Dayton Dining

$1.49 Specials to Celebrate Young’s Jersey Dairy’s 149th Birthday!

January 12, 2018 By Lisa Grigsby

Young’s is celebrating their 149th birthday with a weekend long celebration! You can visit the

Golden Jersey Inn, Dairy Store or Udders & Putters and get $1.49 specials today through Monday!

Enjoy special sales on food and fun all over the farm. Red, White & Blue Sundae: 3 dips, 3 toppings, $4.25. Keep the glass!

Look at the deals being featured:

Young’s Farmstead Cheese Specials:
Special sampler package of four kinds of Young’s Farmstead Cheese $5.99
We have two different samplers featuring eight of our farmstead cheeses made on our farm from our delicious Jersey cow milk. Bring home (at least) one of each sampler.

Dairy Store Specials:
One dip waffle cone $1.49
Cheeseburgers $1.49
Kid’s Meals $1.49
Fried Farmstead cheese curds $3.59

Golden Jersey Inn Specials:
Cheeseburgers $1.49
Kid’s Meals $1.49
Fried Farmstead cheese curds $3.59

Udders & Putters Specials:
Game of miniature golf $1.49
Medium bucket of golf balls $1.49

Here’s when they are open:

The Dairy Store & Young’s Farmstead Cheese Market

937-325-0629

Winter Hours
Jan 1st to Mar 12th &
Nov 6th to Dec 31st
Sun-Thur 7am-9pm
Fri & Sat 7am-10pm

The Golden Jersey Inn

937-324-2050

Fall & Winter Hours
Jan 1st to May 26th &
Aug 15th – Dec 31st
Mon-Thur 11am-8pm
Fri 11am-9pm
Sat 8am-9pm
Sun 8am-8pm

Udders & Putters and Cowvin’s Kiddie Corral

937-325-0502

Mid-January through February
Open Fri-Sun 11am-5pm

Animal Petting Zoo

937-325-0629

Open 10am-6 pm Nov – Mar

The Insiders Guide to Dayton’s FISH FRY Season 2018

January 12, 2018 By Dayton937 1 Comment

“The season has officially started. Dayton has the best “Fish Fry Season” around! When you hear “fish fry”, the words “boring” or “dull” may come to mind. Well let me tell you something…Dayton fish fries are nothing of the sort! Traditionally, fish fries were held on Fridays during the season of Lent as we Catholics don’t eat meat on those days. However, with the many Catholic parishes/schools and other organizations out there, and the amazing popularity of fish fries, they have expanded to Fridays outside of Lent as well. At a typical fish fry, you will be able to experience an amazing evening full of fish, chips (fries really), beer, silent auctions, black jack, poker, and much more! Plus, the cost you pay is significantly less than the amount you would spend on a night out on the town…and it supports a good cause! So, regardless of whether you are Catholic or not, definitely make a point to “catch” at least one or more of these great fish fries this season.“

The above was the intro to MostMetro’s very first fish fry round up, originally put together by Jane Krebs and it keeps getting bigger every year. Jane has moved on to other endeavors but we’ve kept up the tradition she started and you can find the area’s most comprehensive FISH FRY FINDER HERE. It’s always a work in progress, as many of the area church’s don’t have their their dates out yet ( St Peter, St. Paul, Holy Angles – talk to us!). So keep checking back for additions, and if you know of one we’ve missed, drop us a comment below.

St Christophers in Englewood is our #2 favorite

Food Adventures then gives you the in depth scoop on each and every fish fry. How do we know? Because we actually go to each one and support the causes each and every year! NO ONE else breaks down 35 Dayton area fish frys like The Food Adventures Crew … join us…We list the TOP SEASONAL FISH FRYS, and also offer a short list of the BEST RESTAURANT FISH FRYS.

So, cast your nets, throw your bait in the water and see what you can catch this fish fry season !! We even have scoop on a “Do it yourself Fish Fry”at home ! Read this article and be the smartest fish in your school. Must be 21 to attend, except for the fish frys that are family events.

DAYTON’S TOP 20 FISH FRYS IN ORDER !!!

Our Lady of the Rosary’s desserts are one reason this fish fry is #1

—1. OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY FISH FRY:
22 Notre Dame Ave. Dayton
This is our old #1 fish fry. It is still the best, but the secret is out and the lines are long. Take advantage of their multiple dates and get there early. $17 gets you endless food and beer, they don’t nickel and dime you here. This is a fun, laid back party. All you can eat Icelandic cod, chicken strips, fresh sausage (hot and regular), French fries, salad, cole slaw, cabbage and noodles, chocolate cake, apple crisp, popcorn, beer and soft drinks, and Chef Joseph, you get us with that peanut butter sheet cake every year. Talk about religious experience… but the cat is out of the bag on this secret, so get there early or the line will be around the cafeteria, but the fish here is different from any other.

Jan 12, Feb 9

—2.ST CHRISTOPHERS FISH FRY:
435 East National Road, Vandalia
$15 cost to enter and it is being run by the Corpus Christi Fryers, so you know it is gonna be great. Jan 27

—3. ST MARY’S FISH FRY:
310 Allen St, Dayton
All you can eat dinner in the basement of the church. There is a fun circus atmosphere for the raffle prizes and of course the casino games. This is one of the best bangs for your buck. The cost is $15 and you get fish dinner with all the trimmings. You can buy beers on draft for about 50 cents. And a dessert table for extra $1 per item will knock your Aunt Connie’s socks off. Short lines, nice volunteers and a comfortable atmosphere. Feb. 2

Holy Trinity’s fish Fry is amazing

—4. ST PETER’S FISH FRY:

6161 Chambersburg Rd, Huber Heights
Since it is on a Saturday, they offer fish, sausages, wings and much more. There is enough food to line the length of a basketball court. The entire gym is decked out from horse races to blackjack. The price is about $15 and includes a couple of drink tickets. The line is a big one so get there EARLY. They usually surprise with one craft beer at the coolers. Big crowd, good times.

—5. HOLY TRINITY FISH FRY:
272 Bainbridge St, Dayton
Points for the friendliest staff of volunteers and parishioners. They treat you like family. At a cost of about $15 you get 3 beer tickets and food. The lines are not long, and the casino games in the adjacent room are a blast. This is a real fun event that captures the essence of a fish fry.

Hasty Tasty Pancake House Fish Fry refills look like this !

—6. HASTY TASTY PANCAKE HOUSE:
3509 Linden Ave, Dayton
$8.75 – endless fish fries and cole slaw offered 52 weeks a year on Fridays. What a deal! The fish is delicious, light, huge pieces cooked with a perfect and crunch. Excellent food, old school atmosphere, nuff said.

—7. YANKEE TRACE GOLF CLUB:
10000 Yankee St, Centerville
Endless fish, cole slaw and fries for $15 per person. This goes every Friday through April 14th. Delicious, filling, and ooohh is that fish good and crunchy!

—8. DAYTON RUGBY CLUB:
IUE @ 1675 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH 45432
This ranking is because the fish is so good. Chef David Glynn in the past has turned this into a fantastic event with his volunteers. Big lines, but the fish is worth it. It is the only Dayton fish fry with Panko fish breading. Go for seconds and pass out in a food coma like we do. A fun boisterous crowd. Lots of food, laughs and fun. They will be serving Warped Wing beer exclusively on March 16.

Dayton Rugby Club’s Fish Fry is always PACKED!

—9. HOLY ANGELS FISH FRY:
1322 Brown Street, Dayton
Near the campus of U.D., this is one of the friendliest crews you can hang out with. A nice hot batch of fish hits the pan every few minutes. The line is not bad and the cafeteria area holds the eats and raffle prizes. Check out the goods and the beer is CHEAP. $15 bucks for a delicious fish fry cooked by the “Corpus Christi Fryers.” Jan 13

St Mary’s Fish Fry is like being in your grandparents basement slinging beers

—10. INCARNATION PARISH FISH FRY:
55 Williamsburg Ln, Centerville
Known simply as “The Fry,” This event has tents, and it has the biggest craft beer selection of all the fish frys. Also a BIG casino after party, with lots of folks. Big Ragu deals blackjack here from time to time, so please come, eat, drink and be merry. This event gets extra points for decor and silent auction. Typically the cost is about $18 and includes all you can eat fish, sides and soda pop. Craft beer for sale too, the biggest selection of the fish frys. March 9

—11. CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL’S ST PAT’S FEST FISH FRY:
4524 Linden Ave. Dayton
Everyone is Irish for this fish fry celebration. $18 is admission gets you fish, sides and some draft beers. Held in the cafeteria and gymnasium, they have a baked fish option and lots of desserts. A friendly staff, with tons of silent auction items, raffle prizes and of course some games of chance. Will you hit the luck of the Irish at this party?(March 11th is a free family event). March 9

St Paul’s Fish Fry

—12. ST HELENS FISH FRY:
605 Granville Pl, Dayton
Riverside’s best fish fry. $20 at the door includes pop, beer tickets and full fish dinner. They are also

having sausages and chicken ! This is a comfortable crowd, not too busy, and not too empty. It is just right. Lots of chances for casino games as well.

—13. ST PAULS CATHOLIC CHURCHFISH FRY:
1000 Wenger Rd, Englewood
(They already held their fish fry in December, catch them later this year, it is worthwhile).

Breaded goodness at Holy Angels Church

—14. GAMEDAY GRILL and PATIO:
7576 OH-48, Waynesville, OH
Popular spot at the edge of Waynesville/Centerville. Their fish fry runs every Friday during lent (Ash Wednesday to Easter). It is not all you can eat. The price is $12.25 for Alaskan Pollock includes 2 big pieces, fries and slaw and extra filets are +$3 each. These guys know how to cook good food. Try it for some of the best around.

—15. SLYDER’S FISH FRY:
836 Watervliet Ave., Dayton
Every Friday, is the deal. Three pieces of walleye (not all you can eat) for $7.75. Served with fries and slaw. This is the only time you will not get a burger here.

—16. OUR LADY of GRACE/OUR LADY of MERCY/CORPUS CHRISTI FISH FRY:
249 Squirrel Rd, Dayton
Just $15 gets you into this fantastic party and fish fry. The lines are not long and the food is good. Fish Fries Sausage, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, and Beer included! The Corpus Christi Fryers will be serving up some lovin spoonfuls.

Sit at the Bar for Yankee Trace’s fish Fry ..

—17. ST ANTHONY’s FISH FRY:
830 Bowen St., Dayton
Great atmosphere, great fish. Plenty of blackjack tables for afterwards fun. Cost is $15 and includes fish dinner, sides and a couple beer tickets. The lines can get long, so get there early for this one. Good Food, fun

crowd, nice big pieces of Alaskan pollok.

—18. ST ALBERT THE GREAT FISH FRY:
3033 Far Hills Ave, Dayton
$20 at the door gets you a full, endless fish dinner. In the past the Hecht family has run this fish fry. Nice, big pieces of fish, breaded and cooked perfectly. You should get a couple of beer tickets with admission as well. Jan 19

—19. ST CHARLES FISH FRY:
4500 Ackerman Blvd. Kettering
Kid friendly until 6pm. This fish fry gives you a chance to bring the whole family from 4:30pm -6pm. After that it goes to over 21. Great fish, short lines and a lot of fun. We suggest getting there about 5-530pm to get a good seat. Tickets are about $16 and include a couple of beer tickets, as well as fish, slaw and fries.

St Francis’ Fish fry in Bellbrook

—20. ALTER HIGH SCHOOL’S FISH FRY:
940 E David Rd, Kettering
The Dayton area’s largest fish fry, it is a sight to behold. Located at Alter High School gym and cafeteria, it is a huge display of casino games and a gigantic amount of silent auction prizes. $15 gets you all you want fish, sides and pop. Beer and wine, is extra. Promises to draw a big crowd. If you want the big, Grandaddy of them all event .. this is it … Say hi to the Big Ragu who will be dealing blackjack. Feb 26

—21. CHAMINADE JULIENNE’S FISH FRY:
505 South Ludlow Street, Dayton
Cost is $20 at the door includes all the beer and food you want. We love this all-inclusive approach and the fish is good so this one is the best up and coming fish fry. Held in the school they get a great crowd, get there early as lines form! March 24

St Charles Fish Fry

—22. ST LUKES FISH FRY:
1440 N. Fairfield Rd, Beavercreek
This one is run by the school and is a delicious dinner, not all you can eat. You are offered baked and fried fish, slaw and fries. They have one of the biggest dessert selections we had run into. Plenty of soda available. This is a FAMILY fish fry, so no beer or alcohol is served. Cost is about $10 for adults, $5 children 4-12, 3 and under free.

—23. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FISH FRY:
4293 Powell Road, Huber Heights
The menu includes beverages, both fried and baked fish, sausage, chicken nuggets, beans, corn, macaroni and cheese, and all the fixings. The price is $14 for adults. Feb 16, April 20, May 18

—24. ST. HENRY’S FISH FRY:
6696 Springboro Pike, Dayton
They have a live auction and Texas hold em too ! Price is about 16 bucks for the all you can eat typical fish dinner with fries and slaw. Have fun and gamble. The atmosphere is very relaxed and jovial at this fun fish fry. Feb 9

St Albert the Great’s Fish Fry

—25. ST. FRANCIS of ASSISI‘s FISH FRY:
6245 Wilmington Pike, Bellbrook
If you get there early, you will be having round 2 of food before most people have even gotten into line. This is a big fish fry held in the cafeteria and the seating gets full. The fish is filling and they offer some other sides besides just slaw and fries.

—26. CRACKER BARREL FRIDAY FISH SPECIAL:
5770 Wilmington Pike, Centerville, and 7171 Miller Ln, Dayton
Fried Cod on Friday for $9.99. Add the best sides in show business like the dumplings or okra and you’ve got a cure hitting your hunger. They start serving at 11am and you can choose from Cod or Catfish. We’re HOOKED ~

SEVEN MORE FISH FRYS WE HAVE NOT TRIED YET….

Chaminade Jullienne’s steaming weeneys

THEY ARE ON OUR HIT LIST IN 2018:

—. K.J.’S RESTAURANT:
35 W Center St, Germantown
This Germantown restaurant features all you can eat farm raised catfish, 2 sides, for $8.99. What a price! The catfish is rumored to be nice and flaky and not “fishy.” We can’t wait to check this one out !

—. WHOLE FOODS FRIDAY FISH SPECIAL:
1050 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd., Centerville
Fish dinner by the pound. Beer Battered Cod, every Friday in the hot plate area sold with french fries at $8.99 a pound.

—. BRICK CITY BLAST BASEBALL FISH FRY:

6161 Chambersburg Rd, Huber Heights
$12 in advance gets you fried fish, Swedish Meatballs, Hot Dogs, Mashed Potatoes, Cole Slaw and more!! Unlimited beverages (Beer, Pop and more) also included. Games will include: Poker, Showdown, Chuck A Luck, and more! Proceeds to the Brick City Sports Club. Feb 17

Baked Fish option at Carroll High School

—. EINTRACHT SINGING SOCIETY FISH FRY:
2707 Old Troy Pike, Dayton
Baked & Fried Cod, French Fries, Baked Beans, Sausage, Pasta Salad, and Cole Slaw. Soda & draft beer included in the price so, for $14 a person, it is all you can eat night ! Jan 12, Feb 2, March 2, and May 4

—. HUBER HEIGHTS ROTARY FISH FRY:
5384 Fishburg Rd., Huber Heights (Huber Heights Athletic Club)
$15 tickets include food and drink. There will be raffles, door prizes, cards, instants and Monte Carlo games. All funds raised benefit “Needy Family Christmas Program.”

—. PARTNERS FOR COMMUNITY LIVING FISH and CHIP FRY:
5367 Fishburg Rd, Huber Heights
Highly acclaimed fish fry. Tickets are $20 at the door, and the buzz is nothing but good about this event. We can’t wait to sink our teeth into their fish!

Tom Patterson of Foremost Seafood can hellp you do a large or small fish fry yourself !

—.ST. BRIDGID FISH FRY:
312 Fairground Road, Xenia
Sounds like besides a great fish fry, they will have lots of casino games like Black Jack, Texas Hold’em, Horse Races, Beat the Dealer, Instant Bingo. Tickets are $15 for this one. March 2

One last thing to consider….an option of having your very own fish fry….

— FOREMOST SEAFOOD‘S “DO IT YOURSELF FISH FRY”: Here is an option you wont see anywhere else. How about hosting your own fish fry party? Foremost Seafood, off of Woodman Drive, sells everything you need to make sure you have the perfect party. And you can pick which type of fish you want. From Catfish, Walleye, Haddock, Perch, pollack, to tilapia and much more. Call (937) 298-1986, ask for Tom to talk about your fish fry. It will be the freshest fish fry you will ever taste, with the fish usually being about 3 days out of the water !

WHEWWWWWW ! That’s it ! Hook, line and sinker….

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Alter HS FIsh Fry

St Helen Frish Fry

The fish from Incarnations Fish Fry

St Anthony’s Fish Fry

St Henry’s Fish Fry

St Luke’s Fish Fry has a baked option

Quest for Dayton’s Best: Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

January 11, 2018 By Bryan Suddith

When I worked on the West Side of Dayton 15 years ago there was a place in Drexel, an old-fashioned Root Beer stand that had the best fried Pork Tenderloin. It came on an undersized bun with pickles, onions, and mustard. For a few bucks, this slice of fried breaded pork could keep you satisfied until way past dinner. It was reminiscent of the Fried Tenderloin you could only get at the county fair when I was a kid.

Locally I could guess that the Fried Pork Tenderloin is some kind of adaptation of a traditional German-Austrian schnitzel but didn’t have much of the traditional veal. Here in the Midwest, they had pork and that works for me.

I began to search for the best Fried Pork Tenderloin in Dayton and this is what I found:

Hasty Tasty

Address: 3509 Linden Ave, Dayton, OH 45410

Hours: Open today · 5AM–10PM

Phone: (937) 254-8431

Order: doordash.com

The Pork Tenderloin is thicker and not as wide as I am used to. A light breading that is crisp and still juicy on the inside. Hasty Tasty, known to most as a great breakfast diner, is also the defacto standard for the meat plus two dinner plate. I get the Tenderloin for lunch and they serve it with tomato, lettuce, onion, and mayo. It was a departure from my normal mustard, pickle, and onion but it worked. It really worked. I almost didn’t finish my fries, or the chili I had alongside it.

$4.50 and for $2.50 you can add two sides like I did. Skip the salad, get the fries and a cup of the chili.

Slyder’s Tavern

Address: 836 Watervliet Ave, Dayton, OH 45420

Hours: Open today · 11AM–2:30AM

Phone: (937) 258-1222

Order: doordash.com

I know, I know. Go to Slyder’s get the burger they said. I did that. Then I got the Reuben, and then I had the Pork Tenderloin. I am glad I did. At this rate, I’ll never get to their famous wings and that is okay with sandwiches and chips for under $7.00. This tenderloin is thinner, the way I like, served with lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion. I left the pickle and onion, added mustard and we were headed down memory lane. Hot, crispy, then, hanging way over the bun like old times. Used three napkins and I am not even ashamed to say I wore some back to the office on my shirt.

Jimmies Ladder 11

Address: 936 Brown St, Dayton, OH 45409

Hours: Open today · 11AM–2:30AM

Phone: (937) 424-1784

I will freely admit that Jimmies is my go-to for a Shrimp Po-Boy. They make it like I remember from my days living in Baton Rouge. Man can not live on Fried Shrimp alone and for those days there is a huge slice of deep fried pork at Jimmies. It true Ladder 11 style, this thing is huge, like all their other sandwiches and comes with Dayton’s famous Mike Sells chips. They serve it with mayo as well and I always ask for mustard. Deep fried and crispy, thin and more meat than bun it’s a great spot for lunch. Too many beers on tap to name, you can get this lunch for $8.00.

Rootbeer Stand

photo courtesy of Trip Advisor

Address: 1727 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH 45420

Hours: Open today · 11AM–8PM

Menu: places.singleplatform.com

Order: chownow.com

Phone: (937) 640-1114

This is my secret spot I am sharing with you. For only $4.29 you get the nostalgia of eating in the car, curbside one of the best sandwiches in town. Get a frosty mug of Rootbeer and thank me later.

Here’s my list to visit for this delightful sandwich in the coming weeks:

*Zink’s Meats and Fine Wine

Their Tenderloin is a meal. Breaded, deep fried, topped with cheese, poppins bbq and slaw on a bun. What more do you need than a cold beer over lunch with this?

*George’s

Who would you add to this list?

Eat. Drink. Arts!

January 10, 2018 By Dayton Most Metro

Next week, join Culture Works for the first ever Eat.Drink.Arts—a collaborative effort bringing together culinary, visual, and performing artists to cultivate and enhance resources for our visual and performing arts community.

January 16-21, 2018, enjoy creative cocktails, inspired menus, and one-of-a-kind arts experiences at your favorite Dayton-area restaurants. A smorgasbord of area eateries are partnering with Culture Works to satisfy your palate and stimulate your artistic senses—all while supporting local arts organizations.

Schedule of Events

Tuesday, Jan 16th, 7pm – Blue Note Bistro & Lounge
Enjoy a meat and cheese plate and bottle of house wine for just $35/couple while you enjoy Deron Bell & Daniel Cook in a dueling piano battle. Request your favorite song and be prepared to sing along. Doors open at 5pm for seating.

Tuesday, Jan 16th, 5-9pm – Brixx Ice Company
Dine on an 8oz premium center-cut sirloin grilled to perfection with your choice of two sides. Dare to Defy will present scenes from their upcoming production of Tommy at 6:30pm. Just $15/person

Tuesday, Jan 16th, 6pm – Christopher’s Restaurant
Chef Don Warfe has created vegetarian cuisine dinner. First Course: Sweet potato pancakes topped with herbed ricotta and caramelized tomato jam. Second Course: San Marzano tomatoes, broccoli, and grilled radicchio, over rigatoni. Smothered in porcini cream sauce and garnished with toasted walnuts and shaved parmesan. Third Course: Banana pecan crisp, with bourbon glazed figs and vanilla bean ice cream.

With a sneak preview of the Human Race’s upcoming Erma Bombeck show. $25/person meal only; $30/person with wine pairing.

Wednesday, Jan 17th, 6-9pm – Mudlick Tap House
Earth, Water, Fire & Air: A Food & Art Experience
A private four-course elements-themed dinner with select wine pairings! Featuring a sneak peek of the upcoming DVAC exhibition, Stratum, the artists Amy Kollar Anderson & Kate Huser Santucci will create a painting during the dinner in a lightning round collaboration. $55/person

Wednesday, Jan 17th 4-8pm Whole Foods
Bring the family by for this delicious Family Meal Deal (eat in or take to-go) which includes 1 Large Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, 1 Bucket of Wings (Flavors: Plain, BBQ, & Buffalo) and 1 Two Liter of 365 Soda for $25 and for an extra $5 your kids can create their own work of art with the help of K12 Gallery- No advance ticket needed.

Thursday, Jan 18th, 6-8pm – Texas Beef & Cattle Company
Dine on authentic South Texas-style BBQ while watching The Mural Machine in action! Brisket, Sausage or Pulled Pork Plate (comes with 2 sides) for dinner with banana pudding and tea or lemonade. $20/person

Thursday, Jan 18th, 6pm – Old Scratch Pizza
A three-course dinner curated by Chef Nate. This will not be your typical pizzeria dinner! It will include a beverage, a special appetizer, salad, and a unique, arts- themed pizza –paired with music from a classical-jazz crossover quartet with violin, bass, guitar, and keyboard from the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. $20/person

Friday, Jan 19th, 6:30pm – Amber Rose Restaurant
Enjoy a four-course dinner paired with a taste of the arts
First Course: Charcuterie Board, Second: Butternut Squash Soup, Third: Smoked Bone-in Pork Chop topped with Cinnamon Apple chutney served with Savory Smashed Sweet Potatoes, Fourth: Chocolate Mousse with fresh berries. Just $35/person
More details to come…

Sunday, Jan 21st, 11am and 1pm – Table 33
You’ll enjoy a brunch entree with a mimosa/cocktail and performance by Dayton Contemporary Dance Company. Seating at 11am or 1pm. $25/person

Sunday, Jan 21st – Dublin Pub
Enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner and 10% of your bill will be donated to Culture Works. Entertainment by Firecreek, a young bluegrass and traditional country band.

Join us and raise a glass for the arts. Together, we can keep art and culture thriving in the Dayton Region.

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Seven New Beers At Stone House Tavern Event

January 10, 2018 By Dayton937

Tickets are still left for THURSDAY JAN 25th’ “NEW BEERS EVE” Party, featuring 7 local breweries and their newest concoctions! Yes, it is your chance to try the latest inventions from the area’s beer experts. The fun starts at 7pm

Today we get to share with you the beers and appetizers that will be on the tasting trays.

Food Adventures and Dayton Most Metro has partnered with Stone House Tavern to bring you this one night only event.

“NEW BEER’S EVE” is an unprecedented chance to meet, listen and learn about the brewery owners, and hear their “NEW BEER RESOLUTIONS for 2018.”

ADMISSION: Tickets are $30 pre-pay or $35 at the door

*****CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS*****

The event will take place at STONE HOUSE TAVERN in WAYNESVILLE, and we now have the list of beers and featured appetizers.

Includes 7 beer samples, appetizers, and a pint of your favorite beer at the end.

BEER 1 :
BLUEBERRY KOLSCH
FIFTH STREET BREWPUB, DAYTON, OHIO
DARREN LINK – BREWMASTER

BEER 2:
STRAWBERRY FARMHOUSE ALE
EUDORA BREWING COMPANY, KETTERING, OHIO
NEIL CHABUT, OWNER

BEER 3:
BUILDING 26 (BIERE DU GARDE, FRENCH FARMHOUSE ALE)
STAR CITY BREWING CO., MIAMISBURG, OHIO
JUSTING KOHNEN, OWNER

BEER 4:
JOHNNY LONGBOIL – A BARLEYWINE
LOCK 27 BREWING CO, CENTERVILLE and DAYTON, OHIO
STEVE BARNHART, OWNER

BEER 5:
TRINITY HAZE IPA – A NEW ENGLAND IPA
CROOKED HANDLE BREWING CO., SPRINGBORO, OHIO
KRISTY and JASON MOORE, OWNERS

BEER 6:
EXPERIMENTAL STOUT
HEAVIER THAN AIR BREWING COMPANY, CENTERVILLE, OHIO
NICK TARKANY, OWNER

BEER 7:
SILVERBACK SNACK – CHOCOLATE BANANA STOUT
RIVERTOWN BREWING COMPANY, CINCINNATI, OHIO
JASON ROEPER, OWNER

*****APPETIZERS*****
CRAB CAKES
STUFFED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS
STRAWBERRY GOAT CHEESE BRUSCHETTA
LUXARDO CHERRY AND ALMOND WHIPPED CREAM CHOCOLATE CUPS
(full cash bar and full menu will be available if you want to order at additional cost).

****To PURCHASE TICKETS CLICK HERE***

Join us at Stone House and make your New Beer’s Resolution at this Food Adventure!

HERE’S THE SKINNY:
NEW BEERS EVE at STONE HOUSE TAVERN
258 South Main St, Waynesville, OH 45068

7pm THURSDAY JANUARY 25th
$30 in advance, $35 at the door
7 beer samples, 1 pint of your favorite, 4 appetizers.
(Gratuity not included)
Cash bar available for extra drink and food orders

Do You Make Award Winning Chili?

January 7, 2018 By Dayton Most Metro

If you consider yourself a chili connoisseur, Bellbrook Park District wants you to put your recipe to the test by entering in their 3rd Annual Chilly Weather, Chili Cook-Off!

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Attendees can taste and vote for their favorite chili, or just spend time with family and friends. There will be a $1 per cup associated with tasting the chili to help raise money for the Family Resource Center in Bellbrook; otherwise it is free to be a part of the festivities. After chowing down take a quick hike on the wooded trail in the Gooding Addition (adjacent to the park headquarters).

To become a chili competitor or volunteer contact the park district for details. Chili champion will be awarded the “Cheesy Chili Trophy” and bragging rights until next winter! Chili Competitors need to pre-register no later than 1/24 (the Wednesday before the cook-off) and spots are limited to the first 14 competitors. Volunteers will get up to 3 free tastes.

The Chili champion as crowned by the public will be awarded the “Cheesy Chili Trophy” and bragging rights until 2019!

Chili Competitors register here: https://bellbrooksugarcreek.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1351

Oyster Fest Coming To Lily’s Bistro

January 6, 2018 By Dayton Most Metro

If you’re an oyster fan, you’ll be excited to know that Lily’s Bistro in the Oregon District will host their first annual Oyster Fest from Tuesday, January 9 through Saturday, January 13.

“As a former New Orleanian, I have a special fondness for oysters and miss oyster happy hour with friends. When my kitchen staff suggested a week spotlighting different oysters, I couldn’t have been more excited,” said owner Emily Mendenhall.

Highlights from Oyster Fest include daily $2 fresh oysters, oyster shooters from the bar, and other special preparations of oysters available nightly during dinner service.

“Going with the spirit of our menu that is updated daily, we’ll be offering $2 raw oysters on the halfshell as well as different special preparations based on what the kitchen is feeling creatively ,” Mendenhall said. “We’ve been thrilled with the imaginativeness of our kitchen and the excited responses we’ve been getting from diners. Oyster fest is another great way to offer a unique dining experiences here in Dayton.”

Go To Oyster Fest:

Lily’s Bistro (937) 723-7637
329 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402

Tuesday-Saturday 5pm-10pm

Who Makes Dayton’s Best Bloody Mary?

January 4, 2018 By Lisa Grigsby

The Bloody Mary is a common “Hair of the dog” drink, reputed to cure hangovers with its combination of a heavy vegetable base (to settle the stomach), salt (to replenish lost electrolytes) and alcohol (to relieve head and body aches). Most medical advice suggests that the alcohol only numbs the discomfort: only rest, water, and electrolyte replacement can cure a hangover. Nonetheless, Bloody Mary enthusiasts enjoy some relief from the numbing effects of the alcohol, and based on the number of local restaurants that are featuring bloody mary bars we know Dayton loves a good bloody mary!

Some like them with spicy, some prefer them on the peppery side and even others judge them by the garnish.

Not sure what you prefer? Attend the 3rd annual Bloody Mary Showdown on Sunday, January 14th and you can select from over 16 local bartenders mixing up their best concoction for you to sample. All bartender will be provided with ice, cups and Svedka Vodka, what they provide for the mixer and the garnish is up to them. Over the years some of the entry’s in this event have rimmed their glasses with celery salt, topped with with mini burgers, and even made with beer instead of vodka. Some folks prefer lemons to the traditional lime, others swear a Slim Jim should be a stirrer in the drink. That’s what makes this event so fun, says Planned2Give co-owner Jeff Jackson, “we always look forward to see the creativity the bartenders bring to this event, from the ingredients in their mix to the garnishes, even how they decorate their booth.”

The bartender that is voted the people’s choice by the crowd will walk away with $300 and bragging rights. Prizes will also be awarded for best garnish and best presentation, as well.

Taking place at the Coliseum at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, a $25 general admission ticket will get you up to 8 five ounce tastes from 11:30am – 2pm and one vote for the best breakfast cocktail. Pony up a little more cash for a VIP Ticket and you’ll get early entry at 11am, 12 tasting tickets, two votes for your favorite bloody and a free visit to the breakfast bar set up by Scratch Events for $40. According to Chef/Owner Matt Hayden, the breakfast bar will have eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy, some breakfast burrito’s and more. General admission ticket holders will be able to purchase food at the event and additional tasting tickets as well. Tickets can be purchased online.

The restaurants scheduled to compete this year include:

Brixx
Cold Water Cafe
Corner Kitchen
Fifth Street Brewpub
Highland Stag
Jimmie’s Ladder 11
Mack’s Tavern
Mr. Boro’s Tavern
Miami Valley Gaming
Mudlick Tap House
Newcom’s Tavern
Old Scratch Pizza
Scene 75
The Vue
Trolley Stop
Whiskey Barrel

Mackenzie Manley from Mack’s Tavern won the first competition, last year Mack’s Tavern tied with Scott Conrad from The Vue. Both will be back this year to try to reclaim the title, but it’s all up to the guests. While The Vue just closed this past weekend, Scott says he’s bottling his mix and you’ll soon see it available in stores near you.

The charity beneficiary for the Bloody Mary Showdown for 2017 is The First Tee Greater Miami Valley. Their mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf. Serving youth in Butler, Montgomery and Warren counties, their chapter reached more than 12,500 young people in 2016 at 9 program locations and over 34 The First Tee National School Program & DRIVE locations. They will be on hand with information on how you can get involved and you may even get to try your hand at a little putting at the event.

Your Mother Lied

January 3, 2018 By Nikki Nett

Yes, you CAN eat the cookie dough!

We’ve all been there. You’re ready to bake 2 dozen cookies, so you assemble the ingredients. You get to stirring. The dough forms. You take a taste. Then 2. Then 27. You’ve got enough left to make 6 small cookies, are on a sugar high but possibly ready to be sick because you’re full.

Then it happens.

You hear the voice of your mom, grandma, or auntie in the back of your head. “Don’t eat raw dough, you’ll be sick!”

But, you can. You really can!

What dreams are made of at Cake Hope & Love

Cake, Hope & Love to the rescue!

Beginning this week, you can purchase ready to eat cookie dough at the cutest lil cake shop in Beavercreek. CH&L will be offering cookie dough Fridays & Saturdays only in the beginning. If the demand is there, they will happily add more days.

YOU GUYS! ARE YOU READING THIS? YOU CAN BUY COOKIE DOUGH THAT IS MADE FOR EATING!

Ok, so I may have screamed from excitement, but I calmed down enough to ask Shannon what made her ~~put this voodoo in our lives~~ inspired to create this concoction.

I saw the shop Do in New York & I knew this was something Dayton would love! Plus, who doesn’t love cookie dough?! I’m so excited about this new sweet!

Yep, Shannon, we all are. We. All. Are.

Sprinkles & Funfetti!

Yay for Dayton!

Needless to say, we’re pretty excited to try these new treats. They fit right into our New Year’s Resolution of “doing what we want because we are grown-ups”. It’s pretty great knowing this adorable little bakery is right in our backyard, just changing the culture of crave-worthy treats on a regular basis. No ticket to New York required.

Treat Yo’ Self

Cake, Hope & Love

1490 N Fairfield Rd, Ste B
Beavercreek, Ohio 45432

Cookie Dough on the big red counter all day on Saturday – 11am to 5pm (or until sell out). Fridays and Saturdays in the future.

Peanut Butter Happiness

Taco Bell Adds French Fries To The Menu

January 3, 2018 By Dayton Most Metro

On Wednesday, the Tex-Mex chain announced that US customers will soon be able to order Nacho Fries for just $1. Taco Bell has long served fries at international stores in countries like the United Kingdom, Korea, and Japan. The chain, owned by Yum Brands, also tested fries last spring in select California and West Virginia locations.

According to Taco Bell, the fries will have “a bold Mexican seasoning” and be served with a “warm Nacho Cheese dipping sauce” for just $1. You can also upgrade your fries to “Supreme” — adding pico de gallo, beef and sour cream on top — for $2.49 or “Bell Grande” — all the same toppings as the “Supreme,” just larger — for $3.49.

In addition, Taco Bell will be including this new menu item in its $5 box, which comes with the fries, a Doritos Locos taco, a Cheesy Gordita Crunch and a medium drink.

Taco Bell’s fries will be available on Thursday, Jan. 25, but they won’t stay on menus forever. In a press release, Taco Bell’s said they’re available for a “limited time,” but haven’t specified just how limited that frame is.

Celebrate National Spaghetti Day with $5 Meal

January 2, 2018 By Lisa Grigsby

Spaghetti Warehouse is celebrating National Spaghetti Day for TWO Days!

Wednesday, January 3rd and Thursday, January 4th! Enjoy any Spaghetti Meal for only $5 with coupon. Choose their World Famous Spaghetti & Meatballs or any Original Recipe Spaghetti Entree including your choice of salad or soup and sourdough bread. They say they are celebrating for TWO days because Spaghetti is in our name! Besides who else has served over 22 million plates of Spaghetti in the last 44 years? They’ve been serving up pasta at this Fifth Street location for over 24 years! The restaurant seats over 250 people and is just perfect for large groups. For some real Dayton trivia, ask to be seated in the old Trolley car, that used to run the streets of Dayton.

Spaghetti Warehouse
36 West 5th St.
Dayton, OH 45402

(937) 461-3913

11am – 10pm, Sun – Thurs
11am – 11pm, Fri & Sat

National Spaghetti Day 1/3-1/4 $5 Spaghetti at The Warehouse, $5 with coupon. Click here for your coupon! http://bit.ly/2CDOV0u

Destressing About Delisting

January 1, 2018 By Brian Petro

Ohio Liquor Control Logo Much ado has been made about the news that the state of Ohio is getting rid of over 700 liquors and spirits from the state liquor list. The state has the power to do so since they control liquor sales in the state through the Ohio Division of Liquor Control. The state having a say on what can and cannot be sold has a long tradition. It was not until 2016, four decades into the growth of craft beer, that we lifted the archaic 12% ABV limit placed on beer brewed and sold in the Buckeye State. In 2016, the state identified over 1,000 items that were just not selling or were no longer produced. In fact, according to the report, they accounted for less than 4% of the liquor sales.

This was happening at the same time they were looking to condense the number of warehouses in the state from four to two. These stores over the years have begun to look like the end scene in Raiders of the Lost Ark, with stacks and stacks of liquor awaiting shipment. Instead of moving vast amounts of slow-selling product, they decided they were going to get rid of it.

A high number of the liquors on this massive list are a product of the flavoring craze that hit the industry in the last decade. Some of those flavors are no longer available, like Pinnacle King Cake or Three Olives Dude. There are vodkas with really odd flavors, too. When did you last reach for UV Salty Watermelon? These flavors, while briefly popular, were not in high demand after their fleeting glory waned.

This will still be on the shelves!

In addition to the ephemeral flavors, there are well-known names delisted in this effort. Those listings, however, are specific sizes of the liquor in question. Disaronno was on the list, but only the smaller 375 mL size. The more substantial sizes will still be available for purchase in your favorite store. For Sailor Jerry, it was the 200 mL a half pint removed from the list. To make room for more bottles in their warehouses, they are getting rid of the merchandise that is not selling.

Over the last year, the state has been doing some heavy lifting to update the system they use to get the product to restaurants and liquor stores. In the beginning, it was a severe issue for distillers and bars, with shipments being delayed or missing for weeks on end. They have worked out all of the kinks, and are even advocating for the opening of more stores in the state to quench our thirst.

This purge is one of the last updates that will help improve what is being offered to Ohioans on the shelves of their local liquor store and help ease the rate at which they can purchase it. This is the best Ohio can hope for until they dismantle the antiquated control system. That will be a while since JobsOhio relies on the incredibly profitable liquor business in to fund their program. In 2016, liquor sales soared over $1 billion. That is a considerable amount of funding for a state program. There is still twenty years on the deal they signed with the state. Any efforts to break up that happy partnership would require a way to replace that income.

It remains to be seen what the state will do with all of the freed up shelf space they will have. Bringing in more delightful whiskeys from around the world would be lovely. Or enhancing the number of other spirits the bar community in this state are starting to enjoy, like mezcal and amari, would be fantastic. This is an opportunity for liquor control to listen to advocates and experts in the hospitality industry to bring in the product that will boost Ohio’s economy. Let’s hope they make the best of it for a new year.

2017: THE YEAR IN DAYTON FOOD

December 28, 2017 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Caddy’s on 741 served big burgers like this one

Dayton saw lots of restaurants come and go in 2017. As is our tradition each year end, Food Adventures is here to talk about those eateries. Some restaurants were old dinosaurs, others ended up being flash in the pans, and a couple were in between. The Miami Valley’s vibrant food scene saw some exciting additions as well.

Without further delay we give you our annual review of Dayton movers, shakers, and vanishers in 2017, “THE YEAR IN DAYTON AREA FOOD.”

HERE IS THE SKINNY ON PLACES DAYTON LOST IN 2017:

*****CLOSED RESTAURANTS*****

937 GRILL and CAFE:
Barely opened, after Murray’s Place closed, 937 Grill quickly closed as soon as it got started. Rumors of land lord agreements and liquor license problems were mentioned but nothing ever confirmed.

AWESOME YOGURT: Naomi Anderson Fogel opened her yogurt shop in August of 2012, but by March of 2017 she decided that her life and the business had changed and it was time to shut down the Far Hills Ave business.

BAR DUMAINE: Chef Anne Kearney went through a couple of service changes before finally shutting the doors in July of 2017. Lucky for us she’s done a few pop up events so we can still enjoy her amazing cooking.

BOB EVANS – MORAINE: In Oct the chain shuttered their Dorothy Lane location, near the Moraine Wal-Mart.

BRUNING’S WINE CELLAR:
After over 30 years as a clock store, this place added wines and beers. Unfortunately, this location near Fairfield Commons Mall, closed in January, 2017.

CADDY’S TAP HOUSE:

The Original Stroop Rd Location that started Dayton’s Brew Craze

It was in May 2017 when the restaurant abruptly closed, surprising many. The sister restaurant in Beavercreek near the Fairfield Commons Mall remains open.

CARAMELLA’S ITALIAN KITCHEN:
Very short lived Italian restaurant on Wilmington Pike in Kettering. It was formerly Murphys Pub, and Barleycorn’s before that. Elsa’s is debuting a new restaurant in this spot any day now.

THE DAYTON BEER COMPANY on DORTHY LANE:
The smaller, and original location of the Dayton Beer Company locations closed in 2017. This is the spot where the “birth” of the new wave of Breweries started. Owner Pete Hilgeman and his family, purchased a 2nd location near 2nd and Madison. The location is huge and allowed him more brewery area and infinitely more seating. (Editor’s Note- this location will soon open as OinkADoodleMoo)

Flan from El Rancho Grande

DISTRICT 6 DONUTS:
Opened by a former Dayton police officer, they stopped operations in December 2017. Long hours and time dedication constraints were cited by the owners for the reason they closed, after 7 short months in business.

EL RANCHO GRANDE – POE AVE
With some popping up and others closing, sometimes this is like a whack a mole game. Probably the location was a problem here, and the opted for a more visible venue.

HAWTHORNE GRILL / SWEET PRINCE DELI:
This upscale eatery on Stroop Rd had a short lived stint as Sweet Prince Deli, before closing for good.

KETTERING GRILL & CAFE:
The building that for years housed BBQ Hut has closed and became Merit Grill. Although they had an extensive menu, Kettering Grill and cafe never gathered a huge following. The food was good when we went there.

MAX n ERMA’s – FAIRFIELD COMMONS MALL:
Oh how the mighty have fallen. In the late 1970’s, Max n Erma’s was one of the most popular restaurants in town, now they have closed 2 sites in the past 2 years. Still holding on to the one on Miller Lane…

We will miss the Max N Erma’s Burgers too – and hope the Miller Lane location holds up.

MCCORMICK and SCHMICKS:
Abrupt close for this high end restaurant leaving a big vacancy at the Greene. The next closest one is in Cincinnati.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS:
so much good food has been enjoyed here over the past 100 years at Festivals and County Fairs. The memories and the tastes and smells will live on.

NIBBLES:
After 2 years, the announcement came that Nibbles was moving to a bigger location and re-branding under the name Watermark. No it didn’t really close, it morphed into something more!

PADDY’S IRISH PUB:
This former Beef O Bradys location in Centerville on State Route 48, just couldn’t get the traction they wanted. We loved the fish and chips, among other menu selections.

Paddys Irish Pub had some good fish sandwiches

PALMITAS TACO SHOP: This small business on 2nd Street in Miamisburg had a short run, but look for their food truck this spring.

STAN THE DONUT MAN- XENIA
After 30 years this spot closed not due to lack of business, but the owners citing “personal reasons.”

TACO LOCO closed, but not really. They changed their name to “Tres Hermanos” and the menu is the same with new owners in the family. this restaurant has some of the cheapest and most authentic Mexican dishes in Dayton.

TGIFRIDAY’S – First Huber Heights, then the Dayton Mall location of this casual franchise chain claimed inability to negotiate favorable leases as the reason for closing down these eateries in Sept 2017.

TIM HORTON’S – CENTERVILLE (725):
This Tim Hortons on 725 in Centerville ws one of the first to open in the Miami Valley. Times and competition had changed the landscape in 2017, and in May they closed the doors.

THE WRIGHT WING – on WILMINGTON PIKE:
A deal was struck and the owners of this eatery on Wilmington Pike was taken over by new owners who immediately changed the name to “The Growler.”

HERE IS THE SKINNY ON PLACES DAYTON GAINED IN 2017:

*****NEW RESTAURANTS*****

416 GRILL:
This spot has a breakfast, lunch and late night menu for the crowds near their East Fifth St. location. Salad, soup of the day and more round out this menu with incredible photos on their webpage.

AMAR INDIA:
In Jan of 2017 they opened a 2nd location on Miller Lane, featuring a great buffet featuring soups, fresh baked nan, vegetarian and meat entrees, salad and chutneys.

AU BON PAIN:
Located in JFK Memorial Union hall on the campus of the University of Dayton, it is open to the public as well. French for “with good bread” this shop specializes in healthy sandwiches, soups and salads.

BARRY BAGELS:
In late summer 2017, Dayton received its first Barry Bagels restaurant in Kettering on Far Hills. This Toledo based, family owned restaurant will fill the void for many left by the Bagel Cafe that operated on the corner of Far Hills and Dorothy Lane. This place is fantastic featuring everything from “must eats” like Matza Ball Soup to Lox n Bagels.

THE BUCKIN DONKEY GRILL:

The Donut Burger at Buckin Donkey

Owner Sean McKown has brought back the popular restaurant in a new location (The old Murray’s Place). We expect his popular gumbos, pies, and inventive entrees to steal the hearts of a whole new following. This a Steelers bar with lots of friendly fans.

CANAL STREET DELI:
Familiar sandwiches you grew to love from the 5th Street Deli, reborn in a new location. Time for a quick bite downtown? Here is your new “go to.”

CARDBOARD CROWNS:
With over 800 games, this cafe is a fun place ti visit with friends or family. Games range from ages 3 and up, so all ages are welcome. Fro, role playing games, to board games, you are sure to find your favorite indulgence.

Chaska Grill was formerly India Oven

CHASKA GRILL:
This Miamisburg area Pakistani and Indian restaurant used to house India Oven. The food is amazing and the restaurant features a lunch buffet that is one of the area’s best.

CHICK FIL-A -KETTERING
Opened in the busy Town n Country Shopping Center, they somehow squeezed this into an already bustling series of streets and intersections. Good luck !

CORELIFE EATERY:
This chain out of Upstate New York focuses on a completely gluten free menu based on fresh vegetables. Salads, soup,homemade broths and several house made dressings. Quench your thirst with the health based spiced teas and juices.

DEG’S FLAME GRILLED CHICKEN:
A quick serve concept that serves healthy fresh baked chicken and fries opened this summer at The Greene.

DICKEY’S BARBEQUE PIT:
This Dallas, Texas based franchise opened their doors in Springboro in November and have already announced they are looking for additional area locations. They smoke their meat onsite and alway offer free soft serve ice cream for dessert!

DOS LUNAS MEXICAN BAR & GRILL:
This locally owned Mexican restaurant in Tipp City has an extensive menu with a variety of enchiladas, quesadillas, fajitas and burritos.

DOUBLE DEUCE TAVERN:
This restaurant moved to Brandt Pike in Huber Heights. Known for pizza and beer, the friendly staff will make you feel at home.

Dippin Chick Fil-A is now happening in Kettering.

THE DRAGON GRILL at CLUB EVOLUTION:
Inside the 120 N. Ludlow location, is now open for business. Nothing like good eats at a dance club.

DUCK DONUTS
This donut chain has a “top it yourself” theme, as well as pre made available donuts. There are locations all over the USA and Dayton’s first taste is the spot on Brown Street.

EL RANCHO GRANDE – DOROTHY LANE
Another El Rancho in town… This one opens up in the old Applebees restaurant on Dorothy Lane. Look for solid choices as always from this chain. The crunchy beef tacos are second to none.

Corelife Eatery at Cornerstone

EL RANCHO GRANDE – OLD TROY PIKE
Yet another El Rancho restaurant opens. This one goes into Huber Heights, and will feature Mexican beers and margaritas. Try the Del Mar Trio dinner. It is amazing.

FUYAO’s TASTE OF THE WORLD RESTAURANT:
What an idea, for a large corporation to open their cafeteria open to the public. This restaurant in Moraine is 8,000 square feet and will feature international food.

GRANDPA JOE’S CANDY SHOP:
Behold a Nostalgic candy store in Miamisburg. Get lost as a kid in this store. We think it was named after the Grandpa in the Willy Wonka movie. We hope you find a golden ticket.

HANNAH’S ON LUDLOW:

Heavier Than Air Brewing Company now open in Centerville

Did someone say they offer $2.50 raw oysters? Sounds like a delicious Food Adventure. Beers too? Lead the way and bring lemons and tobasco !

HEAVIER THAN AIR BREWING:
The Tarkany family is the latest to launch a brewery. This one is the second one in Centerville, the first being Lock 27. Located on 725 not far from Adventure Golf, they are currently working on an experimental Oatmeal Stout and and a Strawberry Farmhouse Ale.

THE HIGHLAND STAG:
Scottish fare and flare from owner Heather Davis and her family. The food is wonderful and the beer selection is unique. This is a fun atmosphere, and the servers are very attentive.

IHOP – HUBER HEIGHTS:

Highland Stag- Scottish and Irish food in Springboro

The classic pancake chain dives into Huber Heights. Filled Pancakes and French Toasts, breakfast isn’t breakfast around here if you don’t have whipped cream on top !

LA GOTA:
East Monument Ave’s newest coffee shop. Expect commuters and downtown workers to take advantage of this locale.

LOCK 27 – DOWNTOWN
In the new development across from the Dragon’s Stadium, Lock 27 has branched into a state of the art facility. With his time tested quality beers and food, the formula for success should work in Dayton as well. Lock 27 has a strong, loyal following in Centerville.

MS. PAM’S OLD DAYTON STYLE GOLDEN FRIED CHICKEN: They barely got the doors open on Wayne Ave before they got a “cease-and-desist” order from Fricker’s and had to abandon their original name –Ms. Pam’s Parkmoor Style Dixie Fried Chicken. We haven’t had a chance to check this place out yet, but it’s on our list.

More IHOPS in the area…

McALISTER’s DELI – DAYTON MALL
New deli sandwich shoppe that features double deckers. In the mood for some lunchmeat? This chain is your place for some great club an d turkey sandwiches.

McKENZIE RIVER:
A Pizza based grill and pub near the Fairfield Commons Mall. It replaces the closed Max n Erma’s. This chain operates in 9 different states and brings a Tex-Mex feel to a menu filled with burgers, quesadillas, flat breads, pastas and pizzas.

MELT BAR AND GRILLED:

Melt was a part of 2017’s new restaurants in Beavercreek

The menu is over the top, rich and sinful. It is all in the name of cheese. Want the craziest grilled cheeses known to man? Come to Melt, a Cleveland creation that is spreading across the mid-west, throw your diet out the window and enjoy !

MERIT GRILL:
They took over the spot of the former Kettering Grill. Merit Grill’s menu goes from steaks to pasta to orange chicken. The kitchen has been getting great feedback. Check this restaurant out. It is one of Dayton’s sleepers.

MOD PIZZA:
Quick, personal, assembly line Artisan pizzas made in a couple of minutes. Delicious fresh ingredients where you pick the sauces and toppings. The new spot is located in the Cornerstone development.

MIKE’S NASHVILLE HOT:
Damn good stuff, but boy is the Nashville hot sauce hot. Go with a mild sauce, unless you are a hot sauce lover, because this chicken will light you up! Get the banana pudding to seal the deal. Find them at Austin Landing and on 48 in Centerville.

Nashville Hot Chicken launched in Centerville and Springboro

MR. BORO’S TAVERN:
Opened in March 2017, this bar has a huge patio and friendly staff. The pub food is promising and this looks to be a popular place in the future too. Located on 741 in Springboro, it was formerly Bella Vino.

MUDLICK TAP HOUSE – DAYTON:
This restaurant decided to cease operations in Germantown and move to the busier area of E. Second Street in Downtown Dayton. Known for a nice draft beer selection, and a gourmet menu from an in-house chef, this place promises to be a splash hit.

OAKWOOD CANDY SHOPPE:
New candy shop in the heart of Oakwood. We hope this place fits perfectly into the hustle and bustle of the shops on on Far Hills.

Popeyes is adding a new store !

POPEYE’S CHICKEN:
The newest spot just opened in Englewood. This eatery will bring spicy, Louisana Style fried chicken to the northern Dayton area. Years ago, Popeye’s closed their location on Wilmington Pike at the Kettering / Bellbrook border.

R TACO:
This Brown Street eatery offers authentic street style tacos for breakfast, lunch and dinner along with margaritas. It is the first Ohio franchise for this Texas based company, run by the same folks that run Milano’s.

RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN:
For weeks the line was a wrap around mess to get into this place. They literally have chicken strips and 2 other menu items, and people come from all over to eat them up. We love being greeted with “Hot Chicken, Hot chicken, what combo you pickin’?”

S & S MEAT HOUSE:
Sommer and Smith’s Meat House is the new 3rd street BBQ spot. Lifelong Daytonians honing their verisons of Kansas City and Texas style barbecque. These guys have some serious rubs going on….

THE GYRO ROOM:
Brown Street got their own greek eatery this summer. It’s a great place to grab a gyro and be sure and try their spanakopita and grape leaves, as well.

Raising Cane’s incredible chicken strips came to Dayton in 2017

TAQUERIA TRES HERMANOS:
The new Taco Loco is no frills. It is authentic Mexican food at its best. This means homemade taco sauces, soft corn tortillas, and specialty items like sopes and huaraches. Try it, you will love this place.

TIM HORTON’S – RIVERSIDE:
A Harshman Rd. location so you an get your fill of this Canadian companies pastries, eh ? Donuts, coffee or pastries, they make it right for you.

VICTOR’S TACO SHOP:
In July Huber Heights got the newest drive-thru by this locally owned chain, making it the area’s 4th spot featuring tacos, enchiladas, burritos.

WAT DA PHO:
A fun play on words to describe this casual Vietnamese eatery. Obviously the meal sized soups are the specialty, but look for other favorites like soft rolls as well. Located next to long standing cigar shop, The Wharf, it is not far from Wright State University or the Fairfield Commons Mall.

WATERMARK:
The larger, revamped restaurant with the chef/owner Maria Walusis of Nibbles Catering/Restaurant fame. Look for big successes from this charming eatery.

So here is a road map for 2017 Dayton Restaurants, where we have been and where we are going.

Merit Grill has great steaks

That was…The Year in Food.

Try all the new places in town and find some new favorites. As always, please FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK HERE.

Happy New Year from THE BIG RAGU, CHEF HOUSE, and HUNGRY JAX – your Food Adventure Crew !

Check our weekly feature article out right here on Dayton Most Metro.

We leave no plate unturned !

Feel free to browse more photos below ….

Lock 27 and Dayton Brewing legend Steve Barnhart

Look who’s coming for breakfast

Engelwood getting a Popeyes

Taco Loco is No more

El Rancho Grande in Kettering

The old Dayton Beer Co Tasting room

Montgomery County Fairgrounds …

Uncertain future of the Fairgrounds buildings

Lox and Cream Cheese Bagels at Barry Bagels

Hummus salad at Corelife Eatery

Chaska Grill for lunch

Beavercreeks “Wat Da Pho”

Wine and painting…. now closed…

Frosted Flake French toast from Buckin Donkey

Whole tilapia fried at Taco Loco

Meat plate from Lock 27

Happy Plates With Shana + Healthier Holiday Favorites!

December 23, 2017 By Shana Lloyd

Dating, events and now FOOD! Well, healthier food that is. I’ve written about a lot of things over the years and I’ve eaten my way through most 🙂 I’m excited to be back on DaytonMostMetro and share a bit of my personal journey towards wellness, one happy plate at a time.

A Little About Happy Plates With Shana

Like so many other women, I’ve struggled with my wellness my entire life. Notice, I didn’t say weight. Because for me it’s always been an internal struggle moreso than an outward appearance struggle. Having lost and gained so many times in my life, I’ve finally reached a point where I’ve realized two important things. The first, I’ve got to move more. The second and inspiration for my group – FOOD IS NOT THE ENEMY. Because I love to cook and refuse to compromise flavor for my fitness goals, I’ve started researching and creating new recipes. While I am working on the first point (MOVING) I’m also eating delicious meals and reinventing the way I do everything in my life.

On Dayton Dining

I’m excited that I’ll be sharing my own personal food makeovers on Dayton Dining and fab reinventions that I find elsewhere! Also, I LOVE to eat out and Dayton has some of my favorite restaurants. I realize I can’t stay away from them forever, so as I learn to make healthier options at these restaurants I’ll be sharing my thoughts and reviewing the level flavor in the dishes I decide to try! I’ll also attempt to reinvent those favorite dishes at home and share back progress. I think the world will be starting their new years resolutions in a few days, so it’s the perfect time to redesign the way we think about food from our homes to our favorite restaurants because remember, food isn’t the enemy.

Happier, Healthier Holiday Favorites

This week in Happy Plates we talked about Holiday Favorites (SWEETS!!!!) and what we wish could be made over to be a little healthier. I’ve rounded up the thoughts of everyone in our group, researched and found some options!

I won’t be making all of these this Christmas but have noted what I will try and I’m excited to report back on flavor!

Skinny Christmas Sugar Cookies (Making These!)

https://amyshealthybaking.com/blog/2014/12/13/skinny-christmas-sugar-cookies/

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

Oat Flour or Gluten Free Blends instead of All Purpose
Add ½ Teaspoon Organic Almond Extract
Swap Skim Milk with Almond Milk

No Sugar Cheesecake

https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/no-sugar-cheesecake-1260262

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
Gluten Free Crust

Gluten Free Carrot Cake

https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/vegetables-recipes/gluten-free-carrot-cake/

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

Sugar Free Cream Cheese Frosting

Gluten Free Ginger Snaps

https://www.bobsredmill.com/recipes/how-to-make/kid-approved-gingersnap-cookies-gluten-free/

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

Cut the sugar with Stevia (click for conversion ratios)

Clean & Healthy Lemon Meringue Pie

http://thatcakechick.net/healthy-lemon-meringue-pie/

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

None on this one!

Healthy No Bakes (Making!)

https://www.wellplated.com/healthy-no-bake-cookies/

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

Definitely use all natural peanut butter and Smart Balance is my favorite, having the best consistency!

Healthier Pecan Pie (This was a tough one to find!)

https://www.asweetpeachef.com/healthy-pecan-pie/

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
Gluten Free Crust for pastry bottom
Oat Flour or Almond Flour in place of Wheat Flour

Eggnog

https://www.thegraciouspantry.com/clean-eating-eggnog/

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

Just go easy on whatever you spike it with 🙂

Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls

https://www.kingarthurflour.com/recipes/gluten-free-cinnamon-rolls-recipe

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

Cut the sugar with Stevia (click for conversion ratios)
Skip the icing if you can!
Add walnuts
Swap milk with almond milk
Swap vegetable oil with coconut oil

Low Sugar Buckeyes (Making!)

https://www.sugarfreemom.com/recipes/sugar-free-low-carb-buckeyes/

Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps

Eat them in moderation 🙂

If you’re interested in more of my personal food reinventions and great recipes I find join my group on Facebook!

Remember, try not overthink this holiday season and give yourself grace if you splurge a little. Reinvent when you can to make things lighter and healthier and always ALWAYS remember moderation.

Happy Baking and Merry Christmas! Be back soon with my first restaurant menu review and flavor test!

Shana

No More Donuts For this Ex-Cop!

December 21, 2017 By Lisa Grigsby

Sometimes the dream of opening a business doesn’t equate to the reality of a retail business. Opened by retired Dayton police officer Bill Parsons and his sister Kellie Tomlinson in June of this year, Parsons faced the realization of the time and energy it takes to run a retail operation.

Today they posted this on their Facebook page:

Attention Donut Lovers!
We want to thank each and every one of you for supporting our business, we LOVED being able to share our time and donuts with you and would happily do it all over again!
As the Holidays rolled around, we realized how much time we were spending away from our families and so with a heavy heart we have closed our doors permanently.

Thank you again for everything, it has been a pleasure serving you all.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Sincerely,
The District Six Team

7 Breweries to Showcase NEW BEERS at Stone House

December 20, 2017 By Dayton937

NEW BEERS EVE Jan 25th t Stone House Tavern

This one is for all you local beer lovers who stay in tune with the newest brewing trends in the Miami Valley. It is a ONE NIGHT ONLY event that you just can’t miss.

The Food Adventure Crew has a big announcement after partnering up with Stone House Tavern for this latest beer event !

We proudly announce:
—-“NEW BEERS EVE”—-
THURSDAY NIGHT, JANUARY 25th, 2018 –
STONE HOUSE TAVERN and DAYTON MOST METRO team for a
FOOD ADVENTURE with 7 Local Breweries!
“Learn, what are these breweries’ NEW BEERS RESOLUTIONS?”

Here is the skinny on the “NEW BEERS EVE” EVENT:

WHEN: 7pm – 9:30pm, THURSDAY JANUARY 25th, 2018

WHAT: 7 beer samples, heavy appetizers, a pint of your favorite beer at the end. There will also be door prizes, trivia and giveaways.

WHERE: STONE HOUSE TAVERN at 258 S. Main St. in Waynesville

Inside Stone House Tavern. heavy appetizers, 7 Beer tastings, & a pint of your favorite

WHY: Taste the areas newest beers. Hear the lowdown from each local brewery owner about their newest concoctions. Learn about their direction and philosophy for 2018 !

COST: $30 per person in advance , $35 at the door.
***PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE BY CLICKING HERE AT THIS LINK***

AFTER PARTY: 9:30pm – CLOSE – Cash bar and mingle with the brewers.

Crooked Handle will be on hand

THE 7 BREWERIES FEATURED on “NEW BEERS EVE”

CROOKED HANDLE (Springboro, Ohio):
Owned by former home brewers, Jason Moore and Jeff Pedro Jr, this is a fairly new establishment. However, since their opening on Christmas 2015, they have turned lots of heads with some great craft beers.

EUDORA BREWING CO (Kettering, Ohio):
Known as the only spot in Dayton where customers can brew and bottle their own beer, they also have some great choices on tap. Located on Wilmington Pike, this tap room has been open since 2013. Neil Chabut, started as a homebrewer, and worked in a homebrew shop for about a year before launching the brewery.

Eudora will have a New Beer on tap

FIFTH ST BREWPUB (Dayton, Ohio) :
This pub is a co-op with the owners being Dayton area residents who bought “shares” of the establishment. Longtime brewmaster, Darren Link, has been churning out solid beer choices since the opening of the brewery in 2013.

HEAVIER THAN AIR BREWING (Centerville, Ohio):
The new kid on the block. This spot on 725 opened in August 2017 and is eager to show Dayton its brews. The Tarkany family owns the brewery, and we look forward to hearing about their direction in 2018. We are expecting them to feature an experimental Stout for this “New Beers Eve” event.

Lock 27 Brewing is a Dayton favorite

LOCK 27 BREWING (Centerville, Ohio and Dayton, Ohio):
Owner Steve Barnhart left a job in corporate America to follow his passion of brewing beer. He has used his business savvy to expand his brewery, by building a state of the art, second location downtown. Lock 27 has been popular since it opened in June, 2013. We are excited to hear about new brews from this company that underlines the importance of quality beers.

RIVERTOWN BREWING (Cincinnati, Ohio):
Owner Jason Roeper is one of the state’s pioneers of the craft beer industry. Rivertown has two facilities, a Barrel House Restaurant in Monroe and a tasting room in Lockland, Ohio. Opened in 2009, Rivertown has been leading the beer craze ever since. We are excited to hear about their upcoming plans. Like many others, Jason started his passion home brewing at the ripe age of 21.

Star City joins the party on the 25th

STAR CITY BREWING (Miamisburg, Ohio):Owner Justin Kohnen is busy brewing for this upcoming “New Beers Eve.” He has decided to feature his newest brew, Biere de Garde, Building 26 at the event. Star City opened in 2013, and is located at the former Peerless Mill Restaurant on South 2nd Street in Miamisburg. The facility has a warm atmosphere and is great for tasting beers or having a catered event.

What a rundown of great local breweries! This is a nice variety with many new faces. We look forward to tasting Dayton’s newest beers, and learning about the breweries plans for 2018. If you are a beer fan, this is chance to meet the people who brew the local beers you love. Come ask questions, meet the masters, and listen and learn all about the craft beer world.