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CategoriesPasta Shops, Bakeries, Sandwiches
Location46 W Fifth St, Dayton, OH
Gift Tips
- Try the handmade pasta dishes, especially the bolognese, carbonara, or filled pasta options, for a strong first visit.
- Order the rosemary or focaccia bread to share at the table; it is one of the most popular parts of the meal.
- Save room for dessert, with tiramisu, cannoli, and seasonal tarts standing out as smart picks.
- Ask about the pasta-making classes if you want a hands-on experience and a fun date idea.
- Pick up fresh pasta or specialty provisions to take home if you want to bring a bit of Grist back to your own kitchen.
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Price$$
AmbienceClassy
Year Established2018
Grist is a restaurant in Dayton, Ohio, in the downtown area on 5th Street. It was created by Patrick and Casey VanVoorhis, who bring fine-dining training to a more approachable neighborhood spot. The restaurant focuses on handmade pasta, bread, sauces, and other specialty items for dine-in or take-home use.
- Ambiance: Grist has a classy, modern feel with a warm bistro style that works well for date nights, lunch breaks, and small groups.
- Cuisine: The menu centers on handmade pasta, fresh breads, sauces, sandwiches, and desserts made with careful technique and quality ingredients.
- Highlights: Guests can enjoy counter or QR-code ordering, take-home pasta and provisions, and cooking classes that add something different to the visit.
The menu is built around thoughtful, well-made dishes that show the kitchen’s background in serious cooking without feeling overly formal. Visitors can expect a mix of pasta, sandwiches, and bakery items, along with desserts and drinks that round out the meal. The food is designed to feel special while still being easy to enjoy on a casual outing.
Grist also stands out for its mix of dining and retail options. Guests can stop in for a meal, pick up fresh pasta for dinner later, or join one of the cooking classes for a more hands-on experience. That combination makes it a useful choice for locals who want both a good meal and something extra from the visit.
Customer Reviews
Grist is by far the best restaurant in Dayton Ohio.
Very consistently amazing.
So hard to choose from the menu... everything is so great.
Definitely... read review
Unbelievable spot in downtown Dayton. Grist is an Italian eatery with pasta, salads, sandwiches and pastries.
The Italian Stallion sandwich is too good to... read review
GRIST
5/5
Another Shout Out to YELP!
Excellent Yelp reviews for Grist from reviewers, and this property has been on our to do list for some... read review
Michael S.
04/12/2026
04/12/2026Heather C.04/10/2026
04/10/2026Ron H.02/19/2026
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