The best Restaurants in Dayton ranking of January 2025

1195 restaurant menus in Dayton, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Kfc
Kfc
72/100 (2604 ratings)
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American
American
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American
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Lunch
"A very nice location. The staff are always friendly and nice. The food is always cooked good and never old. The only reason I didn't give five stars..."
Matt Bratton
"Delicious!! I haven't had chicken that good in years. The chicken was perfectly breaded and cooked just right. Hats off to the cook in this kitchen...."
Taylor Adduci
"This is one of the best KFC's I've ever been to great food and they treat you like..."
Tina Wisdom
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
72/100 (2587 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Pesto
Sit down
Italian
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
The Root Beer Stande
The Root Beer Stande
77/100 (2585 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
American
American
Fast Food
Lunch
Dinner
Burger
Sit down
Fast food
American
Reservations
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"I have been craving a pork tenderloin sandwich, and theirs did not disappoint! Plus I has a delightful Root Beer float! The service was as warm as..."
Madonna DeCerbo
"Love this place, food is always good and root beer is the..."
Barbara Crowe Quigley-Saunders
"One of the best places in Dayton to enjoy a burger and fries. Best root beer floats ever as..."
Jake Winkler
"Best burger I have had in years, fast & nice service. The owner is top notch...."
Blake Huber
"I love your root beer � You have the best hot dogs and fried mushrooms..."
Jennifer Savage Reese
"Best place ever!! Been coming here since I was a kid and now we love bringing our kids..."
Jessica Shade
"We had a great time celebrating "National Root Beer Float Day" with chili cheese dogs and .99 root beer floats. The food was very good and our car..."
Dee Salyers
"Took my boys here in June and it was just awesome. They loved their food, floats and dessert. We will be back..."
Jessica Lomax
"Great food and the root beer is awesome. All of the servers are so nice and always suggests I try something that tastes..."
Cindy Styles
"5 star all the way family and I stopped today first time will def be..."
Steph Fett-Cunningham
"While visiting the Dayton Ohio area we stopped at the Root Beer Stande. I saw that it was the Retro Old Fashioned Curb Service and it was Hot Dogs..."
Lisa Boyce
"While visiting the Dayton Ohio area we stopped at the Root Beer Stande. I saw that it was the Retro Old Fashioned Curb Service and it was Hot Dogs..."
Melissa Boyce
"Rodeo Burger & Teezers 1/4 fresh burger patty w/onion rings, bacon strips, lettuce, tomato & bbq sauce on a toasted bun & teezers of deep fried..."
Dustin Johnson
"Always have great food, never had a bad experience here. They occasionally have noodles and shaved ice which are also excellent. Highly recommend,..."
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"Stop by from time to time. Always a good value on great tasting food. Car hops are always very friendly. Last time there, I got a triple decker club...."
Stuart Brooks
"Great service! It was busy and food still came out quick. Best burger I've had in a long time. Tried the Hanky Pank a cheeseburger between a grilled..."
Kelli Fugate-Sallee
Duck Donuts
Duck Donuts
86/100 (2575 ratings)
Bakeries
Dessert
Cafe
Cafe
Breakfast
Donuts
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
Dorothy Lane Market
Dorothy Lane Market
93/100 (2549 ratings)
Dessert
Specialty Food Market
Sushi
American
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Cakes
Pesto
Fish
Pasta
Salad
Salmon
Sandwiches
Sit down
American
Sushi
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Discover
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Free Wifi
Accepts American Express
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I stopped by Dorothy lane on far hills and to my delight they had a nice selection of gluten free holiday treats (cookies) in one aisle! I bought a..."
Donna Bowman
"DLM is a great business and very family friendly place to shop. I've been a customer here for years and would highly recommend their stores. Plus..."
Lynzie Taylor
"(Springboro location) I love everything about this place. The food, cosmetics, personal products, odds and ends are all greet. The best thing about..."
Rachel M Leitzel
"I love the variety of high quality foods and atmosphere. I find a treat and a pleasure to shop there and all the employees are very nice. It is one..."
Lisa Anne Frazier
"Best gourmet, full-service grocer you'll find in the midwest, if not the entire US or World. Truly a class act company in every aspect of customer..."
Ralph Windle
"Coffee bar was great, every employee I encountered/saw w/others were top of the line friendly, courteous,kind & helpful, clean restrooms, nice cafe..."
Angela Kae Cooper
"Always love heading to DLM, never been disappointed in the quality of their foodstuffs or the helpfulness of their staff. Especially true of the meat..."
Thomas Brewster
"Today, at around 5:30, a customer was yelling at a manager for things obviously out of his control. She went on for a very long time about a minor..."
Megan Moore
"I just had their Kale salad. That was the BEST salad I have ever eaten. I love DLM. The people are amazing, the food is delicious and the small plate..."
Carrie Chrisman
"i worked there for many years and and still have never found a better store anywhere ! This company is class! And professional! I loved this family..."
Denise Buckingham
"Love the beautiful displays of foods! Friendly staff. If you can't find it here, you won't find it..."
Kevin Millar
"I love, love this store!! Everything is delicious!! I have never had one bad item! This is the best grocery store ever!!! Keep up the good food and..."
Christa Kathleen
Long John Silver's (31697)
Long John Silver's (31697)
70/100 (2494 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Zombie Dogz
Zombie Dogz
91/100 (2472 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast food
American
Gluten Free Options
American
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Pasta
Mac and cheese
Tater tots
Fast food
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"This is a must visit restaurant! I have always liked hot dogs, but Zombie Dogz takes it to a whole new level. This is a place where s hot dog is a..."
Joyce Mikels
"Highly recommended! The three mini-dog meal is the best way to sample the awesome gourmet dogs, and the mac n cheese..."
Melissa Elmore
"I took my two boys there yesterday, they loved everything about this place! The service, food, and decor were excellent. I would recommend this place..."
Adam Schrimpf
"I love Zombie Dogz! The food is always delicious, the service is always top notch and friendly, and I love the art inside too! The cherry on top (or..."
Justin Revolt
"What a neat place and the food was spectacular! I would definitely recommend this..."
Kelli McVey Chovan
"I miss the fun of finding the food truck, and taking my dog for a dog, but what these folks have done with their brick & mortar restaurant is..."
Julia Myers
"Went for the 1st time today and the staff was so helpful, made excellent suggestions and answered all my questions...the dog was delicuous...will..."
Latisha Robinson-Paredes
"Great food great people great experience! I get something new every time I visit and have never had a bad..."
Chris Clark
Fricker's
Fricker's
71/100 (2454 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
American
Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Wings
Bar
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Television
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great atmosphere. The food never disappoints. Briana was a very great server. Whenever we needed something she was always on top of it. Will return..."
Colin Pratt
"It's my sons 14th birthday today and he has Autism. Our server Whitney went over and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. He really..."
Nakesha Lashay
"Stopped in for some wings that were especially good but I was more impressed by the service given by Alayna. Extremely polite and an overall..."
Maggie Allen
"Thanks to the entire Frickers Miller Lane staff. They went above and beyond for the best seats in the house contest for the Superbowl. Food,..."
Brandon Combs
"Was a nice place. Food was really good.. got the veggies for the appetizer and the three way or whatever it was called for dinner.. ffs, sliders and..."
Danielle Gray (Brat)
"I had boneless wings, crinkle cut fries and a dawg with everything. All were very good. Service was good too. Only wish they had a larger variety..."
Theron Sherman
Little Caesars
Little Caesars
70/100 (2447 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Pizza
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Fast food
Pizza
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Best wings out of every little Caesar's I've ever been too! The breadsticks were cooked perfectly! The employees were super nice! I'll definitely be..."
Courtney Dove
"I usually place an order for a custom pizza and wait. Rarely have any issues. It's a cheap quick lunch or dinner. Best breadsticks in my..."
Jack Williams
Subway
77/100 (2312 ratings)
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Breakfast
Dinner
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Sit down
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Dinner
Lunch
"4000 N.Main Street is the best one the day crew especially are great and they are fast would never serve something they wouldn't eat themselves so..."
Jodell Templeton
"I have not been to this location in years! The guy who made my 2 subs was super nice. Excellent customer service for..."
Alyssa M
"Finally they completed the remodel and the place looks great. Their workers a great and friendly which is way I stop by at least 1 to 2 times a..."
A Willis
"The subs here generally taste great generally good service I usually get the tuna sub never been..."
Chuck Harris
"Always love going to this location. Very friendly and always happy to make Your food. Only reason I'm not giving 5 Stars is because Subway in general..."
David Jones
Subway
Subway
70/100 (2288 ratings)
Restaurants
Deli
American
Deli
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
American
Deli
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Lady who works there should be a managing partner or should own the store. Her knowledge and care she takes to make our sandwiches worth it work..."
Robert Molen
"So sad to see this Subway Closed! I am a regular and go there all the time. The days shift employees were awesome. You will be missed! The Post..."
Michael Scott
"This Subway makes the best subs in the Dayton area. I had the footlong tuna sub with all the added fixings and it was superb. The service is usually..."
Will Soto
"Went here yesterday about 3:30 and girl that waited on us was awesome. Subway you have a great employee here. Quick and efficient and an outgoing..."
Jackie Wolfe
Subway
Subway
78/100 (2275 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"I love Subways sandwiches and I think it's a healthier alternative to fast food..."
Jodie Allen
"Fresh, fast, and good subs prices are higher than used to be and don't seem to get as much..."
Sabrina Suttles
"Love this store always clean and reasonably fast very friendly..."
Dennis Tillotson
"Super fast and friendly, clean inside and out. Not one..."
Heather Fletcher
Little York Tavern And Pizza
Little York Tavern And Pizza
75/100 (2268 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Pizza
Bar
Pizza
American
American
Late Night
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Wings
Sit down
American
Bar
Pizza
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Delivery
Takeout
Television
Live Music
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
Taqueria Mixteca
Taqueria Mixteca
84/100 (2249 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Mexican
Latin
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Beef
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Tortillas
Fajitas
Fish
Burger
Sit down
Mexican
Latin
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"I was there yesterday and had a dish with shrimp,steak& chorizo covered in a cheese sauce. One of the best mexican dishes I've ever had. 10/10. Huge..."
Jesse Dabbmunky Schear
"Me and my wife have been hearing about this place for over a year. Today we were able to try it out. The monster burrito..............my goodness! I..."
Darius White
"Great food so much better than El Toro. Would definitely recommend to..."
Pam Boos
"Seriously the best Mexican food in the area. No need for discount alcohol here, the food is worthy of "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Drives" on it's..."
Ryan Roth
"Grew up in El Paso Texas, THE mexican food capital of the world! This is a comparable to the places I would eat at in El Paso! Place is..."
Steve Holt
"Gotta be the best Mexican restaurant in Dayton!! Love the Mexican shrimp..."
Tim Powell
"Service was great. Food is cooked and served as soon as your late is finished, no heat lamps keeping it warm. Our meals were so good we'll be going..."
Jan Wallace
"Authentic Mexican food on East Third. Great tacos, tortas, etc., and great..."
Gina Stough
"Hands down the best Mexican food I’ve..."
Brian McCray
"I ate here earlier today. Food and service was wonderful as usual. My problem was with the rude female customer who berated the cashier in regards to..."
Amy Symon
"Just great authentic Mexican food. The different meats here are..."
Derek Shellabarger
Rally's
Rally's
70/100 (2234 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Dinner
Lunch
"I have to say. I’ve been Very critical of this Rally’s in the past because they’ve always been very slow and always got the order wrong. But..."
Andy Brown
"The lady who works there with the pink hair got me right. She was so patient and polite with me even though I felt like I was making my order..."
Keith Knight Jr.
"I ordered fries!! They were HOT 🔥, fresh and delicious!! The server even complimented my purple 💜 hair!!! So sweet!! This Rally's has no..."
T. J.
"My Big Burford was to die for. It melted in my mouth. It was pure heaven! The fries were usually on point, but not last night. Hey, can't always..."
David Campbell
Subway
Subway
76/100 (2216 ratings)
Restaurants
Deli
Fast Food
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Subway
Subway
70/100 (2209 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
American
American
Fast Food
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Sit down
Fast food
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Standard subway food. The employees were nice and had a good sense of humor. The men's bathroom is so tiny it's..."
J Bird
"These guys are great.. They definitely give you your moneys worth with the meat and..."
Jennifer Tucker
Subway
79/100 (2201 ratings)
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Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"They were right on with my order. The Subway App is simple and easy to use. Simple to add coupon. Cookies amazing..."
Peggy Graham
"I mean it's subway. It was perfect for a Subway lol super fast and the guy making my sub was..."
Chase Gregory
"This is the largest and cleanest Subway I have ever been to. The staff extremely friendly and welcoming, something I don't often find. They have lots..."
Mark Gillaugh
"All good! BMT and two ham sandwiches. Fresh and..."
Kimberly Wheeler
"Staff are friendly and work well together as a team. Well I was there waiting on my online order, they had a line almost to the door. All staff moved..."
Elizabeth Hoskins
"The only subway I'll go to, every other one messes up my pizza sub and charges more somehow. This subway has great employees and they are very fast..."
Angela Wallace
"The service was quick and efficient. The staff was very courteous and friendly. The wrap was fixed just the way I ordered and was delicious. I will..."
Susudio 0530
Subway
78/100 (2200 ratings)
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Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Parking was easy, usually not too busy every time I've went and they've been pretty good. I prefer this one over the Vandalia..."
Shelby Wright
"Best oatmeal raisin cookies you can find. The cookies are NOT keto friendly. Their sandwiches when on sale are a good value and the ingredients have..."
Randy S
"Holy cow! These wonderful ladies that work in there, i commend them! I walk in, and the first thing i notice, is how nice and neat everything -..."
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"Always the best recommend everyone to go..."
Keith Spencer
Little Caesars
Little Caesars
70/100 (2195 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Pizza
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Pizza
Dinner
Lunch
"Great service done online. Pizza was very good and tasty. Customer service was cool especially since he was by himself. The only down side was when..."
Elijah Pou
"We went in today and it was very busy. There were only three ladies working and busting their tail to get people served. Even dealing with a rude..."
Julie Bishop
Subway
70/100 (2179 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
Fast Food
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Subway
Subway
70/100 (2162 ratings)
Restaurants
Deli
American
"The staff is usually very good at making it out way. Always good quality..."
Karen Krull
"Me my husband and kids had lunch here the other day the lady working was super awesome she hooked our sandwiches up and she was super nice. She was..."
Alexis Smith
"Clean store friendly staff! The employee with the grandpa tattoo made the best looking sandwich I ever had from any other subway. Thanks grandpa..."
Pamela Peeples-Ford
Subway
72/100 (2154 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast food
Fast Food
Fast food
"This Subway is amazing. Quick service and the employees are so polite. If you are looking for a healthy or just a sub that will fill you up, come to..."
William Schlemmer
"Business lunch was a hit with chicken teriyaki sauce and out service was A1 friendly courtesy and very professional I highly recommend this as a sure..."
Michael Allen
"The sandwich was fresh and delicious 😋 and the cookies 🍪 were Amazing. No seriously...I went home ate them and drove back and bought..."
Sabrina Allen
"The ladies were sweet the service was great and it was the best sandwich for some reason every time I go in there they know just how to make the..."
Kristine Stevenson
"Always get a very well made Tuna sub at this location. Too many times at other sites I always have to keep requesting more of the many ingredients I..."
Suzanne Morris
"5 stars for the lady who made my order. Very polite and attentive. Young man that cashed me out not so friendly. He never said thank you or Nothing!!..."
Pamela Powell
Subway
Subway
74/100 (2152 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Wendy's
Wendy's
70/100 (2145 ratings)
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Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
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Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Used the drive through around 1:45pm. Greeted promptly and courteously. Order was correct and food was hot. Nice fresh bun. Staffers at both windows..."
Laura Strite
Wendy's
Wendy's
70/100 (2142 ratings)
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Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Wendy’S Biscuit Croissant and Classic Breakfast Sandwiches
Dave’S Double Burger Combo
Chicken Nuggets and Fries
Wendy’S French Fries
Wendy’S Classic Chocolate and Vanilla Frosty Desserts
Wendy’S Coffee Drinks Hot Coffee Cold-Brew and Frosty -Ccino
Wendy’S Taco Salad and Apple Pecan Chicken Salad
Wendy’S Baked Potatoes
Wendy’S All Natural Strawberry and Tropical Berry Lemonades
Wendy’S Sausage Egg & Cheese Burrito Seasoned Potatoes and Sausage Biscuit & Gravy
Wendy's Fresh-Made Salads
Jr Cheeseburger
Sit down
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Dinner
Lunch
Subway
Subway
77/100 (2138 ratings)
Restaurants
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Great service. The two young men were working effectively and efficiently. They payed attention to detail while servicing a long customer line. You..."
Charlie Skelton
"I went in there during a shift I had at the Vaporhaus next door, and the staff was incredibly friendly and even had the veggie patties that are so..."
Jonathan Dillon
"Had two Fabulous Italian Footlong Subs for my Husband and I! Great,, as usual!!! Thank..."
Addyson Woods
"Great location. Awesome staff! Super polite and quick. Alex made this perfect wrap for..."
Kenzie Grate
"Always great food and..."
Tammy Johnson
"We came in at 7pm on a Friday night to order 5 sandwiches. Everything was clean and the food was obviously fresh. They had 3 clean cut nice fellas..."
Jenn MacDonald
"It's a good place to eat..."
Mike Jones
Subway
70/100 (2130 ratings)
Restaurants
Deli
American
Deli
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
American
Deli
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Alex made us the best sandwiches I've ever had last night. Will definitely be returning and telling everyone about her. She deserves a..."
Angelita Jacobo
"The shop is small, but it works for take out, which most people seemed to be getting. It was clean and the woman working was very..."
Amanda Aubrey
"This Subway is one of the best Subways. I stop in here about 2-3 times a week. There is a new manager working in this store and her customer service..."
A. Woodruff
Subway
Subway
73/100 (2113 ratings)
Quick Bites
American
Fast Food
"Ordered Veggie Delight Footlong. I preferred 9-Grain bread with all the most of the veggies and sauces were honey mustard, ranch, sweet onion. The..."
Nitesh Vudutha
"My favorite Subway restaurant in the Greater Dayton area! I eat here frequently! Neil, Heather, and Crystal all do a fabulous job. They are..."
Greg Humphrey
"I was really surprised to find out that Subway has a new spinach wrap. This is an all time favorite lunch spot healthy and affordable meal in a..."
Michael Allen
"The staff here is beyond friendly. Although, whoever manages them should take note of this. Downtown Dayton can be a dangerous place. I came down one..."
Marissa N
"I have to say thar subway always has a great sub, however the cross talking between employees is not very customer..."
Ronald Coulter Jr
Subway
73/100 (2097 ratings)
Restaurants
American
"I have been a customer of this Subway for years!!! Recently, we used this subway for a corporate event servicing more than 300 people. These ladies..."
bre smilez
"Always polite and prompt service and their sandwiches are great. Good eating to be had at this SUBWAY..."
Byron Harris
"Good friendly staff very clean and great subs I've never had a bad..."
David Smith
"Friendly staff and do a good job at making sure your order is..."
Tommy Wood