Wheat Penny Oven and Bar
$$ • Italian, Pizza, Cocktail Bar
Hours:
515 Wayne Ave, Dayton
(937) 496-5268
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Hours
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
Sunday | Closed |
Wheat Penny Oven and Bar in Dayton, Ohio offers delicious and healthy food, well-known for their tasty eggplant fries. The service is friendly and welcoming, with a casual atmosphere perfect for college town visits. The restaurant accommodates a wide variety of allergies and dietary restrictions, featuring an allergy menu that includes both allergen-friendly and regular options, all flavorful. Customers have enjoyed dishes like the crispy brick chicken thighs cooked under a brick until crispy, resulting in tender meat with sides, as well as homemade desserts. Recent reviews highlight the restaurant’s inviting vibe, with guests appreciating the attentive staff and the clean, laid-back environment. Visitors often praise the quality of their meals, including standout antipasto, and enjoy the fine-dining level of food in a come-as-you-are setting. There have been concerns regarding some racially insensitive signage, and suggestions have been made for more inclusive decor to promote unity in the community.