This place is about as solid a diner as you can get!…read more We've driven past this place for years but never at a time when we could stop in. Finally stopped for the first time the other day, & had their fantastic cabbage rolls (on Thursdays for dinner). My husband had a burger & said it was very good. Today we returned for breakfast, and WOW! They do dinner really well, but their breakfast just blew me away. I had the corned beef hash meal which came with excellent corned beef hash, perfectly cooked hash browns, 2 eggs, a biscuit, & delicious sausage gravy. It was breakfast perfection! Their coffee is delicious too, very smooth & not bitter or sour. My husband had a blt & he said it was very good. True mom n pop operation here...a tiny place with cute decor, counter service plus a few tables, really great food & very efficient, friendly service. Servers are very nice, and quick with refills. Prices are very competitive. The place is very clean inside. Off the beaten path, but worth trying. Highly recommend!

I was in Ohio for a friends birthday party and this was a classic diner. This place was amazing and…read morehad such a throwback feel to it. I gave it four out of five stars because they got my order totally wrong, however, what they did bring to me tasted amazing. I wasn't about to send it back because the ladies that were working there were so busy and there was only two or three of them working that I just didn't feel like making them work harder. Plus, I'm not a very picky eater And it looked good. This place could stand be on diners, drive-ins and dives. This is a true maw and pops diner. I had loaded, hashbrowns, eggs, and bacon. They only take cash, and the sodas are so huge so they don't have to refill them.

A friend and I popped in here at about 11:30PM on a Friday night for a late dinner. You could tell…read morethat this place doesn't normally host folks in their dining room (I think every other person that came in was either picking up a delivery app order or was waiting for an order that they'd come in to place and take with them) as the staff was a bit awkward about things like providing us glasses of water, but ultimately they quite kind. The dining room itself was very small, a single picnic table, and they had a large industrial stand fan running in one corner. It was warm but the fan brought it to the perfect temperature. The food is unbelievably good. I had their chicken sandwich with a side of fries, and you could tell that everything was made fresh from scratch. My friend had the chicken quesadilla and it was so huge and delicious he had to stop himself from eating the entire thing! While we were waiting, we got to see some of the other foods being made. They made their pancakes from scratch - not from a mix! I'm definitely going to come back next time I'm in town!

The food here truly is delicious, but how the business conducts itself was leaving much to be…read moredesired from top to bottom. Traveling through the area, was looking for a breakfast/brunch spot on our way out of town and first and when 6 people walked in, the entire vibe shifted in the place. We were told that they only do online orders and pick up basically, but we were in a tour a van and did not want to eat eggs on a 90 degree day in a hot van, we asked if we could sit, and they said "no problem." But then it became a problem. The two working here decided to start playing very loud grime/trap music while sat there as they made our food. They increased the volume of every track and even as the orders came out, kept turning up the music. After they said we could eat in the shop, they continually raised the volume on the music to an unbearable point, even clocked the one of the chefs going to the ipad to raise the mix even further, and we all ended up taking to go. I get it. You don't want people in the shop. You don't have bathrooms, theres not a ton of seating, and this is a cool stoner delivery spot. But everyone, including myself, tipped the workers on the orders and just tried to have a quick bite so we thought it wouldn't be a problem to eat and be on our way. It was so obvious that these workers do not want people in their store or for diners to enjoy themselves there. Again, the food was really good, but I didn't want to eat it in a tour van. I know that may be selfish of me, the customer, to want a place to eat something with gravy and eggs, and not in a steamy enclosed vehicle, but wow, it was so obvious that we were not allowed to be in there from the vibe. Not to mention, one of the folks in my party clocked that 2 cops were outside rummaging through the trash - so not a great look on this restaurant or neighborhood. The food was so good it still gets 3 stars from me, but I will be ordering on line for pick up next time.

Fast, pleasant server, great food. Kids enjoyed their French toast and hamburger. Biscuit meal was…read moreyummy especially the breakfast potato's were like a crispy piece of yumm!!

First impressions? Very good - a neighborhood diner. Two staffers greeted me when I arrived, both…read morehustling to keep a full dining room humming. Good teamwork among the staff. I sat at the counter and ordered a patty melt w/side of coleslaw. The water and menu arrived promptly, as did my food. Price? $17 including tip. Unlike the greasy mess that is the typical patty melt, this one was dry. All the expected ingredients were present, but how did they manage to make it so dry. Frankly, I was craving a little bit of a mess, but no objections. The beef flavor was good. The cheese was fully melted. I do wish the onions were a bit more caramelized. I will admit to being intrigued by the pistachio cake. I almost ordered a slice, but that was too much green food dye for me. Will I return? Yes.

Large portions, great price, fresh and amazing every single time. I have eaten here several times…read more It is much better than the franchise processed food anywhere else. Keep up the good work. I would love to see your hours expanded. (My only request.) Thanks again for always providing delicious meals and excellent service.

I've been visiting Tipp City for the past ten years to see my in‑laws, and every trip we make our…read moreusual stops--the Hotel Gallery across the street, Harrison's, the familiar favorites. And for all those years, my wife kept saying, "We really should try Sam & Ethel's." Somehow, this was the first time we finally made it happen--and I'm glad we did. We came in for breakfast the day before heading back home. We arrived around 9 a.m., and here's a tip for first‑timers: call ahead to get on the waitlist. You don't need to be present, and it can save you a little time. We thought we were next, but another couple who had called ahead slipped in before us. It felt a bit unfair in the moment, but honestly, good for them--they used the system the way it's meant to be used. Once seated, everything that followed was exactly what a classic hometown breakfast spot should deliver. The menu is full of comforting options--silver dollar or plate‑size pancakes, buckwheat or regular, with or without pecans, all served with hot syrup. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully made. I ordered the BELT (Bacon, Egg, Lettuce, Tomato) sandwich, which was excellent. They asked if I wanted cheese and offered several options; I chose cheddar, though it didn't end up on the sandwich. Honestly, it was still great without it. I also tried a silver dollar buckwheat pancake with pecans, and it was fantastic--nutty, warm, and just the right amount of indulgent. The coffee was a little weak for my taste, but that was the only small miss. I also sampled some of my wife's breakfast burrito and my mother‑in‑law's toast and hash browns. The hash browns were especially memorable--you could really taste the potatoes, thicker and less fried than what you'd find at a Waffle House. The buttered toast was excellent too, simple but done perfectly. And I have to mention our host, who delivered one of the funniest, most unexpected lines of the morning. She walked up and said, "Can I hit anyone up..." then paused just long enough for me to wonder what was coming next, before finishing with, "...with coffee." I was briefly alarmed, then immediately reassured--and I couldn't help but laugh. It was such a genuine, human moment that added to the charm of the place. Everyone at our table enjoyed their breakfast, and the wait--especially for a Saturday morning--was surprisingly reasonable. My father‑in‑law picked up the check, which was a thoughtful way to end a really pleasant meal. After a decade of visiting Tipp City, I'm glad we finally made it to Sam & Ethel's. It's easy to see why it's a local favorite, and it's definitely earned a spot on our regular rotation from now on.

I love this place. Food, service, and prices are outstanding. Whenever I'm in Dayton, I try to stop…read morein for a meal. My favorite is the waffles.

Deserves an Update…read more Hasty Tasty reminds us of numerous western cafes in small western towns as we tour the west. Something inherent about the menu and the food that escapes cafes nearer home. Recommend dress code: jeans and T shirt, and that is fine.... I predict that my dear wife will have the veggie omlet, and she does - great choice. I hold out for the chicken fried steak and eggs - delicious. Prices are outstanding. Beware of bottleneck at front door ... not much of a problem.

Went there and got their weekly special. It was great their homemade chip dip is the best thing…read morearound.

Came in for Sunday brunch. My friend got a Bloody Mary. They serve you the glass with ice and the…read morealcohol. You then choose the toppings. We shared a pancake and each got other food. I got a beer. Their beer list is much reduced from past years. They used to give you a binder with pages of beers that were available. Currently, you scan a QR code and get the list. It is maybe 1/4 of what it used to be. We really went to sit on the patio. The private patio is great! There's a fountain you can watch birds flit in and out. There's usually a nice breeze. The alcohol is good, plentiful, the food is just average.

Family dinner always busy Breakfast served anytime Specials are priced for the common customer and…read moreare always tasty Broasted chicken & pork chops yum Service provided by experienced waitresses fast & intuitive they know what you want before you can even ask Typical dinner atmosphere can be a bit loud sometimes but otherwise a great place for Breakfast Lunch and dinner

We have ate here tons of times over the past 15 + years. It is just in the past year or so George's…read morelacks the consistent good flavor of food they use to have and consistent spot on customer service they always had. Today we ordered the mixed family broasted chicken and no issue when we were told there woukd be a wait because we expect that because it is broasted. We were told when our order would be ready and we arrived a little early. Our order should be ready around 6 pm and we arrived at 5:50 pm. We phoned at 5:50 pm stating we wanted to inform them we we were ready in space 3 but were early. She stated she was bagging it up as we speak. Eleven minutes went by and no order. My husband walked in. Our order was setting there. The lady said I am not sure what happened your order is ready it has been setting there. My husband said we have been setting in spot 3 for 11 minutes waiting since we phoned and was told then she was bagging our order. She had no response and he walked out. We tipped $5 on the $30 to go order, come on now! I asked my husband to count the chicken it was all there then we drove home. The chicken was dry. In the past their broasted chicken has ALWAYS been good. This tasted old not fresh but yet it was hot however, not seasoned. The fries were as if they were at the bottom of the bag. Several small pieces versus the larger fries. I have never been served them when I have ate in their restaurant before. I thought that was odd. The coleslaw appeared to be days old. I was not impressed due to the taste of the food and lack of getting me my order on time. I will be choosing someplace else to spend by hard earned money. Too many disappointments here.

We are visiting Dayton and found this place. It has amazing food and great service. The bread for…read morethe toast and sandwiches was extra yummy. It is definitely a gem of a find.

Three of came here for lunch. I got the Slivered ham and cheese melt on the basil bread with side…read moreof Cole slaw. Our waitress explained the bread comes daily from a local bakery. When it came out, it didn't look that appealing. But it was delicious. The bread made the sandwich. Would have liked it hotter (think mine was ready first and they served all three at the same time). Loved the Cole slaw! One friend got the scrambler and the other got the chili fries.both loved their meal. Paying was quick at the counter.