11 Best Cafes in Dayton

“Our family loves this cafe!! We have ordered afternoon tea for two birthday parties for our granddaughter! She loves good tea and scones and theirs are the best! The Strawberry Kisses hot tea is fantastic! Central Perc is a little gem!!“

“Hidden Gem 💎💎💎 Food is always delicious and fresh every time! Very affordable and the portions are large! Service is always A++! Love all the windows here but I always prefer to go. Be careful with to go, the bourbon sauce will spill out of the box into the saran wrap they put around it. Ask for your sauce on the side to avoid the mess. They always make sure you get exactly what you want and go the extra mile! I've become a regular here very quickly. I live in the neighborhood and I'm very grateful there is a place affordable with great food that me and kids can enjoy! Love this place!“

“Great coffee and chocolates! The barista who was working at the downtown Dayton location this morning (12-6-24) was so friendly and cheerful that he set the mood for my whole day.“

“Great pies made by better people! You will not be disappointed!“

“Excellent chocolate chip cookies and brownies- the salt on top was just the right amount to balance to sweet!“

“We enjoyed a delicious brunch this morning at Culp’s Cafe. Both the food and atmosphere were excellent! Jose Calzada and his family have elevated the dining experience there since they took over management. My friends and I enjoyed Chicken and Waffles, Shrimp and Grits, and Brioche French Toast. Highly recommend 🤩“

“We had such a beautiful experience at Pettibone Coffee. The food was absolutely delicious, the coffee was rich and comforting, and the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in. We hosted our Coffee and Conversations event there, and it was the perfect space. There was more than enough room to comfortably seat the 15 people who attended, which allowed everyone to relax, connect, and truly enjoy the time together. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating — kind smiles, patient service, and genuine hospitality that made us feel cared for. You can tell they value community. We’re so grateful for such a cozy, inviting space to gather. Highly recommend for a quiet coffee date, a meet-up with friends, or even hosting a small event. 💛“

“My daughter & I went here for brunch. It was hands down the best brunch I've ever consumed in my life!“

“Thank you CommuniTea for hosting our special day. Everything was perfect! 🫖🍯🩷Support Local🩷🍯🫖“

“always great service and amazing coffee. 5 stars all day! :)“

“It's the best place to eat brunch! a lot of gluten free options. The staff are friendly and go out of their way to be kind! 5 stars!“