Probably the best coffee shop in Dayton. Good coffee and if you're drinking here, they serve their coffees in real ceramic cups. Their sizes range from small to medium to large (10, 12 and 16 ounces, respectively). The interior is cute with a bar and 1 table in the front with 3 small tables (each seat 2) in the back of the coffee shop. Don't walk up the stairs on the right side of the cafe or you'll be upstairs in their office. There's free wifi here: Username: Guest. Password: dogwood12 read more

One of Dayton's many nicknames is the "Gem City" and you can find out why at 257 Wayne Ave. It's an unexpected coffee oasis easily rivaling the big names found in places like the Pacific Northwest, Chicago, and NYC. Press has built an outstanding and well-deserved reputation as Dayton's premier coffee establishment in a town of suburban sprawl nearly devoid of a specialty coffee scene. It has been featured on the local news several times and been written about in one of the specialty coffee community's most influential publications, Barista Magazine. Through Press, the people of Dayton get to experience expertly-prepared coffee from top-notch specialty roasters such as Intelligentsia, Counter Culture, 1000 Faces, Brown Coffee Co, PT's, Caffe Pronto, MadCap, and more. The husband and wife owner/operators, Brett and Janell, are dedicated to the perfection of their craft (the ever-elusive goal of any artisan-based business). Part of doing so requires keeping up with developments in the specialty coffee community. Press rocks some of the latest gadgets: KONE filter for Chemex pour-overs, VST precision-machined portafilter baskets, and EP precision group screens, just to name a few. But more than just having cool toys, these guys are solid on their coffee fundamentals. Here's a quick list of what I like about Press: 1) Consistently delicious drinks 2) Outstanding, highly-skilled baristas with OCD-like coffee equipment cleaning habits 3) Two espresso options 4) Multiple, ever-changing roaster options 5) Simple, concise menu 6) No blenders or anything resembling a "frappuccino" 7) Great atmosphere 8) Appropriately-sized cups for espresso drinks 9) Outstanding water (coffee is, after all, mostly water - ask them about their filtration system) 10) Quick & easy access from US 35 or I-75 The raw materials going into Press are of the best quality (e.g., water, equipment, specialty grade coffee), but that means little if not put together appropriately. This is where the barista comes in. So now we ask, what does it mean to be a great barista? In my opinion, it's a multifaceted role: part artist in describing and preparing coffee; part scientist in controlling and understanding the variables of coffee preparation; part ambassador and educator attempting to maintain the integrity of the bean and teach the consumer about the various aspects of coffee. These are the kind of baristas you get at Press. As a coffee snob and barista competition judge, I've yet to have a bad shot at Press. As a matter of fact, many of the best shots I've ever tasted have been there. I'm not sure what the reviewer "Andrew H" is talking about, but I am more than willing to buy him some coffee at Press one day to sit down and discuss what more he's looking for. Press is perhaps the only shop where I consistently read flavor descriptors that accurately describe my own subjective experience of the coffee. That really impresses me. Press is always the first shop I mention when talking with coffee roasters looking for a place who will represent their coffee well. That can be a much more difficult task than you might think. Another thing I love about Press is that I can do comparative tasting with everything. Two options of french-pressed coffee allow me to experience two contrasting regions or varietals. Two options of espresso allow me to compare two single origin coffees or two different roasters' flagship blends. I can see how milk plays with the flavor profile of a particular espresso by trying it as a shot and then in something like a cappuccino. You might say, "Well, you can do that anywhere [that offers multiple coffee options]". Assuming you find such a place, this still isn't necessarily true. The baristas at Press take time to ensure each coffee is at its best when they present it to me (and they definitely do present their drinks to you, with deliberate movements and appropriate accessories). They will often taste and discard multiple shots before giving one to me. True professionals who are passionate about what they do. Oh yeah, they also have cool rotating artwork, great music, and fantastic baked goods (Brett's mom makes an awesome "friendship muffin"). I'm not sure Dayton deserves or fully appreciates a shop as outstanding as Press. But, since I find myself in the area frequently, I'm glad it's there and will continue to patronize it as much as my wallet (and caffeine-tolerance) allows. read more

Drinks are fine, fail in the service department though. I ordered an iced tea and a hot mocha. One person poured my tea and the other guy started my mocha, or so I thought. Someone who seemed to be a regular came up to the counter and ordered two drinks after me and the guy did the other persons drinks first. So I guess be prepared to get skipped on your order if somebody more important asks for something after you. Bye. read more

I ordered an iced coffee with milk and selected one of their pastries for post-lunch enjoyment. The coffee was excellent, pastry was great, and service by the two individuals behind the counter was top notch and friendly . I chose to sit inside and drink my coffee, and really enjoyed listening to their music selection. Great place to go if you are looking to socialize with friends and enjoy a cup of coffee. read more

A good chai (not quite Mt. Lookout Joe good though) and decent wifi but the collective ego in this place is THROUGH THE ROOF. If this is the only coffee place like this you've ever been to, its normal and attitude is expected. But when you have a control group like Over The Rhine, Cincinnati (overrun with hipsters) this place pales in comparison on many levels, most notably personality. These people are sad because they live in an irrelevant city (-1) so they craft good coffee (+1) but become so skilled it gets to them (-1) then life becomes coffee (-1) and anyone that doesn't look like the optimal coffee drinker doesn't matter (-1) and life remains coffee and coffee coffee coffee coffee coff read more

These people are really into the science of coffee. I love their almond milk lattes and mochas. The caps are always really creamy, and last until the end of the drink. I like that they don't upcharge for almond milk. read more

Cramped space & their coffee is way too hipster for me. "Dirty chai that's more cayenne than chai" turned out to be spicy tasting milk that didn't improve even with sweetener. Nice atmosphere, but not for me. read more

Terrific espresso. Sweet and balanced, complex. Well roasted and prepared. The folks at the bar were very pleasant and engaging. The prices were very affordable, felt like a steal if you're used to larger cities - and I don't find Chicago or LA coffee prices all that bad compared to the typical markups on beer/wine/spirits. I also happen to enjoy a well made espresso more than any of those drinks. Glancing through a few of these reviews, some reviewers seem to have a fixation on 'in' vs 'out' - 'cool' vs 'not cool enough' - the word 'hipster' gets thrown about. If you're still writing about hipsters in 2017 please re-evaluate the relevance of your perspective. These are hardworking people doing some real great work in your neighborhood. If I lived here I'd be there everyday. For the record, I'm a fairly frumpy dude. read more

Coffee is very good and the homemade pastries they sell are equally excellent. As another reviewer mentioned the baristas can seem kind of cold. You feel almost like you are in the, Soup Nazi episode of Seinfeld. You get in line, they look at you, you order something, hand them money, and then they hand you something. I realize that sounds exactly like how a transaction should take place. But, it's just kind of odd. A smile and being friendly goes a long. read more

The coffee/espresso at Press is well-priced and delicious. The space is very modern and clean, but I would agree with another Yelper that for some reason, it doesn't have the warm and welcoming feel of many other coffee shops. I prefer to feel cozy, and while Press has a great, open space feel, it's not quite cozy. The baristas were nice but I actually felt a little awkward when I walked in and they looked at me but didn't say hi or start conversation. That being said, I love local coffee shops and would certainly stop by here again when I'm in the area. read more

Press is the best place for coffee and espresso in Dayton. They carry a variety of choices from their own roasts to great selections from around the country and world. I highly recommend trying any of their available roasts on Chemex. They also offer French press, cold brew and more. They don't have s huge menu, and that's what makes it great, just great coffee and espresso, no frappachinos here. read more

Hubs and I had the cappuccino and the mocha. He is not picky and was not impressed with his cappuccino, I thought it tasted awful, like something rotten. My mocha was very subtle in the mocha dept and I wouldn't suggest it to anyone looking for something sweet. Would've bought a lb to go, but they seemed overpriced. Plenty of small batch roasters where we live (DC) that we enjoy and we were just in Brooklyn and Manhattan and had superb caps, lattes and pour overs. Probably not fair to compare a small hipster coffee shop in the Oregon District to a shop in Brooklyn... will say that it was nice to see a revival of the area. The Goodwill around the corner is one of the best I've ever visited! read more

Okay, made the mistake of coming here and thinking I could get a quick pick-me-up boost in the afternoon. I was wrong. Hardly any selection. Instead of telling me they couldn't make a latte, the girl rings me up and hands me a cup and says the coffee is at the end of the bar. As I stare at her with an inquiry of "I make my own here"? She turns back to her friend and proceeds with their interrupted conversation. So I settle for my coffee and cream (which I had to ask for, because the container was empty). The music playing sounded like Indie music that someone wrote after they lost their cat. Guess this is not a returning customer. read more

Very good coffee here. They also make tea better than I thought it could be. The venue is really small, so you're lucky to get a place to sit. I generally only stop by here to pick up something to go. read more

Everything about Press is superb. It may not be on 5th street, but considering there aren't any spaces available on 5th, it's a pretty convenient spot. The coffee and teas are expertly chosen and prepared and the craftmanship of the woodwork is a marvel of design. It doesn't look cheap and tacky with random paintings of espresso cups and smooth jazz playing in the background. It's the type of spot that coffee aficionados and newbies alike can enjoy the best cup of coffee in the city while looking at local art and listening to good music. Visit Press as often as you can, we couldn't afford to lose them. read more

I'm not a coffee shop connoisseur, partial to Starbucks, but I make every attempt to support local businesses, something is not right about making an americano with one shot in a 12 oz cup and a cafe mocha in a 8 oz cup. All for $7. Ripoff. Bakery items didn't appear fresh (at least the barista was honest about the freshness of the cookies) customer service still left much to be desired. read more

Wow excellent coffee. They offer counter culture beans and intelligentsia beans. Double score. The chai was disappointing...too much milk not enough spice. Located right around the corner from Oregon district in a weird location. But worth the stop. read more

I love that they can make drinks w almond milk! So rare! Love the lighting and big window. Don't live the hard chairs, stools w no backs, and the deal breaker for me is the wifi is so slow it makes it impossible to get work done. I'd like to make this my main spot but I can't w this snail slow wifi read more

Press - Honey latte made w almond milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

Great shop, knowledgeable baristas, cool look to the bar and decor. Had a nice balanced espresso shot that I enjoyed with an apple fritter. Also split a mocha with my wife that was well prepared, perfect temperature for enjoying right away. Lots of different types of folks that came in while I was there: business people in suits, work from home types, post-workout crowd, older, younger, etc. Everyone seemed warmly welcomed and served promptly, no issues I saw with people receiving bad service who"didn't look the part." read more

The best coffee in Dayton. I'm never let down here. Fresh roasted and a cool atmosphere. The Guatamalan is superb. Always a treat.

My wife and I wandered in here by chance in 2013 while spending the weekend in the Oregon District. It's been years since we've been to the area; and while at the time the coffee section was limited, we walked out saying if we were back in the area, we'd have to return. read more

I just visited Press for the first time today after hearing a variety of feedback from friends. I LOVE local coffee joints and will always support them over big chains, especially when they serve superior coffee beans, such as those from Intelligentsia. The barista was knowledgeable, the atmosphere is in keeping with other Oregon District establishments (but more interesting) and the coffee was sublime. The barista recommended a delicious concoction of espresso, soy milk, curry and honey...you must try it! I will definitely be back. Welcome to the neighborhood, Press. Please stay awhile. read more

NEVER had a bad cup of coffee (or breve latte) from here. Ever. Those complaining about the "hipster attitude" have issues. Every worker there is helpful and super friendly. Best coffee in Dayton, HANDS DOWN! Don't bother going anywhere else... read more

Just stood in line for 10 minutes to order while drinks are prepared. Barista takes three people in front of me, then 2 of her friends walk in, she takes their order and walks away from register. I waited a few more minutes and left. read more

Today was my second time at Press. I do feel a bit out of place as the vibe is extremely hipster. But worth it to me to grab some great beans for home brewing. I also had a soy cappucino which I will have to say is the best one I've ever had. Last time I was there I tried a piece of lemon poppy seed bread. It was really good. Their baked goods are all locally made as is the art on the walls. I think I heard even the music playing is local. As far as the parking issue, both times I was able to street park right in front. Although its not far from my house, I only wish it were on my way to work instead of the opposite direction, because if it was, I'd probably never go to Starbucks again. read more

Great selection of hand made coffee options (aeropress, chemex, v60) & they have their cold brew on tap. Nice place to meet friends and catch up! read more

Service great,coffee great, good to see down town Dayton rebirth from crack heads and hookers to hipsters and gay people. Much better vibe nowadays. Until next time. read more

Press - Simple but good - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

I can't say enough good about this place, the people and coffee. I compare all other 'coffee' places to this stellar barista benchmark.

Ghostlight, just around the corner, is great, but Press' coffee is the best in Dayton, hands down. They brew Woodburl Coffee, which is a small batch roaster located in house. The lattes, pour-overs and cold brews are some of the best I've had. The seating, however, can be a problem, as there's not much of it. Press is a great place to swing by and grab a fab cup on the go, but if you're looking to sit down and dive into a paper, I'd give Ghostlight a go. read more

The atmosphere is amazing. The smell when you walk in the door is heavenly. The chai? Knock your socks off spicy. It's cayenne flavored milk. 10/10 do not recommend if you're looking for a warm fall drink. read more

What can I say- I just love Press. The high quality coffee, the wonderful service and the splendid atmosphere are just amazing. Definitely my favorite coffee shop in Dayton. read more

Top notch. Got a pour over. El Salvador. it was fantastic! Always worth the wait for a pour over. Also had a homemade blueberry muffin. It was wonderful. Loved the local affordably priced art work hanging on the walls. Cool vibe. If I lived in Dayton, I'd come here all the time. Hipster. read more

My favorite place for coffee in Ohio. And definitely in my top 5 for favorite coffee spots ever. Quality coffee, amazing staff and impeccable decor/music. The attention to detail is why I keep coming back. Their oat milk lattes are my go-to, but they also have fantastic chai and great tea options. read more

Wonderful. Simply put, it was wonderful. I had never been to Dayton and used to be a coffee roaster and these folks know their shit. It was great! The barista helped me decide between which coffee was best in the V60 and she was definitely right! The atmosphere is a little drab, but that's to be expected in a coffee shop... The shop was clean and well kept and they had free wifi which is for sure a plus. Definitely going to be going back if I'm ever around the Dayton area! read more

I can never get enough of this place. The coffee is incredible and they brew just french press, which I believe is where the name comes from. Last time I was there I had one of their coffee doughnuts as well and that was very tasty. They also brewed me a tea and I was impressed they timed it to let it steep just right. Love this place and always stop in when I'm there on business. read more

Straight to the point: this is the best coffeehouse in Dayton. Come here. Try the cortado

The employees there have been very nice making me drinks using less coffee; I can't drink strong coffee for my health reasons. But suddenly the supervisor, Ben, insisted they could not do it anymore because that was the way they offer their coffee. He also says he would confront other employees not to serve week coffee anymore! I asked for the refund. Surprisingly, it had to be in the form of the gift card! I gave it to an unknown person in the front of the store because I am not coming back. There is no customer service! Unfortunately, they put more weight on their useless pride than serving their customers. read more

Brilliant espresso, terrific coffee.

Press has great coffee and a really pleasant atmosphere. This is also not a noisy coffeeshop by any means which is nice. Lots of people quietly reading and hanging out. As one other reviewer pointed out the service can be a little funny. They aren't rude by any means,but definately not chatty. read more

Handcrafted drinks made with care but coffee product itself isn't particularly distinctive. Nice barista!