Anything fun in Dayton nearish the airport for a late lunch/early dinner?

[askdrtodd]

I'm in Dayton for a day this week, funky hours too, get in at 10pm, meeting in the morning, fly out at 4pm the next day, so I figure a late lunch would be ideal. I'll be on the north end of town near the airport. Price no concern, I like creative food, preferably something unique.

[rainsux]

I tried OinkaDoodleMoo (Englewood) a few weeks ago. Nothing
like the BBQ I've enjoyed in TX, NC, SC, KC, etc. Not bad food per
se; but not worth repeating.

My disappointments:

- No sausage offerings
- No combination plate
- No smoker - Liquid Smoke, perhaps?

[Fibber McGee]

I've only been to the Kettering location. They were very, very careful in measuring out each serving.

Have you tried Tipp City's Hickory Rivers, rainsux?

[rainsux]

> OinkaDoodleMoo ... very, very careful in measuring out each serving

I did not notice.

> Hickory Rivers ...

No. But it's now on my list. Thank you.

[Fibber McGee]

It just won a few awards at the state fair, FWIW. I've liked what I've had. They do offer Polish sausage as well as combo platters. I only have been in and out via carryout, so I've never seen a smoker but they do have Smokehouse in their name.

[Niki in Dayton]

Coldwater Cafe in Tipp City serves lunch from 11-5 Tues-Sat, and their food is quite good. Decent wine list, too, if that appeals. Their "signature" dishes include quiche and seared tuna salad.

[Fibber McGee]

I've been to Coldwater Cafe one time. Had an incredible Ostrich Filet. Across the street from Coldwater Cafe is Harrison's, which has a nice menu with a local feel, like turkey from nearby Bowman and Landes.

[Fibber McGee]

Vandalia's World Cafe is very close to the airport, on Northwoods Boulevard, off of I-75, exit 64. All kinds of different cusines, from hummus to muffulettas to Thai-inspired wraps and Caprese salads. It's all made right there in house, too.

[askdrtodd]

You guys rock, thanks! I like all foods, all cuisines, the more fun the better. I appreciate it!!