We arrived early and took some time to stroll up and down the cobble‑stoned streets of Dayton's historic Oregon District, enjoying the window shopping before heading into Blind Bob's. The pub fits right into the neighborhood's character -- lively, full of personality, and steeped in history. Inside, the atmosphere is pure rock 'n roll: casual, energetic, and welcoming. I tried their famed pickle soup, which was cream‑based and reminded me of broccoli and cream soup, with just a subtle pickle flavor that wasn't overpowering. It was okay, but the real standout was the IPA collaboration with Toxic Brewing, a neighboring brewery -- crisp, flavorful, and very good. Nicole had a burger and enjoyed it alongside two of those same Toxic Brewing IPAs (I don't recall the name, but they were excellent). Our host was friendly, service was quick, and judging by the tables around us, everyone else seemed to be enjoying their grub too. A colleague from work joined us and generously picked up the tab, which made the visit even more memorable. Blind Bob's is a fun stop in the Oregon District -- great local beer, unique menu items, and a rock 'n roll vibe that matches the historic setting. read more

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Randomly stopped in for a late lunch after going to the record store down the street. The staff was nice and they were selling some art from local artists which was cool. The food took a little bit of time, but came out hot and fresh and tasted amazing. Website said they have live music which would be fun. I would definitely come back to check out the lunch menu. read more

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I had heard they offer a brunch, so 4 of us went. They were out of their beloved pickle soup. We got some THC seltzers, and food. Grilled cheese, hummus plate and a cheeseburger with tots. Service was friendly. Food good, nice mellow music for a Sunday. Liked the slow vibe (contrasting the weekend frenzy) read more

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This was an okay bar, but the highlight for me was the photo machine. I love them. Boyf and I posed after I swiped my card for the $6.56 charge. I then got a text confirming my photos were coming soon. They didn't. The next day I called Bob's to get a contact for the machine and was given a phone #. I left a message and later got a text advising he would open a ticket for me. He got my email and I waited. Nothing. I sent a follow up text and still haven't received anything. Beware the photo machine. read more

Blind Bob's - Bourbon, peach schnapps, lemonade - A tall glass of lemonade with ice, a yellow straw, and a Narragansett beer logo on the front, placed on a wooden bar counter. - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

I haven't eaten in a real bar in forever. This was amazing. The place was just the right balance of grit and old city elegance that reminds me of back home when I was younger. The food was really good. The staff was friendly and attentive. If we're ever in Dayton again, this is definitely a place to do again. read more

Chicken wings were really good wish they had a little more seasoning, drinks were amazing. The place had live singers. Love the graffiti on the walls such a lovely touch to the place. The staff was very nice, very entertaining definitely a vibe there will be back! read more

Blind Bob's - Margaritas - Four cocktails with straws are placed on a wooden bar counter at Blind Bob's in Dayton, Ohio, with a bar area and patrons in the background. - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

The people the workers service was great. The food was outstanding in the ambience was relaxing. Need to stay a little longer. We had a great time read more

This place is amazing! Great service, an impressive food and drink menu. I also loved the seating and the old town city good vibes atmosphere, and big windows lining the whole face of the building to see the Oregon!! Oh, and they have vegan options too! I highly recommend giving this place a try, and o hope you'll be just as happily surprised as I was! Blind Bob's is a Gem!! read more

After ditching another local brewery for a couple disappointing, I decided to try this place. Since I walked here, I can't comment on parking but it appeared to be street parking only. There's both inside and outside seating. I sat at the bar and ordered up some deep fried mushrooms and a beer. The mushrooms were pretty good and so was the beer. I know there was at least one TV monitor inside, but there might have been more. This felt like a locals hangout. However, chatting up others at the bar...I felt very welcomed. The staff were nice too. I'd definitely like to come back here again. read more

Blind Bob's - people sitting at tables in a bar - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

Hula Rings were too rich for me but damn that's some creative grub--wings were awesome. Dayton is a bit of a bummer city but there's cathedrals all around for those with eyes to see. Like $2 PBR. read more

Eileen at the door knows how to put those wristbands on perfectly. Not too tight, not too loose, never gets adhesive on your arm hairs, and she is a DELIGHT! Great bar overall. read more

We typically go to Blind Bob's for brunch. The food is always great, they have good vegetarian options. The Hula Hoops are AMAZING- trust me and just order. This mid morning in particular, we all had omelets. I had the southwest omelet. The plate weighed about 40lbs it comes with sour cream and salsa on the side. I'd say if you have a hangover this one will cure it. My friends had the veggie omelet and they were both pleased with their choices. Bob's is casual and fun atmosphere. They do music frequently, the staff is down to earth, friendly and ready to get your grub! Highly recommend, even on their off days the food is on point and you will have a great time with friends or family. read more

Amazing little dive with amazing food and great service. We went for brunch on a Sunday and there were so many different menu choices! The hula hoops are a must! They look like onion rings but are actually breaded and deep fried pineapple rings! Yum! I had the monster bowl. Wow! Home fries piled with chili and two over easy eggs. Don't forget the shredded cheese! Yes please! read more

Blind Bob's - Monster Bowl! - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

The salad was good, crisp and flavorful, but that quesadilla was next level! Definitely recommend. The waffle fries are also excellent. Lightning fast delivery via 937Delivers (dot) com. read more

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Tony and I took a day trip to Dayton..I like History and He likes drinking so he goes to the museums with me and I go to the bars with him. I don't drink but I am the permanent disignated driver so it works out his is the Ying to my Yang or visa versa We went to Blind Bob's last it was getting close to 4pm and we still had a 3 hr drive home. Its located on 5th Street down the block from Tumbleweed Connection and there are many other little Dive Bars as I call them located here, we will check them out Next time..there is always a next time with us.. This is located in the Oregon Historic District of Dayton's downtown area. We parked for free on the street and went inside. I noticed on my way to the bar many cute little shops that I definitely want to check out next time when I have more time. We went inside, Blind Bob's is bigger inside than it looks. Since there are many colleges in the area I know this place is Jamming at night. They have a stage area, and big dining drinking floor area with more than a handful of tables. I love the bright bold colors and funky design in here. Tony noticed all the different Pabst Blue Ribbon Pics and mirrors on the walls. note to self..great christmas present next year for his man cave..aka garage!! The waitress was on duty no real hostess here so we picked a table out of the way of the cold windy doorway. She came over with a menu but I explained we are bar hopping and ate lunch earlier but the menu was amazing I would have definitely tried that Pickle Soup if I was hungry I love to try new things even if I don't finish them. We ordered our drinks Tony got his favorite PBR and I ordered a Coke in highball with Lime and Cherry I like to feel like I am drinking even if I am not..when the drinks arrived No Highball, I guess she forgot but not a biggy. We finished our drinks and was on our way home. I left her a $10 for the $5.50 tab and we were out..Defiinitely will be back to Blind Bob's again and highly recommend. I want to go back just to try that Pickle Soup.. read more

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I absolutely love Blind Bob's! Everything about this place is awesome! Starting with location, right in the heart of Dayton's Oregon District. Next, the food is outstanding...like everything I've had on the menu is a 10 but I must say my favorite is the Grilled PB&J!! (Pictured). I'll admit I was a little scared to try it the first time but damn it's amazing!! Their burgers are also dynamite and the hand battered Chicken Strips are seriously some of best I've ever had...and that says a lot!! And if that wasn't enough, their weekend brunch is just as good. I recommend the NASCAR Omelette. But it's seriously all good. Drinks? A good selection of rotating taps of good beer and a fairly full bar. And of course mimosas during brunch. Finally, they have the greatest staff you could ask for! Always friendly, always willing to help with suggestions and some can be down right funny! If you want a truly great dining/bar experience you have to try Blind Bob's!! read more

Blind Bob's - Grilled PB&J! - A grilled peanut butter and jelly sandwich is placed on a red tray with waffle fries on the side, served in a casual dining setting. - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

Bob's is an institution in Dayton! Great music that often features local bands and artists. The pickle soup is amazing! I know, I know that sounds awful but believe me it is delicious. Great waffle fries. The burgers are stellar and not to be missed. read more

Down to Earth, OG to Dayton and the Oregon District. Live Music + good food. Had a fun time.

Nice local bar with good food. The hula loops were amazing! Fried pineapple with cinnamon dipping sauce. So good. Really recommend it. Ordered a burger with Cajun seasoning and chips with their dipping sauce. Which was your typical bar burger. The staff was real nice... Attentive and helpful. you can tell this is a local spot as the staff basically knew everyone there. But hey $2 PBRs can you actually complain?! Not at all! Went on a Sunday so street parking wasn't too bad. But I am sure parking could be an issue if going on a busier night. When. I went there were about 4-5 groups only. read more

Great breakfast and lunch options, great bar. Old school Dayton at its finest. Very friendly waitstaff.

Had a really good burger here. Properly prepared and grilled to perfection. They weren't busy when we were there. Server was attentive. Need to go back again. read more

Daily drink specials and a nice patio. Everyone else raves about the pickle soup but I just find it odd. Bob loves the burgers here...and the bourbon. I've moved around the menu and everything is pretty good. Not OMG I can't believe it's so good, but not to waste your money good. Except for the Bloody Mary...it was just too spicy for me. The restroom are awful. They look like a blind guy cleans them. And on this last visit I didn't go in because an elderly lady wandered in and spent 20 minutes in there. I was scared to enter. But they directed her to them and didn't insist she buy something. That was nice. I walked down to Derailed instead and imposed on them! read more

We came here to see The Screaming Females with Rrings and Dark Thoughts. The sound was absolutely amazing! Staff were generally friendly and the food was OK. The drinks were poured pretty good. I would definitely see a show here again. I didn't think the food was anything special but it wasn't bad. read more

Blind Bob's - The Screaming Females - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

This place really ain't bad , kind of ragged but it was a great experience food wasn't bad , beer was reasonably priced . I'd definitely go again. read more

Had a great time at Blind Bob's! Our server was amazing. Those pickles are the bomb. Definitely get the grilled PB&J. It's worth it. Drinks are strong and reasonably priced and the music is amazing. If you are in town and visiting the Oregon district, do yourself a solid and hit up this institution. read more

scrumptious :p great food great atmosphere, all around would recommend! love this place :) read more

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I loveeee this place. Mostly I love the food and employees. I get bobs pb&j almost every time we go. It has honey, peanut butter, jam, nuts and it's grilled to perfection. It's the ultimate comfort food. Their burgers are huge and very tasty too. I always enjoy their soups too, they change it up often. My boyfriend likes their pickle soup because it's light and even has potatoes in it. We almost always get the same waitress and she is so friendly and always has something fun to talk about. Sure, the place is small and parking can ve hard to find...but it's a classic for me. read more

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I came here with a rather large party for dinner. We showed up right at the beginning of the dinner rush, so we luckily got seats immediately. I ordered the Nashville hot chicken and my husband got the screamer (chicken teriyaki sandwich). I really enjoyed mine, it had great heat! Just a warning, it does not come with ranch or any other sauces, so if you need that with hot food - order it! My husband liked his sandwich and said it's his favorite chicken sandwich he's ever tried. The staff was also very friendly. Another comment that needs to be made is that their hand soap smells like almonds... I loved that and hope they continue to use it. read more

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Lane is the best server I've ever had. Everyone else there is awesome, too, but her hospitality comes with its own unique charm. She could upsell anything, and doesn't let people push her around. Always friendly and never afraid to tell you what she wants you to hear. Come in and give her your money and compliments. read more

First of all, this place has nothing to do with window treatments. According to their website, Blind Bob's is an "American Tavern" and I'd have to agree with that description. There's plenty of food and drinks and a busy, hustle and bustle atmosphere during Sunday Brunch. It's uber casual, comfortable and inviting. I can see why it's a big hit with the folks in the Oregon District of Dayton. They were definitely understaffed on a busy Sunday afternoon but they still made sure they took care of us from start to finish. Kudos and bonus points for them. As for lunch, everyone in our party was happy with their food, except me. The chicken and waffles, burgers, teriyaki chicken sandwiches and omelettes that were brought out from the kitchen were definite hits. I ordered the Ultimate Falafel with a side of potato chips but unfortunately, I chose badly this time. It really just wasn't very good. I even shared some of it with a couple of my dining partners and they agreed that it was pretty "Meh". Oh well. The chips were pretty damned good, homemade and fresh with just the right saltiness to them. Libby V. shared some of her omelette with me and it was really good. I know what to get the next time. So the short and sweet: It could have been better, it could have been worse but hanging out with some of Dayton and Springfield's top Yelpers really made my day. I'll be back to give Blind Bob's another try sometime. ***Many thanks to Kimball C., Valerie W., Mr. M&P, Libby V., Bob V., and Matt V. for coming out on a rainy Sunday to this UYE. This is what it's going to take to get Dayton Yelp off the ground. You guys made this a really nice afternoon for me and I'm looking forward to seeing you guys next time! read more

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Tasty food, nice waitress, loud music. I think this place would have been better without the loud music. (maybe it'd be better with live music or better genres for the environment) Our waitress was kind, but so soft spoken we couldn't hear her at all. Grilled pb&j was super tasty! Chips were mediocre, get the garlic dip. I appreciated the daily drink specials as well. Meal was not that expensive and I would come back for that yummy sandwich. read more

Blind Bob's - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

I have to admit that I have a bit of a chip on my shoulder about this place. The first time we went we tried the loaded fries and they were awful. Not only were the fries themselves terrible because steak fries always suck, but the toppings were terrible! They were topped with that fake, goopy nacho cheese and sliced black olives from a can. Bleh! But I was convinced to give it another try because it was hubby's treat. This time, we went with a burger - Cajun seasoning and bleu cheese. It was pretty darn good! I would actually go back for that burger. Maybe there's something else on the menu worth trying?? read more

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Who the hell invented pickle soup and why does it taste so good?? My sister and her friend told me about the pickle soup for years before I made it here to try it. Now I am hooked. It's the perfect level of creamy and tangy with a strong dill flavor. I would come back just to get a giant bowl of soup!! I ordered the cool, calm, and collected sandwich. It's a cold veggie sandwich with cheese and hummus served on toasted bread. It's pretty tasty and probably the best choice on the menu if you're looking for a healthy option. My husband ordered the wings with buffalo sauce. They are massive and extremely delicious. The buffalo sauce was unique (didn't taste like Franks from a bottle) and the wings were super crispy. This is a great place for a casual lunch or dinner. I will definitely be back. read more

Blind Bob's - Chicken wings with buffalo sauce - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

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Yelp brought me here as Bourbon pickle spears had me intrigued. Turnoff #1 panhandlers outside asking for money as we entered and left. The pickle spears were disappointing as breading was falling off and served in a paper boat with grease. Told bartender about it and he said he would tell the chef. Ya right. The pickle soup was really good and spouse and kid liked their cheeseburgers and fries. Bartender also waited tables and had to go to bar to get water refills. Table and chairs also very wobbly so we just moved to another table. Dont live here so probably won't be back. read more

Blind Bob's - Nasty pickle spears. Breading came off and in a pool of grease. - Pubs Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

Rude wait staff/Dirty We were completely ignored for almost 15 min upon arrival. When we were finally seated the waitress was so rude to us -we got up and left. read more

Don't really understand why this place gets such high remarks. Went in the other day and felt very uncomfortable. No one let us know we should seat ourselves, I had to go up to a waitress and ask. The waitress was kind, but when I asked for recommendations she just said "pickles". I will say the pickles were good with the dip they provided. The presentation of the food was also iffy, but I understand as a bar you get what you get. read more

Use to be a good place. Like most places now, service sucks! Was there for 15 minutes- not busy, and not one server came to take our order. read more

I always heard about the food here and so I had to come and try it. A nice local place, with nice music playing and nice servers. The hula hoops are amazing ! And the sauce that comes with it is one of the best sauces I have ever tasted in my life, no exaggeration. It's sweet and compliments the fried pineapples well. It was my first time tasting fries macaroni and I can say that it is good too. I didn't have expectations but I'm glad I did decide to taste it. The wings were okay, they are indeed jumbo wings. I had bourbon sauce on them and some on the side but they barely looked tossed in the sauce as I thought they would be. The potato fries are good and so is the burger. The food here was good overall. A nice local bar and I will definitely be back again to try more food on the menu and to enjoy some of the drink specials that they have (Sunday - Thursday). read more

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Pretty fun place. Everybody is pretty cool. Food is great. Can get a little difficult to get waited on at times, but to be fair we were we are a 7 top and pounding drinks all day so that's going to happen. As an added bonus we got to see Blind Bob! read more

Blind Bob's... To-the-point service, to the point of brusque. To wit: "do you have Dr. Pepper?" My son asked. "No" retorted the waitress (yes. I know the term of art is "server"...). And that was it. "No". Not the expected "No, however we have X, Y, Z..." My son's southern manners seemed off-putting from the onset, as his addressing her as "ma'am" caused a certain bristling. (As a man sourced from a Massachusetts father and a French mother, my unawareness of southern gentility was once as pronounced but never as curtly displayed) This - mind you - was only a speedbump. Truthfully, the experience planed above water shortly before the midpoint - before we were served. Kids had burgers. I had Blind Bob's Benedict (a curiosity given that the menu states the eggs can be prepped any way but poached (Benedict being "kitchen-speak" for poached). Tasty - but it's okay to be a wee bit more friendly - especially in the service industry. I'm giving this a 4-star rating because it's entirely possible that manners are simply overlooked in these parts - in which case you patrons from these environs will probably get by just fine! read more

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