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Baby the ambiance and the decor top tier! The wine selection and and customer service A1 our server was so kind and sweet and was fast knowledgeable and helpful! THE FOOD WAS TRASH! maybe I'm not made out for 5 start restaurant eating because baby no! I'm sorry my cousin was eating the fried calamari and I about barfed! The smell took me out! The sandwich didn't look too bad but whatever them yubo fries were NO WAY JOSE! nasty it's a required taste! They don't have your typical condiments so bring ya own! lol no ranch or ketchup or mustard or bbq sauce it's 5 start and they don't offer it they don't even have a kids menu! Thats a first! Now their drinks is where it's at! The bourbon is house made AND WELL WORTH THE MONEY! I had a glass of pinot Grigio and it was $9 wasn't chilled enough for me and they automatically add gratuity which made me mad don't do that I can add my own so whatever it was I just kept it as is and signed and left so my bill was $15 for one half glass of wine! And had to ask for ice in my room temp water! Also they close at 9 we didn't get served until 9 and we been there since 6! Lol orders placed at 730! Did I still enjoy myself yes was the experience for me NO! Was it very different yes in a good and bad way! Will I be back no I live in columbus and there are some good eats back home just came for my cousins birthday! will I recommend to my family and friends back home sure! Go try it out for yourself!
8/23/25 My husband and I went to Manna with his dad and family. We started with drinks at the bar and the bartender was very accommodating and friendly. I had the sangria and it was absolutely delicious. For food we ordered the fried calamari, short rib ravioli, and charred Caesar salad. Everything was so good and beautifully plated. The ambiance inside is beautiful and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. I will most definitely be coming back here again in the future.
Perfect food! Stellar service!! So beautiful and comfortable!! Since it was 90° outside, no one was really using the outdoor patio, but I would love to check it out in the future, weather permitting. We made reservations for 5pm and were seated promptly on the third floor under a beautiful chandelier. I told the waitress I liked sweet drinks and she recommended the Eso cocktail, which was a pineapple blend. Then, I tried the espresso martini, and that was the winner. I also had a scrumptious glass of moscato. My husband stuck with the buffalo trace old fashioned all evening. We both loved the mahi mahi bites appetizer - perfection!!!!! I think I could eat it every day (even without the dip, which was to die for). The French dish, coq au vin blanc, had a delicious sauce with a lingering hint of wine. Yummmmmmm. Chef, I would recommend pouring that delicious sauce right over the rice!!! The only thing I would change would be the dessert. The sponge cake with whipped topping was not bad but I like my dessert downright sinful. I think a diabetic could have eaten this without any issue. I'd love to see them do make a rich peanut butter pie with a scoop of ice cream and chocolate drizzle. This was our first time dining here, and we plan on returning!!
Manna's Spoiler Alert: 5 Star Review Manna's qualifies as one of a select few fine dining restaurants in the Greater Dayton Metropolitan Area, and we like that this experience is in Centerville Uptown. In our view, Manna's is a five-star dining experience IF servers are on their game. It is the responsibility of management to train and supervise the servers; servers may be the weak link in fine dining. Chef and owner Margot Blondet is well established in the Dayton restaurant scene, and although experiencing initial missteps potentially provides a 5 Star dining experience. In a May 19, 2023 a DDN staffer provided an adolescent review of the bar and wine scene, and should have focused much more on dining and service. This DDN reviewer neglected menu and meal content. And forget pronunciation - who cares? At any rate there are much better reviews for adults on restaurant review sites. We like that the parking lot has been expanded; we recommend that the city fund the connection of the east parking lot with the west parking lot. We recommend that the entrance from Main Street access both the east and west parking lot; this would relieve bottlenecks from 725 or Franklin ST. This is a beautiful restaurant; perhaps too small on all levels with little forethought to seating. Firstlevel according to Margot is Hell, and is painted all Black - very strange. Second level is Purgatory and third level is Heaven; we like first, second, and third levels as descriptors. Might recommend a walkthrough of all levels prior to seating reservations. We have identified our favorite table. We have followed the Reviews since opening, and our observation is that many of the initial impediments have been overcome, which is not to indicate that near perfection is achieved. We find the lunch menu offers a paucity of options. Please bring selections from the dinner menu to the lunch menu. Recommend that lunch menu be expanded to capitalize on skill set of chefs. Because an older uptown Centerville property was remodeled, the dining/bar rooms are small. The patio section, while appealing is facing the western Ohio sun and is too hot to suite our requirements. First level dining is a choppy, small space which is crammed with elbow to elbow seating, and unfortunately the second level dining is also a small space which is crammed with elbow to elbow seating. Our lunch experience was fine; however, we are hesitant to reserve during popular dinner hours. In our view crammed, tight seating with a high noise level is a detraction to the ambience of dining. Others have commented on the grand stair case; this stair case seems to add to the general ambience, and is not an impediment to second floor dining as far as we are concerned. We greatly desire to experience more French and Peruvian menu offerings. Burgers, fries, chicken salad, zucchini fritters, empanadas et al. all are fine for an average dining restaurant. Given the pricing, we expected more high end selections. Dinner menu does provide a nicer selection than does lunch menu. Jordan is our talented young server who hails from Puerto Rico; Jordan is Not a fish fan, but is enthusiast about Barramundi. I ask Jordan why, and he explains the chef said Barramundi is good. I ask IF there is a lunch and/or dinner tasting menu - There is not. Take note that the Brunch menu is actually part of the lunch menu. Service is excellent - 5 Stars. Ambience is the element that nearly all diners comment, and ambience is clearly 5 stars. Music is not for all, but Boomers may be pleased. Chef Margot, et al. always rate a 5 star - IF only the menu is expanded. At least include a Great French Onion soup. My dear wife informs me on the drive to Manna's (pronounce however you like) that Whit's Custard is her decision for dessert, and of course, Yes, dear. Our selections: Shrimp Omelette Gruyère and shrimp omelette, with onions and peppers, served with roasted potatoes and balsamic salad And Barramundi Sandwich Pan seared barramundi on toasted rustic ciabatta, almond chimichurri mayo, piquillo compote and arugula. served with a kale salad. Manna's does not meet our requirements for Saturday night dining, but does meet our requirements for midweek dining. The noise and crowded factors are not something that we enjoy. It is difficult for us to recommend Manna's to a couple for special occasion weekend dining. Yes, ambience is a solid five; our menu choices rated a five, and the servers rated a five; we shall return. We highly recommend this fantastic dining experience to the diners from Greater Dayton Metropolitan Area, Columbus, Cincinnati and beyond....
Beautiful restaurant. Loved the atmosphere and decor. Service was a little slow but they were busy so totally understandable. Espresso martinis - definitely one of the best I've had. I had the halibut and my friend had the filet. The filet was cooked perfectly and the potatoes had a nice truffle flavor but not over bearing. The halibut was light and flavorful. But the fondants were a little under cooked and cold. For sure want to try their brunch sometime!
Dude seriously!? Sit at the bar if you want a great experience! I went with my wife and had a great time talking to Jackson, and John about cocktails. At a certain point the Chef/Owner and her husband sat beside us at the bar and it was fantastic to hear their stories and pick their brains! Cocktails and food to highlight and check out! Espresso Martini! They have 2 available, a pumpkin spice, and a traditional, and i LOVED the traditional its super espresso forward, with a nice blend of cinnamon and other spices to back up and enhance the flavor of their espresso. Also the Walk through Provence! Its a super elegant Lavender Martini where they clairfy(?) the the juices in it! Its really pretty and elegant! For food, i LOVE LOVE LOVE the lamb empanadas, they really need a dipping sauce and so it talked to Jackson the sommelier about what sauce would pair nicely with the. ( a hilarious and enlightening conversation.) For dinner we split the Saltado Risotto, a super flavorful, well put together dish i was told it was their spin on the national dish of peru!.
One of our favorite Dayton restaurants. Go for happy hour at the beautiful bar, Sunday brunch or one of the many special events. The wine tastings are excellent with delicious food pairings. Peru meets Paris for a European style cuisine that is quite comfortable to American diners.
Stopped in for a cocktail and a couple appetizers after a busy day. Very early but the bar was open with a few guests. Sign said seat yourself in bar area. We started to sit at a table in the bar area and a very rude woman told us we need to wait to be seated. Bartender was very nice and told us to sit anywhere. He was very friendly and helpful selecting a cocktail from their extensive list. Both his recommendations were spot on. I noticed another bar tender was actually making our cocktails two different drink at the same time with different hands. Very impressive ! The apps were great and the cocktails were perfect. Overall another great experience at uptown which is getting to be our favorite South of town spot
Visit was super disappointing. We first started off with the charred Caesar and the Kale salad. The charred Caesar was charred way too long which made the salad soggy and crispy. The kale salad was more like a slaw salad with a super sour dressing vs. flavorful dressing. Next up was the French onion soup. It was made with way too much salt. It was super salty and not very flavorful. For the entree we got the Victoria wings and it tasted like a perfume wings. The smoked technique was not very good. We also got the cauliflower steak with square fries. This dish was lacking in flavor and size for the price of this vegan dish. Our server was not attentive and was gone for long periods of time. Needless to say we dine here occasionally but the quality of food has drastically gone down. The ambiance was quant and very low to moderate noise levels. The craft drinks were amazing. I do not recommend this place for the price and the what we ordered.
Some say a picture is worth 1000 words- I think 6 are self explanatory: under cooked chicken, over cooked veggies. I decided to try this place before dropping $100 on a special event they were having and I'm so glad I did. The service and ambience were great but the food was mediocre at best. I've lived in France and traveled through Peru so my expectations were high. Unfortunately this restaurant isn't all it claims to be. Refer to photo for evidence. Even the French bread was terribly under cooked. Maybe their oven is broken.
Mother's Day brunch, absolutely fantastic! Cannot wait to come back! Beautiful restaurant and patio, great service!
Dress up for this one cause this place is stunning! Three levels of luxury, this place is so unique and beautiful. We went early on a Saturday and were immediately sat upstairs in a quiet room with a gorgeous bar...this is a space I'd love to rent out for a special occasion! We started with wine and scallops. The scallop appetizer is $28 and worth every penny, best scallop either of us has ever had . My entree was the chicken dish and my guy got the steak risotto. Our server was knowledgeable and attentive, top notch experience! This is where you go for a sexy, elegant experience! read more
Prettiest restaurant in town! And a long happy hour. We love to pop in for adult beverages after running errands or shopping. Lunch is my favorite. I usually get a roasted romaine salad. I like eating on the first level at lunch, but third floor for dinner. That's not always open, except for weekends. Middle level is too cramped for me. Give it try. You won't be sorry. And check out the bar for a martini...or two! read more
7 months ago
This was my first visit to this location. The ambience in the restaurant and bar area are exquisite. The food was incredible. We started with the cauliflower croquettes and some bread service. Both very delicious. I had the risotto with filet. Absolutely outstanding. We finished off with a couple of desserts. Our server mentioned that they were newer to the restaurant so they hadn't tried a few dishes, but was still quite helpful. There were some service items that seemed a little less than polished for the level of decor and food platform. But don't miss this spot. read more
1 year ago
Baby the ambiance and the decor top tier! The wine selection and and customer service A1 our server was so kind and sweet and was fast knowledgeable and helpful! THE FOOD WAS TRASH! maybe I'm not made out for 5 start restaurant eating because baby no! I'm sorry my cousin was eating the fried calamari and I about barfed! The smell took me out! The sandwich didn't look too bad but whatever them yubo fries were NO WAY JOSE! nasty it's a required taste! They don't have your typical condiments so bring ya own! lol no ranch or ketchup or mustard or bbq sauce it's 5 start and they don't offer it they don't even have a kids menu! Thats a first! Now their drinks is where it's at! The bourbon is house made AND WELL WORTH THE MONEY! I had a glass of pinot Grigio and it was $9 wasn't chilled enough for me and they automatically add gratuity which made me mad don't do that I can add my own so whatever it was I just kept it as is and signed and left so my bill was $15 for one half glass of wine! And had to ask for ice in my room temp water! Also they close at 9 we didn't get served until 9 and we been there since 6! Lol orders placed at 730! Did I still enjoy myself yes was the experience for me NO! Was it very different yes in a good and bad way! Will I be back no I live in columbus and there are some good eats back home just came for my cousins birthday! will I recommend to my family and friends back home sure! Go try it out for yourself! read more
1 month ago
8/23/25 My husband and I went to Manna with his dad and family. We started with drinks at the bar and the bartender was very accommodating and friendly. I had the sangria and it was absolutely delicious. For food we ordered the fried calamari, short rib ravioli, and charred Caesar salad. Everything was so good and beautifully plated. The ambiance inside is beautiful and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. I will most definitely be coming back here again in the future. read more
2 months ago
1 year ago
Perfect food! Stellar service!! So beautiful and comfortable!! Since it was 90° outside, no one was really using the outdoor patio, but I would love to check it out in the future, weather permitting. We made reservations for 5pm and were seated promptly on the third floor under a beautiful chandelier. I told the waitress I liked sweet drinks and she recommended the Eso cocktail, which was a pineapple blend. Then, I tried the espresso martini, and that was the winner. I also had a scrumptious glass of moscato. My husband stuck with the buffalo trace old fashioned all evening. We both loved the mahi mahi bites appetizer - perfection!!!!! I think I could eat it every day (even without the dip, which was to die for). The French dish, coq au vin blanc, had a delicious sauce with a lingering hint of wine. Yummmmmmm. Chef, I would recommend pouring that delicious sauce right over the rice!!! The only thing I would change would be the dessert. The sponge cake with whipped topping was not bad but I like my dessert downright sinful. I think a diabetic could have eaten this without any issue. I'd love to see them do make a rich peanut butter pie with a scoop of ice cream and chocolate drizzle. This was our first time dining here, and we plan on returning!! read more
5 months ago
8 months ago
Always a wonderful time at Manna! Having a date day with myself and this really raised the bar! Love the happy hour, and the queso is to die for. Please keep it forever. Jackson and Max were the duo when I got there, and I love their energy! read more
Manna's Spoiler Alert: 5 Star Review Manna's qualifies as one of a select few fine dining restaurants in the Greater Dayton Metropolitan Area, and we like that this experience is in Centerville Uptown. In our view, Manna's is a five-star dining experience IF servers are on their game. It is the responsibility of management to train and supervise the servers; servers may be the weak link in fine dining. Chef and owner Margot Blondet is well established in the Dayton restaurant scene, and although experiencing initial missteps potentially provides a 5 Star dining experience. In a May 19, 2023 a DDN staffer provided an adolescent review of the bar and wine scene, and should have focused much more on dining and service. This DDN reviewer neglected menu and meal content. And forget pronunciation - who cares? At any rate there are much better reviews for adults on restaurant review sites. We like that the parking lot has been expanded; we recommend that the city fund the connection of the east parking lot with the west parking lot. We recommend that the entrance from Main Street access both the east and west parking lot; this would relieve bottlenecks from 725 or Franklin ST. This is a beautiful restaurant; perhaps too small on all levels with little forethought to seating. Firstlevel according to Margot is Hell, and is painted all Black - very strange. Second level is Purgatory and third level is Heaven; we like first, second, and third levels as descriptors. Might recommend a walkthrough of all levels prior to seating reservations. We have identified our favorite table. We have followed the Reviews since opening, and our observation is that many of the initial impediments have been overcome, which is not to indicate that near perfection is achieved. We find the lunch menu offers a paucity of options. Please bring selections from the dinner menu to the lunch menu. Recommend that lunch menu be expanded to capitalize on skill set of chefs. Because an older uptown Centerville property was remodeled, the dining/bar rooms are small. The patio section, while appealing is facing the western Ohio sun and is too hot to suite our requirements. First level dining is a choppy, small space which is crammed with elbow to elbow seating, and unfortunately the second level dining is also a small space which is crammed with elbow to elbow seating. Our lunch experience was fine; however, we are hesitant to reserve during popular dinner hours. In our view crammed, tight seating with a high noise level is a detraction to the ambience of dining. Others have commented on the grand stair case; this stair case seems to add to the general ambience, and is not an impediment to second floor dining as far as we are concerned. We greatly desire to experience more French and Peruvian menu offerings. Burgers, fries, chicken salad, zucchini fritters, empanadas et al. all are fine for an average dining restaurant. Given the pricing, we expected more high end selections. Dinner menu does provide a nicer selection than does lunch menu. Jordan is our talented young server who hails from Puerto Rico; Jordan is Not a fish fan, but is enthusiast about Barramundi. I ask Jordan why, and he explains the chef said Barramundi is good. I ask IF there is a lunch and/or dinner tasting menu - There is not. Take note that the Brunch menu is actually part of the lunch menu. Service is excellent - 5 Stars. Ambience is the element that nearly all diners comment, and ambience is clearly 5 stars. Music is not for all, but Boomers may be pleased. Chef Margot, et al. always rate a 5 star - IF only the menu is expanded. At least include a Great French Onion soup. My dear wife informs me on the drive to Manna's (pronounce however you like) that Whit's Custard is her decision for dessert, and of course, Yes, dear. Our selections: Shrimp Omelette Gruyère and shrimp omelette, with onions and peppers, served with roasted potatoes and balsamic salad And Barramundi Sandwich Pan seared barramundi on toasted rustic ciabatta, almond chimichurri mayo, piquillo compote and arugula. served with a kale salad. Manna's does not meet our requirements for Saturday night dining, but does meet our requirements for midweek dining. The noise and crowded factors are not something that we enjoy. It is difficult for us to recommend Manna's to a couple for special occasion weekend dining. Yes, ambience is a solid five; our menu choices rated a five, and the servers rated a five; we shall return. We highly recommend this fantastic dining experience to the diners from Greater Dayton Metropolitan Area, Columbus, Cincinnati and beyond.... read more
Beautiful restaurant. Loved the atmosphere and decor. Service was a little slow but they were busy so totally understandable. Espresso martinis - definitely one of the best I've had. I had the halibut and my friend had the filet. The filet was cooked perfectly and the potatoes had a nice truffle flavor but not over bearing. The halibut was light and flavorful. But the fondants were a little under cooked and cold. For sure want to try their brunch sometime! read more
11 months ago
Dude seriously!? Sit at the bar if you want a great experience! I went with my wife and had a great time talking to Jackson, and John about cocktails. At a certain point the Chef/Owner and her husband sat beside us at the bar and it was fantastic to hear their stories and pick their brains! Cocktails and food to highlight and check out! Espresso Martini! They have 2 available, a pumpkin spice, and a traditional, and i LOVED the traditional its super espresso forward, with a nice blend of cinnamon and other spices to back up and enhance the flavor of their espresso. Also the Walk through Provence! Its a super elegant Lavender Martini where they clairfy(?) the the juices in it! Its really pretty and elegant! For food, i LOVE LOVE LOVE the lamb empanadas, they really need a dipping sauce and so it talked to Jackson the sommelier about what sauce would pair nicely with the. ( a hilarious and enlightening conversation.) For dinner we split the Saltado Risotto, a super flavorful, well put together dish i was told it was their spin on the national dish of peru!. read more
1 year ago
One of our favorite Dayton restaurants. Go for happy hour at the beautiful bar, Sunday brunch or one of the many special events. The wine tastings are excellent with delicious food pairings. Peru meets Paris for a European style cuisine that is quite comfortable to American diners. read more
Stopped in for a cocktail and a couple appetizers after a busy day. Very early but the bar was open with a few guests. Sign said seat yourself in bar area. We started to sit at a table in the bar area and a very rude woman told us we need to wait to be seated. Bartender was very nice and told us to sit anywhere. He was very friendly and helpful selecting a cocktail from their extensive list. Both his recommendations were spot on. I noticed another bar tender was actually making our cocktails two different drink at the same time with different hands. Very impressive ! The apps were great and the cocktails were perfect. Overall another great experience at uptown which is getting to be our favorite South of town spot read more
Visit was super disappointing. We first started off with the charred Caesar and the Kale salad. The charred Caesar was charred way too long which made the salad soggy and crispy. The kale salad was more like a slaw salad with a super sour dressing vs. flavorful dressing. Next up was the French onion soup. It was made with way too much salt. It was super salty and not very flavorful. For the entree we got the Victoria wings and it tasted like a perfume wings. The smoked technique was not very good. We also got the cauliflower steak with square fries. This dish was lacking in flavor and size for the price of this vegan dish. Our server was not attentive and was gone for long periods of time. Needless to say we dine here occasionally but the quality of food has drastically gone down. The ambiance was quant and very low to moderate noise levels. The craft drinks were amazing. I do not recommend this place for the price and the what we ordered. read more
2 years ago
Some say a picture is worth 1000 words- I think 6 are self explanatory: under cooked chicken, over cooked veggies. I decided to try this place before dropping $100 on a special event they were having and I'm so glad I did. The service and ambience were great but the food was mediocre at best. I've lived in France and traveled through Peru so my expectations were high. Unfortunately this restaurant isn't all it claims to be. Refer to photo for evidence. Even the French bread was terribly under cooked. Maybe their oven is broken. read more
1 year ago
Mother's Day brunch, absolutely fantastic! Cannot wait to come back! Beautiful restaurant and patio, great service! read more
3 years ago
My husband and I came in for a date night and were very excited to try this new spot in Centerville. What Worked: - The decor here is absolutely stunning. The bar downstairs is, in my opinion the most beautiful and would be a fantastic place to meet for a cocktail. - The cocktails were imaginative, fun, and delicious. - Our waiter was very kind and very excited to help us. He was able to answer questions we had about the menu and offer suggestions regarding cocktails or wine pairings. Pain Points: -The reservation system. When making a reservation online, it's really unclear how to reserve the space you want in the restaurant. For instance, we reserved a table in "the bar" which we assumed would see us downstairs by the main bar. However, we were seated on the top floor (which to be fair does also have a bar). But, the upper level is also an option online to reserve? It just seems very confusing and difficult to reserve a table in the spot you're actually looking for online. I would recommend calling if you have a preference on where you sit. - The staff seemed very unorganized. For example, there was a cell phone and charger that belonged to one of the waitstaff laying on the table next to us that one of them left there for a while. Our Meal: We started with Nikkei Causa (wild caught lump crab, golden yukon potatoes served chilled, with cucumber rolled in nori and a smooth aji amarillo sofrito). We thought this was ok, it had a nice fresh flavor, but was a bit bland for the two of us. I ordered the Wild Caught Halibut (8 oz filet of fresh halibut pan seared in butter, skin on, sautéed spinach, garden herb potatoes, with mushroom duxelle and lemon beurre blanc). This was actually my husband's favorite. This was prepared perfectly. My husband opted for the Duck Medallions (maple leaf farms duck breast, port wine and pearl onion confit, roasted carrot flower with a crispy leaf tuile, and parsnip purée). Are waiter informed us that the chef suggested it be served medium rare so that is what we ordered. However, it came out extremely well done and we ended up having to send it back. This resulted in my husband and I sharing my entree while we waited for his to be prepared. Once it arrived corrected, it was actually my favorite thing we had. I would give this 3 out of 5 stars because while there are things that work really really well, there are definitely areas for improvement especially given the quality you would expect for this price point. read more
10 months ago
Sunday brunch. Everything was fantastic. The ambience in the bar area was very cool. The lady who waited on us was awesome. She was also behind the bar. The presentation of food at buffet was so nice. There also was an omelette station. Very upscale. The only thing that I would suggest is maybe adding a vegetable or salad of some sort. Since it was our anniversary, we were treated with a sparkling drink and dessert. As a hint, if you book and pay in advance, there is a discount. This is great for couples. Also great for a girls morning brunch. We did not see the other areas of the restaurant, but this area was very nice. read more
This is hard to review.. because elements were great and then others very disappointing. My friend I hadn't seen in awhile wanted to try this restaurant. It was going to be enjoyable just to get together. We had reservations and tried to find it. It's not easy to find. Coming from the highway, which more than half probably are, you have to pass the entrance before you have a prayer of seeing the restaurant. The traffic on this road is busy, so it is not convenient to putter around. The sign is ridiculously obscure. Free parking in the back and the only entrance is in the back. I passed it several times before finding it. It's lovely inside somewhere between gosh and posh. But I liked the decor and the hostess was beyond gracious. It was a hot day, and she offered me water while I waited, which was so thoughtful and appreciated. While I waited on my friend, she told me a little history of the restaurant in the owner. The same owner owns solar in dayton, which? Is more Peruvian while this location is more French. Love France and French food, so I was intrigued. My friend and I were sitting, and our server Addison got us started with a cocktail and a starter. She seemed friendly enough at the start. I had the charred ceasar salad, which was delicious and just the right size. This is where the night took a turn. I was vasilating between 2 choices for our entree. I was torn between the calamari or the mushroom flambee. our server recommended the flambee, and I went with it, expecting table service to see them flambee it. I'm A sucker for the show, but sadly, that wasn't the case. It's disappointing but not tragic. My friend loved her entree but My meal had no flavor .. except sometimes a bitterness. Underseasoned and underwhelming. my friend tried it and ate about as much as I did ... she agreed and said she was sorry for choosing this place. The server asked only my friend how her meal was .. never me. When my friend was don, she took both our plates without asking. My plate was more than half full ... she didn't ask if anything was wrong or if i wanted it boxed or if i was finished. We joked that I should inquire about my boxed leftovers. My friend is African American and we had just been talking about how she's had some prejudice bad service... I pointed out our server didn't ask if me if everything was ok and just took my plate without asking. I pointed to my skin and we laughed about it making fun of the situation. The server then came and asked if we were interested in seeing a dessert menu.My friend said no I said yes. Yup you guessed it she gave Menu to my friend and not me. At this point I felt she was being dismissive and rude. Thus is not a cheap place .. too pricey for bad experience. It's a shame .. it started lovely but ended insulting. Sometimes, 1 bad egg can ruin it. But still lovely visit with a dear friend. read more
2 years ago
Oh my, where do I begin! Cocktails at the bar before dinner were meh. Couldn't taste the vodka in the vodka tonic, had to order a shot on the side. Our table was ready for 15 minutes before we were seated. Our waiter didn't remove the foil from the wine bottle so it dribbled. He didn't know to let someone taste it and gave everyone a one ounce pour before leaving. My wontons were executed well and tasty. Can't recommend what they are calling French bread with balsamic vinegar. Our waiter was friendly, but seemed completely unaware of how to be a waiter. Our table wasn't cleared between courses, we had to ask the hostess to clear the table. The service was a solid one star. My poulet au vin was chicken with skin that was rubbery/ not crispy and the sauce was unremarkable gravy. My husband had the filet, which was cooked exactly the way he ordered. However, at $64 he could have had an amazing bone in filet at the Pine Club. Our friend had the truffle pasta with not one shred of truffle and it was salty as the sea. Our waiter grabbed our first bottle of wine to take it away while there was still a quarter of the bottle remaining. There aren't many fine dining establishments in Dayton so I desperately wanted this to, well, not suck. Not the case. The value doesn't reflect half the price. It felt as if we were at a restaurant with teenagers in charge, with no adult supervision. This was our second time eating at Manna, the first was worse. There will not be a third time read more
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Went to Manna today for brunch with my beautiful wife and it was amazing. The minute you walk in you are greeted with a mimosa, great service , food goes around the bar. Absolutely amazing, the whole experience- would highly recommend. The ambience, server, ever. If you don't go you're missing out . read more
We were impressed! Frankly, when Manna Uptown opened last spring, there were some mixed reviews, so we decided to wait a bit until they got things ironed out before visiting. I'm glad we did because we have nothing but positive things to say about our dinner out last night. When we made reservations, we were asked if our party had any mobility problems, which we didn't so we were seated upstairs. The restaurant has a formal French feel with chandeliers, black and white wallpaper and yellow accents throughout the restaurant. Their use of decorative fine china was a nice touch over most restaurant's plain place settings. For dinner, I had the Chicken & Gnudi with Sage Brown Butter and my husband had the Pork Medallions with a Mushroom Cream Sauce. Both were plated beautifully and were very delicious. The chicken was tender and the gnudi melted in your mouth. We shared the Chouquettes for dessert and enjoyed that as well. A nice sweet touch to end our meal. The service was top notch but be aware that this is a fine dining experience, so it is at a relaxed pace. read more
3 years ago
The service and ambiance is very good! The cocktails were really good so definitely recommend that but the food was okay. I felt our appetizers and main course was a little on the salty side and the flavors were ok nothing unique. They do have many options to try from though. read more
2 years ago
I don't even have the words.. the experience and vibes were so amazing that my best friend and I lost track of time! The wait staff are both talented and friendly. The food was delicious, fresh and memorable! Looking forward to trying out their Sunday brunch! read more
8 months ago
This place is so beautiful! I can't even articulate how excited I am to have a restaurant/bar of this caliber so close to home. This is big city ambiance in small town Ohio. I was so blown away I didn't even take pictures. I just wanted to enjoy myself and take it all in. The food was excellent! We had the heirloom salad and the lamb chop. Both were incredible. That salad is so loaded with flavor. We both love pesto, pine nuts, and burrata cheese. It was perfect. The lamb was so amazing. You could taste the slight hint of raisins which reminded me of the Cuban dish Ropa Vieja. Great flavors, cooked to perfection. The wine list was good, I'm betting they will expand on it and make it great! The service we experienced at the table and the bar was top notch. What a great experience! I will update a review with more information after I've been here a couple times but right now, I am just so high on the experience I had tonight and am excited for future visits. read more
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Stopped into Manna last night for cocktails about a half hour before they closed - BEAUTIFUL! Bartenders Jackson and John could not have been more courteous, knowledgeable and friendly. The drinks and service were superb - if this is the attention to detail paid toward drinks at the bar, I can only imagine that the chef meals are delicious. The location is stunningly gorgeous without feeling unapproachable - The bar is lovely with restaurant seating surrounding it - Multiple beautiful rooms to enjoy - one has frescoes on the ceiling - lovely wine room - a perfect place for a date, special evening, event or just a lovely night out for a drink. Billowing crisp white curtains surround the charming and beautifully lit patio - It's just a dream! read more
3 years ago
It's unfortunate to see such poor reviews from other patrons. This local establishment is exactly the kind of niche cuisine that Dayton both needs and deserves - and niche in the sense that there are few restaurants, albeit Salar, that can pull of this level of execution, attention-to-detail, and masterful blend of French and Peruvian cuisine. Highly recommend the Duck Medallion, Roasted Bone Marrow, Kiwicha Chicken, and the Manhattan Memories cocktail. Attentive and friendly staff, great drinks, and exceptional food!!! read more
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61 W Franklin St
Centerville, OH 45459
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