The Ugly Duckling

1430 E 5th St, Dayton
(937) 951-2040

Recent Reviews

Sort by
Brittany Knight

Took my client here for his birthday breakfast and we both regret it. Waitress was a lil on the nonchalant side for it not to be busy but quick about the service. We was given powdered eggs even though we was told it was regular eggs. Taste and visually anyone can tell from either one. Bacon was over done and pre-cooked. As if the bacon been sitting in a warmer. Best thing I can say was good was the toast and tots. I don't mind paying for a good meal if it is worth it. I waisted $30 on something that was not worth it, not for the birthday guy to enjoy. Bummer. You never who visits your businesses. It should always be 100% service and for sure great food. Would I go back, NO.
Pictures look great online but in person you could get something else.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 3

Kenneth Koepnick

Big portions to justify the price, we took some home. Flavors were good. Menu is pretty big. Really enjoyed the place. Excited to go back & try some different stuff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jana Yates

I think the drinks were high for a can but the food is 🔥

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Monique Green

My first time dining and I was not disappointed. I am a picky eater but they got my order correct.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shaundra Hudson

I got steak and eggs. The eggs were not very good and the steak was very blah but the honey croissant I subbed for the toast was flaky, the edges were crispy and it just melts in your mouth. Good vibes and interesting artwork but the food is so-so at best.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 5

Bradley Barnes

Came in after searching randomly for a spot to eat in Dayton. Absolutely loved everything, service was fast and friendly and the Chicken and Waffles were some of the best I've had. Chicken tenders tossed in spicy syrup with real Belgian pearl sugar waffles, absolutely delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Emmett Cox

Pricy but delicious. I'd definitely return.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tammy Soter-Simoes

Just kind of small, they could have been in a larger location and be fully filled.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Susan Breslin

Went early afternoon. Our server greeted us at the door of this cute Dayton diner and seated us. BELT & goat cheese sandwich was very good! It came with tater tots. Daughter had Tater Hash with vegetarian options. Filled us up! Service was good, server patient and professional. The modern wall art collection is interesting. Overall a good experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Carly Rau

Easily the best breakfast place in the city. I've loved every single thing I've tried and their tots are best I've ever had! I recommend this place to everyone and they always come back with glowing reviews! When I found out I couldn't eat gluten I was so excited to find that they had gf options too!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Richard Rau

The service was excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Patricia Lofton

To potential customers… Initial service was good. It wasn’t until we returned part of our take out order, after my husband found a hair in his eggs. Imagine the disappointment that we felt having to waste gas to return an order only to get treated with displaced anger and attitude. We’re genuine customers visiting for the first time. Our bill was over $50 for berry bits that taste like nothing the blueberries were good, a burnt doughy pancake, hair in our eggs, no lie the portion of my waffle burger that I ate was good, but the disgust from the hair is his food ruined my meal. The male that I had not contact with handled my husband complaint and lets just say he’s lucky, He’s I didn’t go back in to return the food because it would’ve been a full refund. Hell I should dispute the charges with my bank after our experience. Take heed future patrons. Suggestion for the cooks, hair and beard nets. From Unsatisfied customers

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Chad Zizelman

From food to service, this place checked off all the boxes. This restaurant gave off cozy vibes and the food wasn't over-seasoned, which tends to be hard to find these days. Everything was cooked and seasoned to absolute perfection.

We had a pretty large party and they were super accommodating.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Nelson

My family had a really good dinner here and the server explained the menu to us in great detail. It might seem expensive but it very much so is worth it. I had a super smash burger which was good and my wife had their breakfast.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tater Tots, World Famous Breakfast

Caitlyn Thai

It was AMAZING. We had The Breakfast Burger Special and the Brad’s Hash. The burger was so delicious. Sweet and Savory. And wasn’t soggy at all. When you get waffles on a burger it’s usually soggy but it was crispy and perfect. The Brad’s Hash was also amazing. The hash browns are really crispy and yummy. The eggs, sausage gravy, and bacon paired with the sweetness of the onion and peppers was fabulous. I will definitely be coming back. The place is small and packed but they are extremely efficient. 5 different groups came in about the same time as us and we got sat in about 10 minutes. And a group of 9 that came in behind us was sat within 20ish minutes. They are extremely efficient. Also they do have parking and plenty of it. It’s just not obvious. It’s right next to the building in a fenced in parking lot. You have to drive down an alley behind the building to get there.

Loading...