive

10) THE BOURBON BURGER from BRIXX ICE CO.: This is one of our favorite burgers in the world.  It is a burger with bourbon glaze on it that makes you cry “hell yes.”  Great patio for the divas, but we prefer the bar stool seats and chowing down.  Thanks to childhood friend, owner/chef Chris Bhai for the developing a sauce that makes this burger a “must eat.”

11) HUEVOS RANCHEROS from SUNRISE CAFE:  We crave this incredible breakfast dish from the best kept secret in Yellow Springs.  The dish is corn tortillas, topped with eggs, and a black bean sauce, garnished with fresh salsa and sour cream.  Dont go hiking, instead, grab breakfast here.  They trumpet the fact that they have no deep fryers, no microwaves, just kick butt food.  Worth the trip to organicville.

12) SUMMER IN A BOWL SALAD from OLIVE, an URBAN DIVE:  Local freshness, local ingredients.  We absolutely love it.  If an artist made a salad, it would be “Summer in  a Bowl.”  We can’t put the ingredients on here, because the ingredients are seasonal.  Olive, only uses top quality materials.  Open your mouth and prepare to be dazzled.  It wont bust your budget or your pant line.

 

13) CALAMARI APPETIZER at FRANCO’S: Get the deep fried option dusted with Parmesan cheese and olive oil.  The Big Ragu, the king of fried food, usually says “Oh my god” in a over dramatic tone when they are served.  This is a tradition, when preparing for a big Italian meal at Franco’s.  Stay hungry my friends…The deep fried whole tilapia from Taco Loco

14) THE PAELLA from EL MESON: Watching them prepare it is half of the fun.  Listening to owner Bill Castro explain his passion for food and the pivotal role food plays in life is a great experience in itself.  Chef’s sprinkling rice and seafood shells while walking around the huge paella pan and flirting with the crowd.  By the time the dish is served we have teased our eyes and the aroma is amazing.  We love this family and their food.  Try this place out, if you haven’t, you aren’t experiencing Dayton.  

15) WHOLE, DEEP FRIED TILAPIA at TACO LOCO:  You can go to another restaurant and get this dish for $30 or you can get it for $8 at Taco Loco.  The dish that will freak your friends out, but leave you one happy foodie.  If you can stomach a whole fish on your plate looking at you, then this one is worth the stares… literally.  It is delicious and simple.

16) THE GRILLED PEACHES with GOAT CHEESE at LILY’s BISTRO: A seasonal treat that should be on the menu every month.  A stellar dish that steals the show at any meal.  Drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette dressing, this memorable side will blow your mind.  Thank you Lily’s for making us crave this on a daily basis….

Sweeney's Seafood House has the Best Raw Oysters in the USA !

Sweeney’s Seafood House has the Best Raw Oysters in the USA. Click to enlarge

17) THE RAW OYSTERS at SWEENEY’s SEAFOOD HOUSE:  The Big Ragu has tried oysters from coast to coast and north to south.  He concludes that the best raw oysters on the planet are at Sweeney’s Seafood.  Served on the half shell, these are chokers, not for the squeamish.  Grab a bottle of hot sauce and one of their micro brews and sling em back like a champ!

18) SPINOZIAN DELUXE PIZZA from SPINOZA’S: Homemade, fresh dough with Italian sausage, pepperoni, black olives, bell peppers,mushrooms and fontina cheese.  The pizza is always good here.  The crust is exceptional.  Pair it with one of their great salads and listen to a live band and sip on some local beer.  Not many people know about this place, but the ones that do, love it!

19) THE LAND AND SEA BLT at HARVEST MOBILE FOOD TRUCK:  This sandwich kick so much azz, that it won $10,000 for best dish at a Food Truck Rally.  Applewood bacon, smoked salmon and a ciabatta roll.  Then Harvest adds a sauce that is the money shot.     Follow this truck and see why poeple track them down all over town.  Chef Patrick continues to blow us away with cluinary creations.

 20) LOX & CHEESE CREPE at CREPE BOHEME: An ingredient list so simple, so good.  Salmon, capers and cheese all wrapped into a handmade crepe right before your eyes.  One of the reason we go to 2nd St. Market is to savor the crepes at Crepe Boheme.  Sabine is the ultimate crepe master, and her works of art will never let you down.  This is the real deal, a chef making the crepes.

21) THE PARIS OMELET at BUTTER CAFE: Love breakfast?  Love mushrooms? We suggest a spin using egg whites, goat cheese, a bit of onion and lot of mushrooms.  You haven’t lived until you take a bite of this omelet while overlooking Brown Street.  Guess what?  It is affordable and a protein powered breakfast.

The Ruck Sandwich from Dublin Pub

22) SHRIMP and SCALLOP NEWBURG at THE DOCK:  A creamy alfredo dish, with penne pasta.  This is like a pasta bake.  It is rich and delicious.  Can’t afford a trip to Florida?  Escape to The Dock in Enon and buy yourself a dinner dream, just like being on a pier.

23) THE RUCK from THE DUBLIN PUB: This is a dense beef brisket sandwich that is simply incredible.  The brisket is steamed in Guinness Beer. Topped with glob of cheese and onions, it is delicious.  It is a filling, guilty pleasure.  After eating this, you may want to call Richard Simmons to chase you around the yard in his ball hugging shorts and burn off the calories.  Or go hiking for his physique.

24) THE GYRO at CHICAGO GYRO’S and DOGS: Forget the fries, the sandwich is all you need. Loaded with meat, perfectly seasoned, it is a master piece as-is.  The atmosphere used to be sketchy at the old location, but the new location is kid friendly.  The gyros and dogs are still the same .. good food.  This place flies under the radar, and is an unsung Gyro..get it ?

Cow Patty Ice Cream even cures PMS.. that’s no Bull !

 25) DEL MAR TRIO at EL RANCHO GRANDE:  Want a great dish, at an unsuspecting place?  The order the Del Mar Trio at El Rancho Grande.  It consists of grilled lobster, tilapia and shrimp sprinkled with cheese on a hot fajita plate.  Served with tortillas.  Orgasmic.. yeah we said it..  Order one of these dishes and tell us we’re wrong.

 26) COW PATTY ICE CREAM from YOUNG’S JERSEY DAIRY:  We love this chocolate amazingness, and our friend Caryn Snyder says it is “the ultimate cure for PMS.”  It is dark chocolate ice cream, chocolate cookie pieces, chocolate covered toffee pieces and mini chocolate chips.  The cones are piled high and worth the drive to hippie Utopia.

27) THE PIZZA at SOFT ROCK CAFE: Yes, a karaoke bar has some decent pizza.  We don’t know if it is the thin crust, the cheese, or the toppings, but the pizza is addicting.  Our tip is to get at least 3 or more toppings, and try not to burn your mouth, the pies come out HOT!   Also, *** please note their kitchen is only open Thursday through Saturday at 8pm for weekend indulgence.

28) FISH WITH CHILI SAUCE at THAI9: This huge filet of golden fried fish is topped with a spicy chili sauce, and plated with a small amount of sauteed veggies.  The taste is slightly fiery and incredible.   The chili oil soaks into the fish, yielding the flavor, but keeping the crispiness.  A little known dish, off the beaten path, at a restaurant with a very extensive menu. Try it !

The Greatest Soft Pretzels EVER are at K & R Pretzel Bakery on Flesher St.

29) THE PLAYBOY ROLL at KABUKI:  Nothing says fun like a couple of grown adults trying to blow out a flaming sushi roll.  The roll contains Shrimp Tempura, Spicy tuna, and asparagus topped with cooked shrimp and a sweet glaze sauce.  It is then “barbecued” at your table, by being served on fire, inside an aluminum pouch.  The spectacle is one thing, but the best thing is whats inside the fiery roll of foil.  The answer is a scrumptious taste of Japan, right here in Dayton.

30) THE PRETZELS from K&R PRETZEL BAKERY:  These should be a Dayton Icon, but not many people know of this secret place at 1700 Flesher Ave.  Like a scene from Willy Wonka, the pretzel machine is fed a hand twisted raw dough pretzel, the dough is mechanically dipped in water, then hand salted before it is baked on a conveyor belt.  The machine is as long as a limousine, and it is fun watching the finished product come out at the end.  It is even more fun to eat the results:  A soft pretzel, that is the best we’ve tasted.

These are our 30 DAYTON MUST EATS, You gotta try before you die.  Little known secrets, and favorite hidden gems.   DID WE LEAVE OUT ONE OF YOUR FAVES?  WHICH ONE?  Is there one on the list you disagree with?  Are some of these items, your favorite too?  Please comment below!

Please check out our gallery below and “like us on FACEBOOK HERE !  We have some big things coming up this fall !  Hungry Jax, Chef House and the Big Ragu thank you !

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3rd Annual Mad Hatter Bar Crawl This Saturday

June 20, 2013 By Lisa Grigsby 1 Comment

943417_10200982482466195_2045711571_n-1Don’t miss out on an epic pub crawl in the Oregon District this Saturday featuring beers from New Holland Brewing.   In an Alice in Wonderland inspired theme, attendees are encouraged to come in costume or at least hats, and there will be prizes and treats along the stops for participants.    It all begins at 2pm at Thai 9 where the featured beer will be Michigan Hatter, a beer that celebrates local agriculture with its Michigan-grown Cascade hops from the Itelanau Peninsula. Bright and aromatic, with delicious malt notes underneath a citrusy showcase of hops.

Around 3pm the groups heads to Blind Bob’s for a light  and refreshing Beligan style pale ale, Farmhouse Hatter,  is the featured pour.  By 4pm the group will meander on down to Lucky’s  for some Oak Aged Hatter, and  I.P.A. aged in Kentucky Barrels. which gives the beer a  smooth wood character brining a new dimension to dry-hopped, aromatic hoppiness.  Sometime around 5ish the crawl will arrive at Trolley Stop to try the Black Hatter,  a version of Mad Hatter brewed with black malt for a dark, roasty sweetness that finishes with a strong Centennial hop character from dry hopping.

Wrapping up the pub crawl at South Park Tavern, around 6ish, guests can experience the Rye Hatter.  This beer showcases it’s grain-bill, made up of rye and barley malt. The rye adds a slight spiciness to the caramel-malt base, while also creating a creamy texture. with dry-hopping creating a fresh citrus finish.

Guests are welcome to join the crawl at any stop along the way, but the first 106 guests will get an official New Holland Beer T-shirt and there will be a prize awarded for best costume somewhere along the trail.

 

Filed Under: Dayton On Tap Tagged With: Blind Bob's, Lucky's Tap Room and Eatery, Mad Hatter, Mad Hatter Bar Crawl, New Holland, South Park Tabvern, Thai9, trolley stop

Fleurs Et Vin: A Great Success at Carrillon Park

May 31, 2013 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Each Guest Received Souvenir Glasses

Did you miss it?  Endless wine tasting and all the food samplings you wanted were featured at the 2013 Fleurs et Vin Festival held at Carillon Park on May 19th.  The Big Ragu was on hand with Dayton Most Metro’s staff, greeting the massive crowds and sample the various offerings.  It was a Food Adventure paradise in the heart of Dayton, and a must eat on our list of events.

If you were not able to make it to this annual benefit for the AIDS Resource Center Ohio, then check out our recap, below.

Here’s the Skinny:

— FLEURS ET VIN is Dayton’s Premier Wine and Gourmet Food Festival, typically held each year on a Sunday in May from 1-4pm under the tents at Carrillon Historical Park.  It is an all-you-want tasting event with a loyal following.

— ALL of the food and wine was donated by locally owned restaurants, allowing 100% of the proceeds to benefit AIDS Resource Center of Dayton.  A Food Adventure with a cause

— Admission price allowed you access to over 400 wines from around the world and taste menu samples from 20 local restaurants, along with a Belgian Beer Garden area !

— Live and Silent Auction areas allowed even more funds to be raised for this worthy cause that focuses of prevention and education about AIDS, along with service programs that help those in need with HIV/AIDS.

— Live music filled the air and added to the warm ambiance.

With so many good wines and so much good food, below are our picks for the best of the best from this spectacular event!

Crab Rangoon from Thai 9.  Our Favorite Rangoon in Dayton.

OUR FAVORITES  (THE FOOD):

Thai 9’s Crab Rangoon and Chicken with Rice:  In our opinion, the best crab rangoon in the Dayton area were these incredible samples from Thai9.  Stuffed full and deep, and served with a sweet side of Thai sauce, we found ourselves returning to this line often.  The Thai chicken dish was also incredible at this station.  It was a Thai pepper chicken, served in a brown, curry house sauce over a bed of white rice.  We told them we loved it, but our mouths were so full that they couldn’t understand us.

The Dock’s Crab Cakes:  Slowly seared on their portable flat top grill, these were flavorful, hand-packed circles of love.  The sauce that topped the crab cakes was the secret ingredient that kept us coming back for more.  The staff of The Dock probably wanted to file a restraining order against us for hanging out by their grill as much as we did.  We could not resist seconds of these scrumptious bites of crab heaven.

Hawthorn Grill’s  Sorbet and Strawberry ShortCake: All of the desserts at Hawthorn Grill are homemade by Chef Candace and her staff.   Her sorbet was a perfect, refreshing break during this hot event.  The bite size piece of cake, topped with a strawberry sauce also hit the spot.

Scratch Catering’s Beef Brisket and Carmelized Onion Bruschetta:  When doesn’t Chef Matt Hayden please the hungry crowds?  This delicious, slow-cooked sampling was just as pleasing to the eye, as it was to our taste buds.  The hits from Scratch Catering just keep on coming ….

OUR FAVORITES (THE WINES):

Canella Blood Orange Mimosa:  Talk about refreshing!   This tasty, bottled mimosa was the perfect drink, on this hot day.  The server at this booth had to be tired of us by the end of the event.   Probably our favorite offering from the Vintage Wine Distributor.  This Italian wine cocktail is made from grape wine and the juice and pulp of blood oranges from Sicily.

Heron Chardonnay:  A crisp, white wine made from 22 year old grape vines.  The winery is a female owned, family vineyard run by Laely Heron.   One of the few American women who made wine in France, Heron’s products are also produced in California.

Spreitzer Riesling 101:  This German Riesling comes from a winery owned by two brothers who have been honing their craft since 1997.  It was a cold, refreshing sip of sparkling goodness in the warm weather.

The Belgian Beer Garden: Although this was a wine festival, Heidelberg Distributing distracted us with some great beer selections.  Food Adventures enjoyed a couple of  Stella Artois beers in a souvenir pint.  The Big Ragu went for some Hoegaarden beer and an Ommegang Witte Beer.

All in all, this is Dayton’s “Wine me and dine me” Festival.  We loved being a part of a wonderful event, that supported a locally based AIDS charity.  Good local food and world class wines, what more could one ask for?   So let us end this Food Adventure, by raising our glass with a toast.. “Whether you love Merlot or Chardonnay, here’s to seeing you at Fleurs et Vin, next May!!”

For more wine, and no whine, visit Food Adventures on Facebook and “like” them by clicking HERE !

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Germanfest Picnic

11:00 am
dayton liederkrantz

Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop

12:00 pm
Now and Zen DIY Studio

CAT VIDEO FEST 2025

12:00 pm

Homearama 2025

12:00 pm
At Various Locations

Pistons & Pinups

12:00 pm
Oregon District

Dayton Potato Festival

12:00 pm
Oak & Ivy Park

Dayton Box & Brew

1:00 pm
TITLE Boxing Club Kettering

Noire Wine Experience

1:00 pm
The Galleria Building

Blue Skies Hero Parade

2:00 pm
Riverfront Park

Springfield Jazz and Blues Festival

2:30 pm
Mother Stewart's

Flying Pepper Food Truck

3:00 pm
Yellow Springs Brewery

Runway Show: Dare To Be – Regal Ballroom Bloom

5:00 pm
Dayton Woman's Club

Lilia’s Outside Cafe

5:00 pm
Pins Mechanical

St. Brigid Parish Festival

5:30 pm
St. Brigid Catholic School & Church
+ 18 More

Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

9:00 am
Downtown Troy

Claybourne Grille

10:30 am
Kettering Health Main Campus

Cruise-In to the Ice Cream Socia

11:00 am
Washington Township RecPlex

Germanfest Picnic

11:00 am
dayton liederkrantz

Art on the Commons

11:00 am
Lincoln Park Commons

Freda’s Food Truck

11:00 am
Tipp City Park

Dayton BBQ Fest

11:00 am
The Brightside Event & Music Venue

CAT VIDEO FEST 2025

12:00 pm

Homearama 2025

12:00 pm
At Various Locations

Introducing… Cyanotype with Charmaine Boggs

1:00 pm
Dayton Society of Artists - DSA

St. Brigid Parish Festival

1:00 pm
St. Brigid Catholic School & Church

SALSA BRAVA

1:00 pm
Yellow Springs Brewery

Smoke on the Water – A Stillwater River Paddle, BBQ and Music Gathering

1:30 pm
The German Club Edelweiss

Street Beats Community Daze

2:00 pm
Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

British Afternoon Tea

3:30 pm
The Last Queen

Tasty Bacon Food truck

4:00 pm
Bourbon Barbers Dayton
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Week of Events

Mon 4

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Fri 8

Sat 9

Sun 10

August 7

Voices of America Country Music Festival

Voices of America Country Music Festival

August 7

Voices of America Country Music Festival

The Voices of America Country Music Fest returns in August 2025. The multi-day event takes place in the heart of...

$94.99 – $424.69
August 7 @ 6:00 pm - August 8 @ 8:00 pm

Field Production Workshop

Field Production Workshop

August 7 @ 6:00 pm - August 8 @ 8:00 pm

Field Production Workshop

Session 1 Camera Setup   What is in the case? Check to make sure you have everything before you leave...

$50.00
August 8

Voices of America Country Music Festival

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Voices of America Country Music Festival

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August 8 Recurring

Voices of America Country Music Festival

The Voices of America Country Music Fest returns in August 2025. The multi-day event takes place in the heart of...

$94.99 – $424.69
August 7 @ 6:00 pm - August 8 @ 8:00 pm

Field Production Workshop

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Topped and Loaded

August 4 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Topped and Loaded

Topped and Loaded Baked potatoes, Fries, Tater Tots, Swirly Fries, waffle fries, curly fries, and Wedges. Many options and sides...

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

$3 Burger Night

August 4 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

$3 Burger Night

From 5-10pm you can choose from the following: for $3 - it's a plain burger on a bun, $4 -...

$3
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cigar and Tequila Night

August 4 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cigar and Tequila Night

Calling all cigar and tequila lovers Join us Monday, August 4th for a night of premium tequilas paired with hand-rolled...

$35 – $40
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Trivia at The Greene

August 4 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Trivia at The Greene

Got a case of the Mondays?  Come in and enjoy a night of trivia, good food, drinks, and company. Join...

Free
6:45 pm

Stag’s Leap Wine Dinner

August 4 @ 6:45 pm

Stag’s Leap Wine Dinner

It's time again for our 5 course wine dinner! Come down and enjoy a taste of Italy in every bite!...

$95
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

LGBT AA group

August 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

LGBT AA group

The All-Inclusive Alcoholics Anonymous Group (AA) meeting was formed to be inclusive for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community, as...

7:30 pm - 11:30 pm Recurring

Justin’s LOTD Scotch Doubles Pool Tournament

August 4 @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm Recurring

Justin’s LOTD Scotch Doubles Pool Tournament

EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at Miami Valley Sports Bar - Justin's Famous Luck of the Draw Scotch Doubles Pool Tournament!!! Each...

$10.00
8:00 pm Recurring

Monday Night Laughs!

August 4 @ 8:00 pm Recurring

Monday Night Laughs!

  Join us every Monday at Oregon Express for Comedy Open Mic hosted by the hilarious G-Money! Sign-ups at 8:00PM...

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Freakin Ricans

August 5 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Freakin Ricans

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

How to Use Canva for Small Business

August 5 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

How to Use Canva for Small Business

An informational presentation discussing how Canva can be used to create promotional materials for your business. Canva is a free-to-use online...

4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

Half Price Wine every Tuesday at Whisperz Speakeasy

August 5 @ 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

Half Price Wine every Tuesday at Whisperz Speakeasy

We're pouring amazing boutique wines from independent winemakers around the world at Whisperz Speakeasy, join us for a glass at...

Free
7:00 pm

NexDetour

August 5 @ 7:00 pm

NexDetour

In August, we add Tuesday shows starting with NexDetour on Aug. 5 an A Cappella Power trio   All shows...

Free
7:00 pm

Trivia Shark TUESDAY

August 5 @ 7:00 pm

Trivia Shark TUESDAY

Always a great time! $2 off apps from 6-9pm. Trivia Shark Join in the fun!!

7:00 pm

Trivia Night

August 5 @ 7:00 pm

Trivia Night

Trivia Night every Tuesday at 7 PM! Join us at Wings Sports Bar to eat, drink, and play! Test your...

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Live Trivia

August 5 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Live Trivia

Enjoy these drink specials while you play trivia • $2.99 Flavored Margaritas • $2.99 Long Islands

7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

Trivia with Rob

August 5 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

Trivia with Rob

Come test your brain, enjoy great food and drinks, and have some fun!

+ 2 More
10:30 am - 2:00 pm

Claybourne Grille

August 6 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

Claybourne Grille

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Wheel Fresh Pizza

August 6 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Wheel Fresh Pizza

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Trotwood Community Market (presented by American Legion Post 613)

August 6 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Trotwood Community Market (presented by American Legion Post 613)

A celebration of locally sourced foods and products from small businesses in Trotwood and the surrounding communities! Stop by and...

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Miamisburg Farmers Market

August 6 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Miamisburg Farmers Market

Miamisburg Farmers MarketAt Miamisburg Christian Church parking lot.1146 E. Central Ave in Miamisburg.Fresh Produce, sweet treats, food trucks and more..

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tasty Bacon Food Truck

August 6 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tasty Bacon Food Truck

Serving fresh Americana street food paired with signature sauces.   Sample menu

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Beckers SMASH-tastic Burgers

August 6 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Beckers SMASH-tastic Burgers

Single Single smash patty on a brioche bun $9.00 Single with Bacon Single smash patty and bacon on a brioche...

5:30 pm

Behind the Scenes at the Victoria Theatre

August 6 @ 5:30 pm

Behind the Scenes at the Victoria Theatre

Join AAF Dayton for a behind-the-scenes tour of the historic Victoria Theatre. Built in 1866, the Victoria is one of...

Free
6:00 pm

Trivia Night

August 6 @ 6:00 pm

Trivia Night

Kettering will be the newest spot to play Trivia Shark! The 1920's Prohibition Era themed restaurant serves American burgers, chicken...

+ 5 More
11:00 am

Lunchtime Trivia

August 7 @ 11:00 am

Lunchtime Trivia

Don't miss the chance to win one of four $25 gift cards for each round winner and a whopping $100...

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

ShowDogs HotDogs

August 7 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

ShowDogs HotDogs

All Beef Hot Dogs, Walking Tacos, Nachos, and Quesadillas! Veggie options available

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Squack’s Snack Shack

August 7 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Squack’s Snack Shack

Cheese Stix Golden cheese sticks featuring a savory blend of cheeses encased in a crispy coating, served with... $7.00 Chicken...

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

SaltyZ Pretzels

August 7 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

SaltyZ Pretzels

Classic Pretzel Freshly baked, golden brown, soft pretzel with a sprinkle of salt. $5.00 Mozzarella Pretzel Delicious pretzel filled with...

4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

$10 Tini Time every Thursday

August 7 @ 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

$10 Tini Time every Thursday

Every Thursday night at Whisperz Speakeasy we'll be handcrafting an array of different fabulous martinis for just $10 each. Come...

Free
4:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

August 7 @ 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Lily’s and Yellow Springs Brewery 12 year Beer Dinner:

August 7 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Lily’s and Yellow Springs Brewery 12 year Beer Dinner:

Here’s the menu for the dinner on Thursday, August 7 with two seating times( 5 & 7:30)  and the option...

$71
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

What The Taco?!

August 7 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

What The Taco?!

Chipotle Chicken Taco GRILLED CHICKEN, SHREDDED LETTUCE, PICO DE GALLO, CILANTRO SOUR CREAM & MONTEREY JACK $10.00 Ground Beef Taco...

+ 10 More
10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne Grille

August 8 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne Grille

11:30 am - 3:00 pm

Cousins Maine Lobster

August 8 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm

Cousins Maine Lobster

12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Recurring

Homearama 2025

August 8 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Recurring

Homearama 2025

The Homearama Touring Edition is back- inviting you to a self-guided summer adventure through some of the Miami Valley's most...

Free
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

What the Taco?!

August 8 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

What the Taco?!

Chipotle Chicken Taco GRILLED CHICKEN, SHREDDED LETTUCE, PICO DE GALLO, CILANTRO SOUR CREAM & MONTEREY JACK $10.00 Ground Beef Taco...

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Smoke’N Johnsons

August 8 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Smoke’N Johnsons

Smoke'n Pulled Pork Wood Fire Smoked, Tender and Juicy Pork Shoulder (butt). Hand pulled to remove most fat not rende......

4:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Springfield Jazz and Blues Festival

August 8 @ 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Springfield Jazz and Blues Festival

Two days of Jazz & Blues on Two Stages -- 18 acts FREE Friday, August 8th, 2025 beginning at 4:00...

Free
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

All Good Stuff

August 8 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

All Good Stuff

ROAST, TOAST & BAKE…nothing fried. All family recipes. We love blessing people with good food. All Homemade foods, sauces &...

5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Germanfest Picnic

August 8 @ 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Germanfest Picnic

Germanfest has been voted #3 festival in the region and was named by the Dayton Daily News as being in...

Free
+ 9 More
9:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Shiloh Farmers Market

August 9 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Shiloh Farmers Market

The farmers’ market is located on the corner of Main St. & Philadelphia Dr, in the parking lot of Shiloh...

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

New Carlisle Farmer’s Market

August 9 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

New Carlisle Farmer’s Market

The New Carlisle Farmer's Market takes place every Saturday morning on Main Street. Come get lunch. Shop the market.  We'll have...

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Art on the Lawn

August 9 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Art on the Lawn

The 41st Annual Art on the Lawn art festival presented by The Village Artisans will be held Saturday, August 9th, 2025...

Free
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Art on the Lawn

August 9 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Art on the Lawn

More than 100 artists from Ohio and beyond will gather to show and sell their original fine art and fine...

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Freda’s Food Truck

August 9 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Freda’s Food Truck

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Dayton Black Pride

August 9 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Dayton Black Pride

Continuing the celebration on Saturday, August 9th, 11:00 AM-3:00 PM at Courthouse Square in downtown Dayton. Join us for the...

Free
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

THE MARKET

August 9 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

THE MARKET

Come shop all your favorite crafters and direct sale vendors at THE MARKET. The Market is held on the 2nd...

Free
11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Englewood Art Festival

August 9 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Englewood Art Festival

The Englewood Festival is held annually at Centennial Park during the second week in August. The festival features lots of...

Free
+ 18 More
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

August 10 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

Downtown Troy Farmers' Market will run Saturday mornings 9:00 am to 12:00 pm from June 22nd, 2013 through September 21st,...

10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne Grille

August 10 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne Grille

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cruise-In to the Ice Cream Socia

August 10 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cruise-In to the Ice Cream Socia

The annual Cruise-In to the Ice Cream Social returns on August 10 from 11am to 3pm to the Washington Township...

11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Germanfest Picnic

August 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Germanfest Picnic

Germanfest has been voted #3 festival in the region and was named by the Dayton Daily News as being in...

Free
11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Art on the Commons

August 10 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Art on the Commons

Back for its 37th year, the Art on the Commons Fine Arts and Crafts Festival features approximately one hundred artists...

Free
11:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Freda’s Food Truck

August 10 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Freda’s Food Truck

11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dayton BBQ Fest

August 10 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dayton BBQ Fest

Join us for a ton of incredible BBQ, sides, and more all from some amazing food trucks at The Brightside...

Free
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Recurring

CAT VIDEO FEST 2025

August 10 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Recurring

CAT VIDEO FEST 2025

The world's #1 cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting...

$10
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