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The Best 30 Soups of Dayton 2018

November 7, 2018 By Dayton937 2 Comments

The Iconic Clam Chowder from Jay’s Seafood tops the list

As the weather turns cold in 2018, turn to the broths of Dayton to warm you up.   Many restaurants have worthy soups across the area to do the trick.  The Food Adventures crew, of Jackie, Jessie and the Big Ragu have compiled our list of Dayton’s Best Soups of 2018.  These are the ones that have an unforgettable taste, from the first steaming spoonful, to that little bit of liquid left in the bottom.

We present to you, the best bowls of chow that the Miami Valley has to offer.  So, all of you serious foodies, get a spoon, get some crackers if need be, and check out our list of MUST EAT Dayton soups.

IN ORDER from the best (because no one else does that) are Dayton’s best Food Adventures in a bowl… , here they are…

 

Sizzling Rice Soup from China Cottage

** DAYTON’S TOP 30 SOUPS for 2018 **

 

1) THE CLAM CHOWDER at JAY’S SEAFOOD:  
When a soup is a Dayton icon and a Dayton staple for decades, it has to make the list.  People of all ages not only love this soup, but have fond memories associated with it.  The creamy broth, the chunks of fresh clams, and the perfect dash of pepper make this soup.  Crackers or not, you are in for a treat when you sit down for a cup or bowl of this deliciousness… so go for the bowl.  As you take a spoonful, the nostalgic atmosphere of Jay’s restaurant helps make it that moment in time where the world is in perfect balance.  This is an example of food transcending the plate, and leaving a mark on your soul.

 

 

Little Saigon’s Sate Shrimp and Pork Soup

2) THE SIZZLING RICE SOUP FROM CHINA COTTAGE:  
The secret is the tender slices of white meat chicken, and the perfect broth.  The fresh vegetables and steaming rice kernels finish the deal.  This is on the appetizer menu as a soup for two, but why share?   Get the soup for your meal, like we do !  The flavor is a perfect balance of mushrooms, carrots, other vegetables with rice in a white meat chicken and broth mixture. The result is a healthy option and another great creation from Chef/Owner Tiger Wang.  This soup is simply amazing.

 

 

3) SATE SHRIMP AND PORK SOUP with RICE NOODLES from LITTLE SAIGON:

Dublin Pub’s Loaded Potato Soup

This Vietnamese style “Pho” soup is a huge, spicy bowl of broth, thick, clear rice noodles, shrimp, pork and vegetables.  It packs some heat.  Do you tend to like more of a spaghetti noodle ?  Choose the egg noodle option of this soup.  The bowl is served with a side plate of cilantro, lime and bean sprouts.  Not hot enough?  Doctor it up with the table side chili paste or a homemade in-house sriracha sauce.  This is a meal sized soup, with an appetizer price tag.  Great deal, great taste, and guaranteed to make any cold or stuffy nose feel better.

 

4) DUBLIN PUB’S “WORLD FAMOUS POTATO SOUP”:
It must be world-famous, because it is downright incredible.  It is rich, filling and sinful.  We suggest getting it in the Sourdough bowl and add cheese and bacon on it.  We also recommend taking a nap after you eat it.  This soup has a cult following in Dayton, and is Hungry Jax’s top pick!

 

5)  THE CABBAGE ROLL SOUP from VOLTZY’s ROOT BEER STAND: 
He sold 900 gallons of this stuff last year.  We think that makes it the best soup in a root beer stand in the United States.  Rick Voltzy make s the soup on site.  He first steams cabbage all day.  He puts it in a huge crockpot chopped and adds tomatoes, rice and his signature burger meat.It simmers all day, on purpose so he can scald his customers mouths when he serves it in a styrofoam cup, like  coffee.  In Voltzy’s  words, it is so delicious,  you will sing “Touch me in the Morning.”  Cabbage rolls not your style? Then try his almost equally delicious “Cheeseburger Soup” or “Cream of Vandalia Onion Soup.”  Yes, Vandalia like the city… Voltzy is nuts, it is undeniable.

 

 

 

House Noodle Soup at North China Spicy Option

6) THE HOUSE NOODLE SOUP at NORTH CHINA:
Ready to light up your life with a meal sized bowl that will knock your Aunt Connie’s socks off?  This incredible creation is so heaping, the ingredients protrude like a mountain sticking out of the ocean.  We always get the spicy version to get our nose running, but you can order it “not spicy.”  The homemade noodles are mixed with pork, scallops, shrimp and chicken, in a wonderful broth  mushrooms, onions and Chinese veggies.  Served in a giant bowl, most people can’t finish half of the serving.

 

7) MEADOWLARK’S TOMATO SOUP:

Tomato Soup from Meadowlark

With Meadowlark being so popular for quality menu items. they were bound to hit the top 30. This is a simple entry. It is a tomato soup, served with corn bead and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.  We found ourselves lapping the soup up like a dog who just ran a 5 k.  Ever want to drink a soup?  Yeah it is that good.  Amazing flavor that is fresh and bursting, it is an obvious homemade option with fresh, local veggies.  The consistency is amazing and adds to the texture and taste.  Our rule here , always get the bowl, the cup of soup is never enough.

 

 

Jambalaya at Buckin Donkey

 

8) THE JAMBALAYA at THE BUCKIN DONKEY:
When an ingenious bachelor spends decades honing a jambalaya recipe to impress his friends, we take notice. Owner Sean McKown’s years of experience at various restaurants have paid off. This “soup”is filled with chicken, shrimp, sausage and rice. With just a squirt of hot sauce, you have an absolutely delicious simmered concoction, and cajun favorite. The Buckin Donkey is a little known  dark horse in the Dayton scene. His gumbo almost made the list as well. If you have not tried this unique menu go get some jambalaya, beef on weck and a homemade slice of pie … discover a new favorite place you’ve never been.  Pittsburgh and polish inspired menu with a Steelers bar feel.  But even Browns and Bengals fans hang here for the food.

 

Get into Amber Rose and try the Turtle Soup

9) THE TURTLE SOUP at THE AMBER ROSE:
This soup is exotic, thick and hearty.  It is an old recipe, passed down by Elinore, the previous owner of the restaurant.  We absolutely love Amber Rose’s take on this old school favorite.  It is beyond good.  This is one of those things that you eat and immediately want more.  Visit Joe Castellano and his chefs and try it for yourself as an appetizer to one of their Eastern European meals.  Extra points for uniqueness on this one.  A perfect consistency makes it seem like a thick tomato soup puree.  We could eat 3 bowls of this stuff.  Great restaurant, great food.

Great soups in Centerville


10) LOBSTER BISQUE at
 SWEENEY’S SEAFOOD: 
Creamy and smooth with small chunks of lobster throughout.  A tomato based soup, the flavor of the ocean is caught perfectly in balance.   A nice bowl of this on a cold day and you picture yourself inside a New England boathouse watching the crashing waves.  It is crazy when a bite of a food item can bring you to a place in time.  We already are in love with many of Sweeney’s appetizers that owner Lisa Long and her chefs knock out of the park, like the calamari and raw oysters, both of which are the best in town.  Add this soup as another star on the menu.  We need to eat here more.

 

The Chicken Gumbo from DiSalvo’s Deli

11) CHICKEN GUMBO from DISALVO’S DELI: 
Another homemade soup from scratch.  Chef Ronnie DiSalvo himself makes the soup with perfectly carved, generous chicken pieces, in a delicately light broth.  The bowl is filled with a treasure trove of vegetables and tremendous flavor.   This deli takes pride in its food, and this is another example of their incredible creations.  The truth is, each and every one of their soups is from scratch and are terrific enough to make this list on any given day.  Whether an Italian inspired soup, or an old American favorite, warn up your winter with hot soups at the deli, and pair it with a half sub.  Their motto is “made with love from the heart.” And we like to add, and straight to your mouth!  If you have not been to Disalvo’s Deli and Italian Store, you are missing one of Dayton’s best eateries.

 

 

12) THE SHRIMP and PORK SOUP at LINH’s BISTRO:  

The Shrimp and Pork Soup from Linh’s Bistro

A popular restaurant near Wright Patterson Air Force Base, this soup has a big fan following you cannot ignore.   It is an enormous bowl with filled one of the classic Vietnamese “Phos” (soups)offered atLinh’s Bistro.  This meal sized, magical creation contains broth, shaved pork and pieces of shrimp.   Sure you can get it with clear rice noodles, but we prefer the egg noodle option (#34 on the menu). Vegetables and scallions also line the bowl, but that’s not all.  The soup is served with a side plate of jalapenos, bean sprouts cilantro and lime.  Separate some cilantro leaves from the stems and drop them into the bowl.  This soup defines the words Food Adventure, and will help you sharpen your spoon and chopstick skills like a jedi knight.

 

 

 

 

13) THE FRENCH ONION SOUP at DOUBLEDAY’S GRILL & TAVERN: 
Lets be honest.  Any one of Doubleday’s soups could make this list.  In a restaurant known for their homemade soups, this one is a favorite. Dayton  regulars have stuffed the Doubleday’s restaurants for decades, and many have felt the hot, gooey dripping flavor of the french onion soup.  It is easy to get lost in their large menu, but don’t overlook this “must eat.” The steaming pot of soup is perfect for a snowy day.  Hunks of drunken toast and mounds of that crispy cheese.  This is heaven.  Try their Chicken Pot Pie Soup and Potato Soup as well.

 

14) THE NEW ORLEANS STYLE GUMBO at JIMMIES LADDER 11: 

The New Orleans Gumbo from Jimmie’s Ladder 11

Hearty, rich and just the right spiciness, this soup is one of those “OMG” moments when you take a bite.  Owner Jimmie Brandell is no stranger to soups, having managed one of the iconic “Upper Krust” locations for years.  The soup is perfect.  They really hit the mark on this one.  Order a bowl and wake up your taste buds.  Goes perfect with their craft beer selections and sandwiches!  It has a bit of a kick, but can be jazzed up a bit with some tabasco sauce.  Everyday is Mardi Gras at Ladder 11.  Their extensive menu is terrific from signature sandwiches and salads, to pizzas and a few upstate New York favorites.

 

 

 

 

Bullwinkle’s Clam Chowder is made in house

15) THE CLAM CHOWDER AT BULLWINKLE’S: 
Clam Chowder at a rib place?  The answer is yes.  This soup is homemade and downright hearty.  Generous chunks of clams in a mix of potatoes and cream sauce make this one of our “Must Eats.”  Not many people know about this soup, but now you do.  We are not responsible for any addictions.  Make sure you start your meal here with this savory favorite.  Their menu is filled with amazing items like this one.  Owner and manager John has been producing quality foods here since the 1980’s.  The result is a cult following, and BBQ expert.

 

 

16) THE CHILI AT ARCHER’S TAVERN: 
Every year, Archer’s holds a chili cookoff.  The winning chili goes on the menu for a year.  All proceeds from the contest go to the Centerville High School’s Culinary Arts Program!  This year’s result was an amazing chili and a charitable donation!  The current chili is the result of David Klass’ wining comb of a hearty beer chili cooked with Dayton’s sister city beer from Germany, called Reigele.   A bold, tasty bowl of chili with a little bit of heat.  The spiciness is subtly kept in check by the beer which mellows everything.   We definitely prefer it topped with onions and cheese. with a  splash of one of Uncle Jester’s Hot Sauces.   This chili beat out a dozen others and went though a tie breaker before being named to the menu .  How can you not love a delicious chili born of charity ?

 

17) THE WILD MUSHROOM BISQUE at CHRISTOPHER’S RESTAURANT:

Mushroom Bisque at Christopher’s

Vegetarians  rejoice!  This Dayton soup is for you.  A fresh, home-made delicious recipe means a warm feeling in every spoonful.  The taste of the fresh mushrooms is incredible, as they are wild and organic.   Christopher’s thrives on making quality, homemade soups, and this choice is the star.  Check it out and pair it with one of their delicious sandwiches.  The restaurant atmosphere is homey, and lends to the comfort factor of feeling at home with this warming soup for the soul.  The soup is nice and a little thicker than most mushroom soups you will encounter.   It is a just a feel good flavor and will be a delightful surprise to your taste buds.  This restaurant takes their soups and food seriously.

 

 

18) TOM YUM GOONG SOUP from HOUSE OF THAI: 

Tom Yum Soup from Tik’s Thai Grill

Chef Dang at House of Thai does not get much publicity here in Dayton, but comes with a national pedigree of success.  A world studied chef, she has learned to cook with some of the best in the planet at her side.  One of her specialties is the Tom Yum Goong Soup.  Her take on this shrimp and mushroom broth in a hot and sour broth is an amazing menu item featured at this hidden gem.  Please go visit this eatery in Beavercreek known for their Pad Thai.   Not many people are familiar with this delicious Thai restaurant, but the soup deserves a spot on this list.  It is obviously an old family recipe, and it is as fun to eat as it is to say the name.  This is chin dripping, grab your napkin style good eats.  If you are going to do it up, do it up right at the House of Thai.   Guaranteed to help drive sinus infections away !

 

Pickle Soup from Blind Bob’s

19) THE PICKLE SOUP from BLIND BOB’S: 
Don’t be fooled by the sound of it, don’t judge a book by its cover.  This is one of the best soups in Dayton.  The flavor isn’t sharp, it is surprisingly mild and rich.  If you like cream of broccoli soup, this is an even better spin on it.  We congratulate Blind Bob’s for not only the uniqueness of this soup, but for the amazing taste.  The restaurant and its menu certainly have a strong cult following in Dayton.  Pair this soup up with one of their burger selections.   Also, Blind Bob’s many craft beers go great with this pickle so

 

 

 

 

 

20) SEAFOOD CHOWDER from DOROTHY LANE MARKET:  Maybe because it

Seafood Chowder from Dorothy Lane Market

simmers all day, it enhances the flavor.  Whatever the reason, we are entranced with this self-serve option to go at Dorothy Lane Market for this incredible soup.  Rich and creamy are two terms that simply cannot be stressed enough.  Chunks of fish and more fill the soup with corn and other vegetables. This is a nice, thick soup. We can’t inhale it fast enough on hungry rainy days.  If there ever was a bowl you wanted to lick clean, this would be the one…. but the bowl is made of paper so we won’t be licking anything clean.   Secret tip … get some raw oysters on the half shell in your cart from the seafood department and enjoy them at home with this soup. Oh my goodness gracious.

 

Vegetarian Chili and Tequila Chili from Lucky’s Taproom

21) TEQUILA CHILI at LUCKY’S TAPROOM:  
Unique blast of flavor from the kitchen at Lucky’s using liquor.  Owner Andrew Trick has developed an underground following for his terrific food. This chili is a highlight on the menu and one of the most loved items.  Lucky’s offers a regular or vegetarian option.  Recommendation: There is no better pairing on this list than the Tequila Chili and one of Lucky’s numerous craft beers.  So go to Lucky’s, thumb through the beer booklet, pick one out, and thank us later.  The atmosphere adds to the experience and somehow makes everything taste better.

 

22) THE GUINNESS ONION SOUP AT NICK’S RESTAURANT:  

French Onion Soup at Nick’s Restaurant

Gooey, warm, and wonderful soup that is the pride of Xenia.  The soup is always made from scratch by their “soup nazi.”  This soup is served in a unique bowl, with a mound of cheese and few gigantic croutons.  But what hit us most is the rich flavor of the hot broth.   Yes, the hot broth dripping down your chin, as you swallow some of the cheesy strings.  Take a spoonful and you will immediately see why this soup made the cut.  It even has a slightly smoky flavor to it.  Winter days were made for this stuff.  Add some Asian Persuasion wings or a Nick Burger and you have meal that could be celebrated for any occasion.

 

Coconut Soup from Siam Pad Thai

23) THE COCONUT SOUP at SIAM PAD THAI: 
Another exotic choice on this list.  Cherry tomatoes, lime juice and mushrooms highlight the ingredients in this soup.  The tangy, light flavor make this soup the most refreshing on our list.  Owner, Fon Chrisman is a culinary genius in Thai food.  Her restaurant is currently on hiatus and is moving to the area near Patterson and Shroyer Rd.  When Siam Pad Thai, reopens in a couple of months, we suggest you pair this soup with one of their Thai dishes, or specialty sushi rolls. We promise you will be craving this soup in no time.  Fresh, healthy and light, are most o f the items on this menu. Enjoy this Asian specialty, which is not like any other soup on this list.

 

Hot n Sour Soup from Young Chow

24)  THE HOT AND SOUR SOUP at YOUNG CHOW:  
Young Chow is the New York style Chinese carry out at Dorothy Lane and 48 which has quietly cranked out quick eats for over 2 decades.  One of their most popular items makes our list.  It is the Hot n Sour Soup. We scald ourselves every time, because we cant wait to get into this soup’s shredded goodness.  A perfect balance of tofu, pepper and pork, this appetizer is fantastic.  This soup made the list based on pure taste.  And guess what else, the price is nice.   We looked at your fortune cookie, it says you need to go to Young Chow and try the Kung Pao too !

 

25) CALDO DE POLLO at EL TORO:
An old school soup for the generations. It is packed with avocados, shredded chicken, vegetables and a tasty broth. Fresh flavors abide as does a punch of lime juice. How about a nice Corona Light with this choice?  Even though it is listed under soups, the bowl is a mean in itself.  Accompanied by pico de gallo and lime
wedges.  Time to eat, El Hefe.

 

26) TOM YUM SOUP at TIK’s THAI GRILL:  A spicy broth filed with mushrooms and green scallions.  They also call this “Lemongrass Soup.”  It also includes a secret combo of Thai herbs, lemongrass, tomato, and lime juice.  The lime juice packs a punch right back to the lime juice that started the whole thing.   One of the most complex soups on  the list.  Pick one up at the drive thru at the Bellbrook location, or dine in for a fun, friendly experience with Tik’s staff.

 

 

27) CURRY UDON NOODLE SOUP from ARIAKE SUSHI BAR :  A thick, soup with curry flavors and a nutty aroma.  Slices of pork, egg slices and wheat noodles fill the bowl.  It is a challenge to eat this without getting your chin or shirt dripped on, but the noodles are fantastic.  This is an authentic Japanese recipe, from the Japanese owners.  It is one of the most popular dish in Japan.   It is rare to find such and authentic Japanese menu in the Dayton area.

 

The last spoonfuls of Kabuki’s Spicy Vegetable Soup

28) THE SPICY VEGETABLE SOUP from KABUKI:  This soup is complimentary with big dinner orders.  It is a fantastic mix of spicy pepper broth, bean sprouts and onions.  This can clear your sinuses and make your cold feel better all at the same time.  It is the perfect tune up for a sushi feast.  Enjoy the color and aroma of the soup, it tastes as good as it looks.  We have come to learn that at Kabuki, everything is great.

 

Pozole from Chiapas Mexican Grill

29) THE POZOLE from CHIAPAS MEXICAN GRILL:  The owner of Chiapas tells us this is his grandmother’s recipe for a chicken and hominy soup.  The broth is soothing yet spicy.  The chicken is tender and shreds of it soak between hominy corn.  Radishes float on top of this beautiful looking soup.  One of the most unique soups on this list, it is authentic Mexican fare.

 

Seafood Gazpacho from Taqueria Mixteca

30) PULPO CAMARONES COCKTAIL en SALSA (Seafood Gespacho) from TAQUERIA MIXTECA
Served cold, this tomato based soup is stocked full of seafood.  From huge shrimp, to baby octopus and calamari, it is not for the squeamish.  Hardcore seafood lovers, however, will eat it up.  It is served in a gigantic goblet and is easily enough for two or –more.  The vegetables and slices of avocado make the soup.

 

We have two honorable mentions:

a) SHRIMP and PORK SATE from PHO MI – so close to making the list

b) ROADKILL CHILI from TANKS –  Great flavor and Best name for a chili .. ever

That’s it for the locally owned and mom and pop places…

And now, one final thing..

 

Chicken Gnocchi Soup from Olive Garden

10 BEST CHAIN RESTAURANT SOUPS

  
–Chicken Gnocchi from Olive Garden
–Chicken Noodle Soup at Bob Evans
–Broccoli Cheddar from Panera
–Clam Chowder at Red Lobster
–CoreLife’s Bone Broth Soups
–PF Changs Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup
–Tomato Basil at AppleBees
–Chicken Pot Pie from Zoup
–Frisch’s Vegetable Soup
–Mongolian Grill’s Tomato Basil

 

 

That is it, that’s our list !  What did we miss?  Do you agree or disagree with our choices ??  Please comment below and tell us your thoughts.

Meanwhile, check out our incredible photo gallery of Dayton’s best soups, below and “like” Food Adventures on Facebook by CLICKING HERE !

 

The Tom Young Goong Soup from House of Thai

Curry Udon Noodle Soup at Ariake Sushi Bar

 

Pozole from Chiapas Mexican Grill

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Oscar Week -Top 60 FOOD Scenes in Movies

February 24, 2017 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

“Bluto’s Cafeteria Scene” in Animal House

With the Oscars approaching, we thought we would do a little twist..  As you know, our blog usually centers around local Food Adventures.  Thousands of fellow Miami Valley foodies discuss, like, suggest and comment on various Dayton area restaurants, festivals, photos and events.  We even have a website, DaytonFoodies.com

What we don’t have (yet) is a movie studio.  Being fanatical fans of delicious grub, we have developed a love for various movie scenes over our lifetime.  With the Oscars coming up this Sunday, we thought the timing was right for a list of our favorite movie scenes with food…

This guy is about to get “Whacked” at dinner

A little unorthodox, but what the heck… here is our “Top 60 Food Adventures” of Hollywood.

 

So here , without further delay, Food Adventures with the Big Ragu, Chef House and Hungry Jax present our list of..

THE TOP 60 CLASSIC DINING and FOOD SCENES in MOVIES (click on the movie title for a link to see a video of the scene)

 

Oliver wants some more soup, you bastards

1—ANIMAL HOUSE – “BLUTO’S CAFETERIA SCENE”:  
Who can forget this classic scene with Belushi scarfing down food at his college cafeteria. The scene ends with Bluto’s imitation of a zit and the famous “food fight” yell.  This could easily be Big Ragu at MCL Cafeteria.

 

2— THE GODFATHER – “MICHAEL’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT SHOOTING”:

Charlie Chaplin is so poor he has to eat his shoe

Incredibly tense scene at an Italian restaurant between two mob families that ends in murder.  The other scenes in the Godfather that make honorable mention are “Leave the gun, take the cannoli scene”  and “the Godfather’s Orange scene.”

 

3— OLIVER! – “PLEASE SIR, I WANT SOME MORE”:  
The little orphan gets ballsy and approaches the mean orphanage director for seconds on soup. In this poor setting, it doesnt go over so well.  Preceded by the classic song “Food Glorious Food.”  A musical for the ages.

 

Spaghetti dinner for Lady and the Tramp

4— LADY AND THE TRAMP – “SPAGHETTI DINNER”:  
One of Hungry Jax’s favorites. A Disney animated classic about puppy love.  Who can forget the two dogs eating the same strand of spaghetti into a kiss?  The first “nose nudging” of a meatball scene in movie history.  If only every first date was like this one, with Italian music in the background.

 

5—THE GOLD RUSH – “SHOE FOR DINNER“:

Goodfellas, Sausages and Bulldogs


Charlie Chaplin
plays this lovable man who is down on his luck in this silent film.  Hungry and poor on Thanksgiving, there is no food left, so he decides to eat his leather shoe.  The result is one of the classic scenes in film history, from a true genius.

 

Poison Apple for Snow White

6— “GOODFELLAS BACKYARD PICNIC”:  
A classic mob movie with lots of food scenes.  Chef House loves this scene where everybody is eating sausages and taking care of business at the back yard picnic.  Two other scenes worth noting are the “SPAGHETTI and KETCHUP” scene and the “DINNER IN PRISON” scene.  Both classic views into the Italian mob life and how important food was to them.

 

7— SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARVES: “THE APPLE”:  

Gump and a box of Chocolates

A creepy scene where the witch tempts Snow White with a poisoned apple.  Asking her just to “make a wish and take a bite.”  Don’t do it Snow White, that bitch is cray cray…  This Disney animated movie was groundbreaking artistic work at the time.

 

8—FORREST GUMP: “BOX OF CHOCOLATES”:  
Mama always said “Life is like a box of chocolates… you never know what you’re gonna get.”  When Tom Hanks uttered these words, so was born one of the most famous lines in movie history.  Ether Price agrees.

Kim Basinger cools off

9— 9 1/2 Weeks – “EROTIC REFRIGERATOR SCENE”:  
Who could forget this sexy scene with Kim Basinger and Mickey Rourke when he still had his own face.  Spilled milk, honey and strawberries never looked so good.  Like many movie scenes, the background music made it a classic.  Here it was the 1964 song “Bread and Butter” by the Newbeats.

 

10— ROCKY – “RAW EGGS FOR BREAKFAST”:

Rocky and Raw Eggs

A boxer has to do what he has to do to get some protein in this world.  Sylvester Stallone gulps down some raw eggs before dawn in this unforgettable scene.  Yo Adrian, he has to get ready for Apollo Creed ya know?

 

11— WHEN HARRY MET SALLY – “ORGASM AT KATZ DELICATESSEN”:
Meg Ryan
does her best imitation of having a big “O” in the middle of a crowded deli.  The scene is an instant classic and is cemented in the annuals in a movie mostly about the battle of the sexes.    We have never seen anyone do this at DiSalvo’s Deli, 5th Street Deli or Flyboys

Meg Ryan loves her deli sandwich !

Deli, thank goodness.  The scene ends with the customer across the restaurant saying the classic line “I’ll have what she’s having.”

 

12— CHRISTMAS VACATION – “TIME TO CUT THE TURKEY”:
Chevy Chase
digs in with all the family, including cousin Eddie.  He finds the turkey a bit overdone and dry.  But hey, they are going to have the hap happiest Christmas since Bing Crosby danced with Danny friggin Kaye.  Two other famous food line in this scene:

I found the heart !

“Aunt Bethany, does your cat by any chance eat jello?” — I don’t know about the cat, but I sure am enjoying it.”  Also “he’s just yackin on a bone”.. blllleeeaack.. he got it up.”  And who could forget the egg nog scene1 and egg nog scene 2

 

What’s Your Problem?

13— THE BREAKFAST CLUB – “LUNCH SCENE”:
A Preppy, a Jock, a Nerd, a Stoner and a Weirdo unpack their lunch.  From Sushi to donuts and pixie stix, the result is a classic foodie scene. This movie is a perfect look into high school life in the 1980’s.  Thank goodness no one took Mike Bender up on his “eat my shorts” offer.  There are a ton of great lines in this one including “Where’s your lunch?” — You’re Wearing it…

Chilled Monkey Brains

 

14— INDIANA JONES and THE TEMPLE of DOOM – “CHILLED MONKEY BRAINS”:  
In another country, Indy Jones and his crew must learn not to insult “his highness” and eat the exotic and downright disgusting dishes served up one after the other.  Snake Suprise?  Chilled Monkey brains? Huge Beetles? When eyeball soup is the soup du jour, you might want to leave and go to Rue Dumaine instead.

 

Willy Wonka sips syrup from a candy cup

15— WILLY WONKA – “THE CHOCOLATE ROOM”:
Gene Wilder
unleashes the brats into his world of pure imagination.  Ladies and gentlemen… the chocolate room.  You can even eat the dishes.  But the damn Augustus kid falls into the chocolate river and ruins all the fun.

 

16— E.T. the EXTRA TERRESTRIAL: “E.T. TRIES REESE’S PIECES”:
Drew Barrymore and Elliot
get E.T. into the house by using a trail of Reese’s Pieces.  This scene put that candy on the map.  It is crazy to imagine that an alien would come all this way and love processed chocolate.

Don’t Let this man bite your Big Kahuna Burger

 

17— PULP FICTION – “ROYALE WITH CHEESE”:
John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson
have a classic discussion about McDonalds in France.  Another great food scene in this movie worth mentioning is the “Big Kahuna Burger scene.” Don’t ever let Samuel L. Jackson take a sip of your soft drink.

What’s in the pot?

 

18— FATAL ATTRACTION – “PET RABBIT IN THE POT”:
Horrifying climax to a stalker scene where Glenn Close’s character boils the pet rabbit.  She’s “not going to be ignored.”  We think the family probably ended up ordering out for delivery that night, after this scene.  Worst Food Adventure on film.

 

Do NOT drink Chianti with this Mofo

19— SILENCE OF THE LAMBS – “LIVER, FAVA BEANS, CHIANTI”:
When psycho cannibals brag about eating whiners with wine, you have a classic movie clip.  We don’t like whiners either, but prefer to avoid them, rather then sautee them.  Oh well, Anthony Hopkin’s other mention is from Hannibal – WARNING in this GRAPHIC SCENE, he feeds Ray Liotta’s character a piece of his brain, lightly pan seared.  Don’t look for this on any Food Adventure menus, anytime soon.

 

20—WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BABY JANE – “RATS IN THE CELLAR”:

When we see a covered dish, we remember this scene…


Bette Davis
is a vengeful servant in this dark 1962 film also starring Joan Crawford.  Blanch’s Lunch scene is unforgettable.To this day whenever we see a covered dish… we just don’t know what lurks beneath!  She could have at least served her some side dishes with this meal, don’t you think ?  Heartless wench!

 

Yeah Dad, just fold the bread and jam it in there

21—KRAMER vs KRAMER – “FRENCH TOAST”:
A newly separated dad finds out that making his son’s favorite breakfast is not so simple.  Also, it reiterates the importance of hot pads.  Later in the movie you see the pair have come full circle and have turned breakfast into a well oiled machine… It is a sad scene because they have just found out they are going to be separated again by a judge’s order in divorce court.  You’ll never look at French toast the same again….

You want your steak? HERE !

 

22—RAGING BULL – “DON’T OVERCOOK MY STEAK”:
A look into an abusive Italian boxer’s relationship with his wife.  When she has had enough of his grief she serves him his dinner, he flips out in return.  Just remember this was based on a true story.  Robert Deniro won a Best Actor Oscar for his performance of real life fighter,  Jake LaMotta.  The film was shot in black and white.

Hit the Rock during prayer

23—TALLADEGA NIGHTS – “DINNER PRAYER”:
A politically incorrect, yet very funny take on a NASCAR family saying a prayer before their meal.  Hilarity ensues.  Some of the best one liners on this list are in this scene.  Not for the easily offended.

The Hit King doesn’t like Hair in his Sushi

24—BRUNO – “PETE ROSE’S SUSHI”:
Although this scene was in the credits.  It is one of the most hilarious food scenes ever.  Pete Rose is brought in for what he thinks is a legit interview.  There is no furniture so he has to sit on people, and the scene climax is dinner being served.  The catch is, the sushi is laid out on the prone body of a hairy , large man.  Bon appetite Pete!  His reaction is priceless, as is his response.  Now we know why he prefers Montgomery Inn.

Deck The Halls with Bells of Holly ….

 

25—A CHRISTMAS STORY – “CHINESE CHRISTMAS DINNER”:  
Who could forget the waiters singing “Deck the Halls” to the family at Christmas dinner?  This cult classic is a part of the holiday season each year.  Also, we learn that Peking Duck is Chinese Turkey to a kid!

The guy on the left isn’t stretching

26—BLAZING SADDLES – “CAMPFIRE DINNER”:  
See what happens when the cowboys sit down at the campfire after days of eating pork n beans.  One of the first gas scenes in motion picture history.  Lesson, if you have been eating beans, don’t turn your back to the camp fire.  “How bout some more beans Mr Taggart?” — I’d say you’ve had enough…

The Battle of Wits

27—THE PRINCESS BRIDE– WINE WITH VIZZINI:  
The battle of wits has begun.  Which glass is poisoned with the deadly iocaine powder?  One of funniest character scenes in the movie.  The unforgettable line, “Never go in against a Sicilian when death is on the line! hahahahaha… (plop)”   This scene had to make the list…

You’re a Hooka?

28— ARTHUR – “DINNER WITH A HOOKER”:  
This one is broken up into 3 clips. a) Arthur meets his date for the evening.  b) Arthur realizes his date’s occupation  c) Dinner ends and Arthur’s aunt Pearl is across the dining room.   This movie is a riot and the upscale restaurant scene is worthy of a top spot on this list.  “Are you a hooka?  Jezzus I forgot, I just thought I was doing great with you.”  Probably not the thing to say in a posh, elegant eatery.  We miss Dudley Moore.

We’re puttin’ the band back together

 

29— THE BLUES BROTHERS – “FINE DINING RESTAURANT SCENE”:  
The genius of Dan Akroyd and John Belushi’s characters in the most unexpected of places.  Nothing says threatening your friends to join your band by showing up at their work and threatening to disrupt the entire place.  Well.. actually disrupting the entire place and disturbing the entire dining room.  All because they are putting the band back together and need the waiter in their horn section.

Presto Wingso

30— HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S  STONE –  “FEAST at HOGWARTS”:
A giant feast in the hall has Harry Potter and his friends in awe.  Does anyone know a Pepto Bismol spell?  And you know it’s not a dinner party until “Nearly Headless Nick” shows up.  Eat up Harry, your adventure awaits…

 

31— TOMMY BOY – “MY PRETTY NEW PET”:
Chris Farley’s
scene in a diner, where he tells a

Ohhhh Nooooo !

waitress why he ruins everything he touches.   David Spade’s comments on Shrimp Cocktail are also classic.  Farley wins the sympathy of the waitress who fires up the deep fryer to make Tommy Boy some chicken wings.  “Tommy likey, Tommy want wingy..”  Some people are now calling Big Ragu “biscuit” because of this scene.

 

32— MRS DOUBTFIRE – “PIE ON HER FACE”:  
Without his female mask, Robin Williams’ character has to do some quick thinking when a guest stops by to visit Mrs Doubtfire.  Thankfully a pie in the refrigerator helps save the day.

Hellooooooo !

Putting whip cream on his face from the pie, Mrs. Doubtfire appears, apologizing for wearing her nightly meringue mask, part of her beauty regiment.”  A great scene, where she even drop a bit of the mask cream into her guests coffee.

 

33—CADDYSHACK – “BABY RUTH IN THE POOL”:
When someone flings a candy bar into the pool, paranoia ensues.   People bail and finally Spaulding snorkles up to the BabyRuth bar and screams “Doodie!”  Another great food related joke from the movie is Rodney Dangerfield in the Country Club restaurant saying  “This steak still has marks where the jockey was hitting it.”  Or how about Rodney in  the pro shop saying “buy a hat like this and you get a

Doodie !

free bowl of soup.”

 

34—THE UNTOUCHABLES- “BAT DINNER”:
Who could forget this intense movie clip? Robert Deniro’s classic scene playing Al Capone talking to his men, about baseball.  This conversation has a surprise ending at dinner.  It might be hard to eat dessert after this scene.

 

What da ya mean ya don’t tip ?

35—RESERVOIR DOGS – “I DON’T TIP”:
Steve Buscemi
goes on a rant in this Quenten Tarantino film about gratuity.  “Mr Pink” is pretty much every waiter and waitresses worst nightmare.  A classic roundtable ensues of crooks and murderers discussing the finer points of manners.

Be Our Guest !

36— BEAUTY AND THE BEAST – “BE OUR GUEST”:
Animated classic scene with marching of the banquet food.  When your candle holders, plates and tea kettle start singing about how they are tired of collecting dust.  It is time to throw a dinner party.  One of Hungry Jax’s favorite scenes.

 

YEEEEEOOWWWAAA !

37— YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN – “DINNER WITH THE BLIND MAN”:  
Nothing pisses a Frankenstein monster off more that hot soup dumped on his crotch, a mishandled toast, and lighting his finger and cigar at once.  This comical scene based on the original horror classic is unforgettable.  Peter Boyle and Gene Hackman are perfect in this one.

 

38—BACK TO THE FUTURE – “TAB, PEPSI FREE”:

The moment you realize that’s your dad 30 years ago

Oh the change in language a few decades can cause.  Marty McFly newly stuck in 1954, stumbles into a diner and learns it is more difficult to order something to drink than he expects.  Then he realizes he is sitting next to his 18 year old dad.

 

Learn the 4 Food groups – North Pole style

39— ELF – “THE FOUR FOOD GROUPS”:
We learn from Will Ferrell that the four food groups are indeed  candy, candy canes, candy corn and syrup.  We had it all wrong!  Oh well, the Christmas season is a time for learning, so we will try maple syrup on spaghetti during our next pasta night.

 

You think you could keep the snails off the food….

40— THE JERK – “SNAILS ON HER PLATE”:
Steve Martin’s
character flips out when he orders escargot then goes ballistic because there are snails on the plate.  “You would think at a fancy restaurant like this, at these prices you would be able to keep the snails off the food.”  Equally funny is the line “2 boobs, that’s what he takes us for.”  Watch the clip and you will see why.  Also, check this clip of Navin’s birthday meal “Tuna fish salad on white bread with mayonnaise, a Tab and a couple of twinkies.”

A little ham and eggs comin at ya

41—ANCHORMAN – “A LITTLE JAZZ FLUTE”:
Ron Burgandy
wows the dinner crowd like only he can.  Suave 70’s style and seductive sultry flute notes is all he needs.  “A little ham and eggs comin at ya.”  If only every restaurant had jazz flute night.

 

42—ANNIE HALL – “LOBSTERS ON THE LOOSE”: 
Woody Allen and Diane Keaton’s </strong>characters, try to cook live lobsters.  The result is they are both scared to handle to

Whenever I wake up ….

live creatures and they somehow end up crawling away on the kitchen floor, behind the refrigerator. Woody’s worried comments only add to the comedy.

 

43— MY BEST FRIENDS WEDDING – “I SAY A LITTLE PRAYER FOR YOU”: 
When Julia Robert’s character attends an engagement dinner, her friend breaks out an old Dionne Warwick/ Bert Bacharach song.  The result is the entire table singing an unforgettable

He’s gonna ….

version of “Say a Little Prayer.”  This scene was an instant classic, and propelled the career of Rupert Everett as well.  Feast and song, every Food Adventure should be so fun.

 

44—STAND BY ME – “BARF-O-RAMA”: 
A story of revenge is the reason for this scene.  Never in the history of cinema has their been more people puking on camera in a scene.  A pie eating contest gone wrong at the county fair is the premise of this legendary “barf” story.  People projectile vomiting blueberry pies, for your viewing pleasure

And to drink… Peru !

45— BETTER OFF DEAD- “FRENCH BREAD, PERU”:  
A foreign exchange student is welcomed to the USA by her host family in an absurd display of “french” food.  This underrated teen movie classic, addresses obsession, foreign students, and paperboys just trying to collect… two dollars.

 

Dinner with Samantha’s family

46— SIXTEEN CANDLES – “DINNER WITH GRANDPARENTS”:
Long duck Dong tries Keesh pie and explains at the dinner party that he pushes the lawnmower so Grandpa’s “Hyena” don’t get disturbed.  This John Hughes classic shows the tough life of a teenage in the 80’s being embarrassed by your parents and grandparents, all while chasing the guy of your dreams.

 

47—GROUNDHOG DAY – “BIG BREAKFAST”:  

Bill Murray is HUNGRY

Living the same day over and over can cause you problems.  But one of the benefits is you can eat whatever you want to, and it doesnt matter.  Bill Murray drinks out of the coffee pitcher, orders donuts and pancakes, all in a day’s breakfast.

 

48—FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF – “SAUSAGE KING SCENE”:  

Yes… I’m Abe Froman the Sausage King of Chicago

When trying to get seated at a posh restaurant, Ferris looks at the guest book and sees the name “Abe Fromann.”   When he tells the host, he realizes he has just claimed to be the sausage king of Chicago.  This was one of Ferris’ few failures of the day. 

 

Food and PFFFFT !

49— THE NUTTY PROFESSOR – “KLUMPS DINNER and FART SCENE”:  
When you invite the Klumps to dinner, you might want to make sure you have some renuiz-it air freshener on hand.  Even little “Herc-a-leees” gets into the gas game.  Eddie Murphy plays almost every character in this scene.

Horatio Sands has a Microwave in his sweatpants

50— ROAD TRIP – “YOUR FRENCH TOAST IS ALMOST DONE”:
Before you say your waiter is a nice guy, make sure he isn’t dipping your French toast in his underpants to steam it.  Horatio Sans is that waiter.  Not Oscar worthy, but a scene you won’t soon forget.

 

51— MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING – “BUNDT CAKE”:
The fun of language barriers and cultural differences is exposed in this scene.  A simple

Bundthh , Bunddth , BUNT Bunddth, BUN, BUNDT

gesture, such as giving a cake for a gift causes an English lesson and confusion.  Next time, just bring the Greek family a bottle of Ouzo. OPA !

 

52— AMERICAN PIE – “ITS JUST LIKE WARM APPLE PIE”:  
When asking his friends what it is like losing his virginity, his friend tells him it is like warm apple pie.  Somehow this leads to him being caught by his dad while making it with a pie.  Ahh the things parents have to deal with.

Warm Apple Pie

53— MONTY PYTHON’S THE MEANING OF LIFE – “BIG GUY IN A RESTAURANT”:
A large, “difficult” customer in every way, in an upscale restaurant sets the scene.  This clip shows the inherent humor in the actions of waiters in posh restaurants, literally putting up with everything a client does.  Enjoy the surprise ending.

 

54— NATIONAL LAMPOONS VACATION – “THE DOG WENT ON THE PICNIC BASKET”:
No worse time to realize you are eating a sandwich soaked in dog pizz, than when you are flirting with supermodel Christie Brinkley.  Chevy Chase’s dance moves with wheat bread

Sandwich a little wet?

are the best in the business.

 

55— ACE VENTURA 2- “DO I HAVE SOMETHING IN MY TEETH?“:
The over the top comedy of Jim Carrey on display in another one liner.  This one involves food and holds the records for most asparagus in a mouth in movie history.

Do I have something in my teeth?

56—THE WOLF OF WALL STREET – “CHEST POUND at the RESTAURANT”:
You’re at a high rise restaurant, and your business associate starts humming and pounding his chest.   In between the olives and martinis you listen to his speech.  Is he crazy or a genius?  You decide.  

 

57— DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS – “RUPRECHT”:  
A great scene with Steve Martin and Michael Caine as they plan to scam a woman out of her riches.  You wont look at applesauce and corked forks the same way ever again.

Can I go to the bathroom? thank you ….

 

58— AS GOOD AS IT GETS – “RESTAURANT”:
When you have obsessive compulsive disorder like Jack Nicholson does in this film, someone sitting in your favorite restaurant table can be a bit difficult to deal with.  There are so many good food scenes in this movie. From the many deli scenes, to using bacon for dog treats, it was hard to pin down one favorite moment.

Eat Tina !

59—NAPOLEON DYNAMITE – “TINA, EAT THE FOOD”:
What is more strange, Napoleon Dynamite or the fact that he has a Llama as a pet.  The disgusted main character hates everything, including feeding the pet.  “Tina you fat lard, come get some dinner.”  Aaahh the frustrated life of a high school kid.

 

60—THE BIG LEBOWSKI – “GROCERY SCENE”:
The dude, in a bath robe at the grocery, decides to open a carton of half & half for a test smell.  This is the opening scene of the movie.  Sometimes there’s a man, who’s the man for his time and place and apparently the laziest man in Los Angeles county.

The dude

Honorable Mention: a) “The Donut Bribe Scene” in the Canadian classic movie “STRANGE BREW.”  It is the famous scene that brought us the phrase ” It’s a jelly .”   This film made Bob and Doug Mckenzie cult classic heroes, and introduced us to a whole new vocabulary of slang phrases like “who horked our clothes?”  and “How’s it going eh?.” Ahh, such  International education value from these beer loving “brothers!”

You hoser, gimme a donut, eh ?

b) “Fink vs the Stomach Hot Dog Eating Contest” from the movie “MEATBALLS”  It stars Bill Murray as the best summer camp counselor of all time.  Look at those steaming wienies… Could this be the year that Fink beats the other camp eater, simply known as “The Stomach.”  Watch the whole movie and learn why … “It just doesn’t matter…. it just doesn’t matter…it just doesn’t matter.”

This is the year Fink beats”The Stomach”

 

So that’s it – our favorite food scenes.  Did we forget any?  Were there any on this list you disagree with ?  Comment below.

Enjoy the Oscars and remember to grab some Mikesells for the night.  Also  – “like” Food Adventures on Facebook by Clicking HERE.  Like all movie stars, we are also on TWITTER as well.  Please “follow” us.

 

Dinner, Baseball and a Home Run – The Untouchables

 

Lobster problems in the movie “Annie Hall”

 

 

 

 

It’s the Chest Pounding, humming, Wolf of Wall Street

Ordering with puke on his tux – Monthy Pythons Meaning of Life

OCD.. is easy as 1,2,3

Christmas Vacation – Dry Turkey

Christmas Vacation family

Willy Wonkas chocolate room

Willy Wonka’s chocolate room

Tommy Boy – deturd

Talladega Nights prayer

Stand by Me… pies

Hannibal the movie – that smells good

Charlie Chaplin forks a boot in Gold Rush

Reservoir Dogs – you dont tip ????

Harry Potter hungry

Feast for Harry Potter and friends

Oliver at the orphanage

Perfect French toast now

Kramer vs Kramer – french toast fail – burn hand

Goodfellas Garlic

Paulie in GoodFellas

Ketchup and noodles – old school – GOODFELLAS

Goodfellas – spiral time

Veal Dinner is interrupted – The Godfather

Christmas Story – the duck is smiling at me

Caddyshack – Baby Ruth in the pool

Peter Rose in Bruno

Blues Brothers

Beans on Blazing Saddles

Cherries – 9 1/2 weeks

Olives – 9 1/2 weeks

 

 

 

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All-Corvette Car Show

11:00 am
Giovanni's

What The Taco?!

11:00 am
Carillon Historical Park

Gem City Groundlings presents Macbeth!

2:00 pm
Roger Glass Center For The Arts

The Wild Women of Winedale

2:00 pm
Dayton Theatre Guild

The Understudy

3:00 pm
Beavercreek Community Theatre

Blessing of the Animals

3:00 pm
Southminster Presbyterian Church

Food Founder Night

4:00 pm
The Silos

The Lumpia Queen

4:00 pm
Stubbs Park

Thai Village On Wheels

5:00 pm
Miami Valley Sports Bar

Buffalo Trace Antique Collection Bourbon Tasting

6:00 pm
Manna Uptown
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Week of Events

Mon 16

Tue 17

Wed 18

Thu 19

Fri 20

Sat 21

Sun 22

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Recurring

Color Our World – The Art of Stories

June 16 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Recurring

Color Our World – The Art of Stories

Each session of this freeform art class will focus on a different children's book illustrators' works and provide children an...

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Lazy Baker Pizza Maker

June 16 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Lazy Baker Pizza Maker

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

$3 Burger Night

June 16 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

$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 - 7:00 pm Recurring

Mommy and Me Yoga

June 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Mommy and Me Yoga

You asked for it, and here it is- EVENING Mommy and Me Yoga at The Well! https://bit.ly/mommyandmeyogathewell But it's not...

$18
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Community Fitness Bootcamp

June 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Community Fitness Bootcamp

Join The Unit for an exciting bootcamp workout that will take you through RiverScape in a whole new way. Whether...

Free
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Monday Trivia Night

June 16 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Monday Trivia Night

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

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Chess Club!

June 16 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Chess Club!

The club is open to players of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced players.

Free
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

LGBT AA group

June 16 @ 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...

Free
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11:00 am - 1:00 pm

ShowDogs HotDogs

June 17 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

ShowDogs HotDogs

American Choice of Relish, Onion, Mustard and Ketchup $4.00 The German Kraut, Onions, Mustard $5.00 Memphis Bacon, BBQ Sauce, Cheese,...

12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

June 17 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

2:30 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

Bargain Tuesday: $6.50 Movie Day

June 17 @ 2:30 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

Bargain Tuesday: $6.50 Movie Day

Tuesday at the Neon in Downtown Dayton movies are just $6.50

$6.50
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Cloud Park Food Truck Rally

June 17 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Cloud Park Food Truck Rally

Get ready for a delicious summer in Huber Heights! Join us every other Tuesday starting May 6th through September 9th...

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Tai Chi & Qigong at the River

June 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Tai Chi & Qigong at the River

Offered by Immortal Tree Qigong. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and...

Free
7:00 pm

Reading: Vignettes of The Belonging Project

June 17 @ 7:00 pm

Reading: Vignettes of The Belonging Project

join us for a public reading of the second draft of Vignettes of The Belonging Project at The Loft Theatre...

Free
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

A Juneteenth Discussion

June 17 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

A Juneteenth Discussion

Presenter Karen D. Brame of Special Collections and esteemed guests of the community share on the past, present and future...

7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

Trivia with Rob

June 17 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

Trivia with Rob

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

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5:00 am - 9:00 pm Recurring

Free Wednesdays in June at the YMCA!

June 18 @ 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Recurring

Free Wednesdays in June at the YMCA!

🎉 Free Wednesdays in June at the YMCA! 🎉 No membership? No problem! Every Wednesday in June, you're invited to...

Free
9:45 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

ILLYS Fire Pizza

June 18 @ 9:45 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

ILLYS Fire Pizza

We are a mobile wood fired pizza company that specialize in turkey products such as Turkey pepperoni, Italian Turkey sausage,...

10:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Fairborn Farmers Market

June 18 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Fairborn Farmers Market

The Fairborn Farmers Market was established with the intent to provide the Fairborn community access to fresh and wholesome products...

Free
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

ACutAbove-Schnitzel&More

June 18 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

ACutAbove-Schnitzel&More

Pork Schnitzel Sandwich A German Classic, Pork loin, lettuce, tomato and secret sauce on a kaiser bun $13.00 Chicken Schnitzel...

11:00 am - 1:30 pm

What The Taco?!

June 18 @ 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

What The Taco?!

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

5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Spass Nacht 2025: An Austrian Festival

June 18 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Spass Nacht 2025: An Austrian Festival

In honor of Kettering’s sister city, Steyr, Austria, we celebrate with a Spass Nacht (translation: Fun Night). Strap on your...

Free
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Community Fitness Bootcamp

June 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Community Fitness Bootcamp

Join The Unit for an exciting bootcamp workout that will take you through RiverScape in a whole new way. Whether...

Free
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pride Month Panel Discussion: LGBTQIA+ Allyship & Inclusivity

June 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pride Month Panel Discussion: LGBTQIA+ Allyship & Inclusivity

will focus on LGBTQIA+ Allyship & Inclusivity, feature a panel discussion led by community leaders and educators, and include an...

Free
+ 4 More
8:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Cinn-Wagon food truck

June 19 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Cinn-Wagon food truck

Cinn-Wagon food truck will join us out front at Miami Valley Sports Bar on June 8, 12, 14, 15, 18, 19,...

9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Xenia Community Garage Sale

June 19 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Xenia Community Garage Sale

Browse through gently used and new items from the residents at Reserves of Xenia. Like any garage sale, you're bound...

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Fairborn Juneteenth Celebration

June 19 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Fairborn Juneteenth Celebration

This "Did you know" was brought to you by the Fairborn Lion's Club. On June 19th, 1865, the Union Soldiers...

11:30 am - 2:30 pm

Cousins Maine Lobster Truck

June 19 @ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm

Cousins Maine Lobster Truck

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Yellow Springs Juneteenth celebration

June 19 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Yellow Springs Juneteenth celebration

The community is invited to join the Coretta Scott King Center at Antioch College and the Yellow Springs Juneteenth Committee...

2:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Springboro Juneteenth Jubilee Blood Drive

June 19 @ 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Springboro Juneteenth Jubilee Blood Drive

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH VERSITI AT SOUTHWEST CHURCH!No matter the color of our skin, we all have the...

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A Midsummer’s Reading Bash

June 19 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A Midsummer’s Reading Bash

Have you been working hard to “Color Our World” for the Teen Summer Reading Program recently? If so, come relax...

Free
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Lebanon Farmers Market

June 19 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Lebanon Farmers Market

The Lebanon Farmers Market is open 4 pm to 7 pm every Thursday mid-May through mid-October.  We are located in...

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8:00 am - 9:00 am

African American Community Fund Annual Breakfast Meeting

June 20 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am

African American Community Fund Annual Breakfast Meeting

The Dayton Foundation’s African American Community Fund cordially invites you to its Annual Fundraising Breakfast Meeting on Friday, June 20,...

Free
9:00 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Xenia Community Garage Sale

June 20 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Xenia Community Garage Sale

Browse through gently used and new items from the residents at Reserves of Xenia. Like any garage sale, you're bound...

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Claybourne GRILLE

June 20 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Claybourne GRILLE

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Lumpia Queen

June 20 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Lumpia Queen

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

Cruise In at the Roadhouse

June 20 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

Cruise In at the Roadhouse

Cruise In at the Roadhouse is taking place at Rip Rap Roadhouse, which is located at 6024 Rip Rap Rd. in Huber Heights....

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Freakin Ricans Food Truck

June 20 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Freakin Ricans Food Truck

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sketcher Social Session: Advanced Drawing

June 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sketcher Social Session: Advanced Drawing

Sketcher Social Session: Advanced Drawing Join in the fun with fellow sketching enthusiasts for an in-depth experience with drawing. Each...

$40
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark

June 20 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark

Join us every Friday night at 6pm for Dayton's Best LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar!...

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8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

June 21 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

For over 20 years this market has been made up of a hardworking group of men, women and children, dedicated...

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Squeaky Wheels Cups & Cones

June 21 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Squeaky Wheels Cups & Cones

8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

June 21 @ 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

Join us every Saturday through Sept 13, 8.30 a.m. - 12 p.m. for local products including fresh produce, honey/jams, and...

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Oakwood Farmers Market

June 21 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Oakwood Farmers Market

The 2025 Oakwood Farmers’ Market will be held Saturdays, June 7th thru October 11th, from 9 am until 12pm. The...

9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Greene County Farmers Market

June 21 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Greene County Farmers Market

The outdoor Farmers Market on Indian Ripple Rd. in Beavercreek runs Saturdays, 9-1 even during the winter months. Check out...

9:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Shiloh Farmers Market

June 21 @ 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...

9:00 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Xenia Community Garage Sale

June 21 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Xenia Community Garage Sale

Browse through gently used and new items from the residents at Reserves of Xenia. Like any garage sale, you're bound...

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dayton Air Show

June 21 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dayton Air Show

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds The Thunderbirds will headline the 2025 Dayton Air Show. READ MORE U.S. Army Golden Knights Formed...

$35
+ 27 More
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

June 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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,...

9:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Dayton Air Show

June 22 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Dayton Air Show

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds The Thunderbirds will headline the 2025 Dayton Air Show. READ MORE U.S. Army Golden Knights Formed...

$35
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

The Historic Oregon District Summer Garden Tour!

June 22 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

The Historic Oregon District Summer Garden Tour!

⚘️ Enjoy a self-guided tour through vibrant private gardens and explore the natural beauty that makes the neighborhood so unique....

$25
11:00 am - 12:30 pm Recurring

Gelato Making Adventure

June 22 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Recurring

Gelato Making Adventure

$20
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Kid’s Pasta Class

June 22 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Kid’s Pasta Class

Kid's Pasta Class (For Ages 3-7) Bring your littles in for a fun hands-on pasta making where we'll hand-mix dough...

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Lazy Baker Pizza Maker

June 22 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Lazy Baker Pizza Maker

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

All-Corvette Car Show

June 22 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

All-Corvette Car Show

Enjoy food, fun and CORVETTE’S with GREATER DAYTON CORVETTE CLUB!! Join us in Fairborn for one Southwest Ohio’s best All...

Free
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

What The Taco?!

June 22 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

What The Taco?!

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

+ 12 More
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