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Top things to do, see & eat in Dayton, OH

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As a Dayton native and a local Realtor. Dayton literally means “home”.  These are the places I recommend to all who visit or move to the area!
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Best local Dayton eateries

 
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The broasted pork chop and the potato salad are family favorites!
Old Hickory Bar-B-Q
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The best pizza in Dayton! Square cut, thin crust. Delicious!
Joe's Pizzeria
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The BEST Mexican food in Dayton, OH! You can order ahead & pick up from the window
Taqueria Mixteca

Dayton Sweets & Treats

 
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Made in Dayton, the chocolate covered cherries here are the best.
Esther Price candy - Dayton's best chocolate
 
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Soft Serve in every flavor imaginable and hand dipped ice cream too!
The Sweet Retreat | Dayton OH
 
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Some people will say I'm wrong, but these are the best donuts in Dayton.
Stan The Donut Man | Dayton OH

Sips in Dayton

 
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From solo coffee dates to business meetings - you won't be disappointed in the coffee or the ambiance!  Get the Whiskey Caramel Latte.  Delicious!
Pettibone Coffee
 
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Fun seasonal drinks, close to the UD campus, good for business meetings or study sessions.
Tastefully Roasted Coffee
 
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Fun wine bar in the heart of Dayton. They offer a great selection & a good list of events
Joui Wine
 
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Coffee shop with a fun vibe & delicious creative drinks
EPIC Coffee Shoppe

Dayton things to do & see

 
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This historic landmark has been revitalized and is beautiful.  Home to Restaurants, stores and a hotel.
Dayton Arcade
 
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Baseball Games in the heart of Dayton? Yes, Please!
Dayton Dragons | MiLB.com
 
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A nice place for a walk to look at historical burial sites of people like The Wright Brothers, Erma Bombeck, Paul Laurence Dunbar.
Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum
 
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Want to a kayak in downtown Dayton, you can do it right here!
RiverScape MetroPark
 
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This Dayton, OH museum does not disappoint.  Free to visit and explore.  You can do it all in a few hours or take your time and visit over a couple of days. Its also a great place to get your steps in during the winter months.
National Museum of the US Air Force

Dayton bars/breweries

 
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Great place to hang out & eat, drink a beer and watch a ballgame on the many TV. Or go outside to the patio or even to the rooftop!
The Dayton Beer Company
 
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Fun place to hang out & get a drink (but no food - you can bring food in) while being close to the activity at the Dragons stadium. Pinball, ducking bowling & other yard games
Pins Mechanical Co.

Best Health & Beauty spots in Dayton

 
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This nail salon is my favorite and I've tried a few! They can get you in right away. The massage chairs are amazing. they do nails, they do lashes, they do waxing. you won't be disappointed
Cuba Nail Spa
 
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Sauna has so many great benefits, and we have a great studio right here in Dayton. They offer packages! Tell Dylan or Madison that I sent you!
The Greene - Perspire Sauna Studio
 
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Get your brows done by Amanda, she is THE GOAT!
Benefit Cosmetics BrowBar