Dayton’s best local businesses

The 353 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 2

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353 businesses across 15 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants103 places · newest: Fat Boyz BBQ, Aug 2
• 02Beauty23 places · newest: Salon Noir Hair Lounge, Aug 2
• 03Shopping15 places · newest: Buten Eyewear, Aug 2
• 04Entertainment36 places · newest: Avon Fields Golf Course, Aug 2
• 05Nightlife30 places · newest: Deaf Monty's Wine, Aug 2
• 06Bakeries & Sweets30 places · newest: Boosalis Baking and Cafe, Aug 2
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage20 places · newest: Bquirkie, Aug 2
• 08Health & Wellness3 places · newest: Breathe Gravity Spa, Aug 2
• 09Arts & Culture17 places · newest: 1001 Colors, Aug 2
• 10Home & Garden18 places · newest: Artichoke, Aug 2
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts22 places · newest: Busy Beaver Arts & Crafts, Aug 2
• 12Sporting Goods7 places · newest: D & D OUTFITTERS, Aug 2
• 13Parks & Outdoors14 places · newest: Juilfs Park, Aug 2
• 14Services7 places · newest: American Coin And Jewelry Gallery, Jul 21
• 15Pets6 places · newest: Dogtown, Aug 2

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• Cross Pointe Shopping Center

  Other

  Shopping mall featuring general merchandise stores, a bakery, and ice cream shop.

  101 E Alex Bell Rd (Centerville) · dotsmarket.com ↗

• Gem City Catfe

  Cafes

  Treat yourself to a latte, tea, or even wine or a cheeky cocktail while hanging out with adoptable cats at Gem City Catfe. They pour Boston…

  1513 E 5th St · gemcitycatfe.com ↗

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