It’s meticulously crafted such that your soul takes flight but your physical body can’t do anything else except turn over and ask for more.
In short, it makes a bad day good again. Here’s where you can get it in Dayton.
1. Taste Creative Cuisine
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What more could you ask for in a Soul Food experience? Not only do they have a superb menu, but throughout the week patrons can enjoy live jazz music and handmade specialty cocktails. Executive Chef Phil Morgan offers visitors Cajun and Creole cuisine with a touch of Southern flair for an added punch to the Soul Food experience.
Want to go?
WHAT:
Taste Creative Cuisine
WHERE:
2555 Shiloh Springs Road, Dayton
HOURS:
4-10 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 4 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday-Saturday
INFO:
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| 937-854-7060
2. Marilyn’s Grill
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Located in downtown Dayton, Marilyn's Grill is the Soul Food restaurant
and is now open for full breakfast and lunch.
Want to go?
WHAT:
Marilyn’s Grill
WHERE:
143 North Main St., Dayton
HOURS
: Sunday through Friday, breakfast is served from 7-10:30 a.m.; lunch is served starting at 11 a.m. Closed Saturday. Additional hours will be added later this month.
INFO:
3. Burger Master
The chopped steak is one of the daily specials. It’s delicious and hearty enough to satisfy a large appetite. CONNIE POST/ Staff
After nearly 35 years in business, Benjamin’s The Burger Master
where John Riley first opened his delicious Soul Food restaurant. The restaurant offers
Want to go?
WHAT:
Benjamin's the Burger Master
WHERE:
1000 N Main St., Dayton
HOURS:
10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday
INFO:
937-223-8702
4. De’Lish Cafe
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We’d say De’Lish has the perfect combination of good food, ambiance and soul. Every Saturday, visit the restaurant for Neo-Soul night and enjoy their delectable menu items that are sure to please your tastebuds. As the name implies, all menu items really are delicious.
Want to go?
WHAT:
De’Lish Cafe
WHERE:
139 North Main Street, Dayton
HOURS
: 4-10 p.m. Tuesday, 4 p.m.-12 a.m. Wednesday, 4-10 p.m. Thursday, 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday (Every first Sunday only)
INFO:
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| 937-461-2233
5. Diamond Dee’s Diner
Damond D’s Diner owner Barbara holds a Diamond D’s Burger. The beef burger comes with caramelized onions, three slices of bacon and pepper jack cheese on a sliced donut for $6.75. Photo / Amelia Robinson)
When you venture over to Diamond D's restaurant, look forward to boneless, center cut pork chops that come fried and smothered in gravy, peach cobbler and the thick sweet, salty and slightly spicy Diamond D's Burger. Make sure you clear your schedule after dining, as side effects of Diamond D's include a food coma—but it's totally worth it.
Want to go?
WHAT: Diamond D's Diner
WHERE: Madden Golf Course, 2100 Nicholas Road, Dayton
HOURS: 12-8 p.m. Sunday-Monday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday
INFO: Website | 937-268-9275.
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