We went to Oddbody's to see Davina and the Vagabonds. From their schedule this might be a different…read morekind of music from what they usually have. That being said the staff are genuine, friendly and went out of their way to accommodate our need for someplace to sit. The room is long with the stage at one end and the bar close to the entrance. I noticed that there is an area for 18-20 year old at the front of the business so they can enjoy the music. The quality of the sound was excellent and this is for a group with complicated sound and music. The prices at the bar are about average. I will keep my eye on their schedule for when they may have someone I can appreciate. When there are certain groups the seating is limited to the stools along the wall but I would imagine the age of crowd that would attend doesn't care about standing.

First and foremost this is not the House of Blues or the Bomb Factory. This is pretty much a holes…read morein the wall. If a band you like is playing at Oddbody's you MUST go see them. It 's like they are playing in your garage. Zero frills here and yes the floor is sticky and getting a drink takes time, but you can't beat it to get up and close to your artist.

I attend lots of concerts. Often, my base line is to assume that drinks are overpriced, seats are…read moredesigned for cash revenue, not comfort, and not with the audience in mind, and overly militant staffing who forget that people are there to spend money & have a good time. I am happy to report that Rose Center is none of those things! not a bad seat anywhere, all covered, friendly staff, great parking (and free), many exits and entrance points in venue and also parking lots, multiple concessions with some of the best beer pricing and selection I've seen at a venue of this size. Also: misting stations! I would recommend a concert here- this venue literally seems made for the customer's satisfaction. The staff was absolutely fantastic.

Everything there is great except for the sound. Loud bands turn into a muddy mess…read more Foods good, parking is easy, and a full bar is nice.

Really pretty outdoor venue with nice landscaping and a water feature. Everything was clean…read more There were no lines for the restrooms. The size of the Pavilion is a lovely smaller size so that you could see the performers very well. After reading about parking, I arrived a little bit early and there were lots of free parking which was a very, very short walk away from the entrance so it all felt very safe and pleasant. All of the volunteers were friendly and helpful The concert had booked half a dozen oldie groups. Gosh, that brought back so many memories.

staff and fellow patrons are rude AF will not be giving this place my business again and I live in…read morethe area. they also are poorly managed when it comes to a place to sit/stand. Jodi, David, and John.

Is it hidden? Yes. It's behind the strip mall with the entrance where the delivery trucks venture…read more Is it a gem? You decide. It's a divey live music venue. I liked it.

The University of Dayton Jazz Ensemble are here today! They are fantastic! Thank you Hidden Gem !!read more

We arrived early and took some time to stroll up and down the cobble‑stoned streets of Dayton's…read morehistoric 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.

Randomly stopped in for a late lunch after going to the record store down the street. The staff was…read morenice 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.

Make sure to bring ear plugs because there is a lot of hard surfaces for high frequency to bounce…read moreoff of to hurt your ears. Venue does not sell nor provide ear plugs. This place is easy to miss. Gym right next door. There is not much around the area either and parking in the area is limited or a tow away zone. You need to pay attention to the tow away zones and also there are steep ramps in/out of parking areas that can cause the car to bottom out hard if going fast. It's not a bad area but it is also not great. Eateries are local and have limited or no parking space. Plan ahead if coming to this place because the area is lacking in many areas. I've been told by one business nearby that musicians seem to like the place. Dayton Air and Space Museum is close but closes at 5pm so it the venue doesn't have a show till later so plan ahead. The parking out back is off a street and easy to miss also. The street is Mundale Avenue and the parking lot has fence gates and no sign. Staff appeared friendly and answered my questions. Parking out back is theirs. The venue did not list opening acts (during the show they did add online the opening acts but it should have been done sooner) and was very late opening doors due to the opening acts being late to sound check. Two opening acts before main, I wish they listed that because the night ended up longer. Place is open to kids despite being alcohol establishment, they card and tag adults so kids do not receive drinks and adults can. Kids receive a different mark to show they are underage. No sitting area. Depends on acts I guess. Probably six chairs total. Bathrooms behind makeshift bar, clean at beginning. Website listed 7pm start, they didn't let us in till 7:16pm and it's 7:36pm now and still waiting on opening act to start. Staff was friendly throughout when I asked them questions. Show started after 8pm without any announcement. First band I don't know name till I checked online again when I found they edited it after earlier when the opening acts was not posted. Grigio is the first bands name. Local kids playing various styles from mainly screamo to sort of basic rock but mostly a punk-screamo style. The kids wasn't sloppy, very proficient in their abilities to play their instruments. I think the venue hard surfaces and mixing on the board didn't help though. Need more acoustic panels to tame unwanted frequencies and bring the band down a little, Drums a tad more and then raise vocals because the vocals sounded just below the band , drums too loud and the band levels wasn't balanced well. Decibels was around 105-110 but the hard surfaces and mixing favored the very high and low frequencies too much and was muddy. I couldn't hear the keys/piano either unless the other guys stop playing. Bass, drums and one guitar player was loud and the second guitar player that played melody and harmony was lost in the background. The kids have a lot of potential just need to fix those issues. Second band Toxic Nobility from Ohio. A hard rock style. Not bad. Proficient in their ability as well. The second song sounded good. I couldn't hear what the name was for that song. The band has a lot of potential. Venue appears to let the bands setup and dictate time it plays which I think is a crutch. Disorganized but not awful either. Same issues with sound for this band except it seems they turned up the vocals more for the singer. Finally Virgil Donati. Suffered same sound issues but his own personal sound guy helped fix some of the issues but I had to pull my earplugs out to hear the backing track because the reflection of sound off the hard walls and floor was drowning out the piano and melody parts. My ears are going to suffer for a few days for this. Always a joy to see his band but I'm off topic, back to venue. Not a bad place but needs work. Alcohol selection is lacking and no snacks but it desperately needs to offer/sell ear plugs and fix the reflection issue with acoustic panels on all walls. Be more streamlined, too laid back and no direction. A lot of room for growth. Prices vary depending on what's it showing. I spent $23.00 on ticket, and $1 on can of soda. Alcohol was over $5 or more but limited selection.

Went on a Sunday afternoon for music. It was pretty busy and they did a nice job behind the bar…read more The burger was good. Would go back.

We went to the Phone Booth to see "Liars for Hire". This band is a fun night out. They interact…read morewith the audience, and play great classic rock music. We met Danny the lead singer, and we had so much fun dancing the night away with the full dance floor. The "Phone Booth " is agreat night out with great music, and cheap drinks. The food is great, and we go back every Friday night.

I'm giving 4 stars because I like the Irish pub vibe and the food is always good but they really do…read moreneed to work on their service. Our table of four ordered the onion straws, 2 Rucks, a blackened chicken salad, and a bowl of soup. The onion straws came out first and I asked the guy who delivered them if we could please have appetizer plates. He said ok, but never did bring them. The salad arrived without the dressing and there was no spoon for the soup. We asked for a spoon from the same guy but he never did come back. We had to flag down our server who brought it over a few minutes later without an apology for the wait. I could see the servers were spread thin and waiting on a lot of tables each but if the person delivering the food would have pitched in a bit, things would have run much smoother.

Been a while since we have been in for a meal. Overall a fun place that looks and feels like a real…read moreIrish Pub. Service was a bit slow they were understaffed but our server was working hard. The food was pretty good but it seems like used to be better. Overall a fun time and I love the location

Great service and personable staff! Tasty drinks! Tasteful music! Staff is knowledgeable about…read morebands that have preformed here and food truck availability.

Yellow Cab Tavern is a laid-back spot for pizza and beer. Order at the counter, choose from a few…read morepizza options by the slice or pie, and pair with a decent beer selection. Friendly staff and relaxed vibe make for an enjoyable night out.

While heading to Buc-ee's today, I kept hearing people talk about Rip Rap Roadhouse having some of…read morethe best burgers around, so I decided to give it a try -- and I'm glad I did. First impression? It definitely gives off biker bar vibes from the outside, but once you step inside, it's way more welcoming and laid back than you'd expect. Good atmosphere, friendly people, and the kind of place that feels like a hidden local favorite. I ordered the Biker Burger, and it absolutely delivered. The burger was juicy, flavorful, cooked perfectly, and packed with great taste in every bite. You can tell they care more about making good food than trying to be fancy. If you're making the trip to Buc-ee's and want something local instead of chain fast food, Rip Rap Roadhouse is definitely worth the stop. Great burger, cool atmosphere, and one of those places you're happy you discovered by accident.

Really cool place -- a classic on northside of Dayton & easy to access off of I-70 or I-75…read more Officially between Huber Heights & Vandalia but really just outside North Dayton off of Little York Road & Waggoner Ford. Classic tavern setting but great outside deck & patio. Room for live music and both bar & restaurant seating. Service is casual and friendly but efficient and smooth. Food is casual but barbecue and smoked wings are where it is at! Homemade kettle chips are good & the onion rings are real & crunchy! Beer is cold & plentiful, and the bar is stocked. When I am going from west to east or north to south, this and the Buckhorn Tavern are my two must haves! Highly recommend!