Three of Ohio’s best restaurants and festivals are just a short drive from Dayton

Dayton region well represented in Ohio magazine’s Best of Ohio readers choice awards.
This photo shows the dining room of the Coldwater Cafe in Tipp City in 2010. Staff file photo by Jim Witmer

This photo shows the dining room of the Coldwater Cafe in Tipp City in 2010. Staff file photo by Jim Witmer

The people of Ohio have spoken.

Ohio magazine has announced its winners in the annual Best of Ohio readers' choice awards — and the Dayton/Miami Valley region is well represented.

>> BEST OF DAYTON: Nominate your favorite restaurants and destinations now

Here’s a look at the area’s Best of Ohio winners:

FOOD/DRINK

Contributed photo by E.L. Hubbard
COLDWATER CAFE
QUICHE
19 E. Main St., Tipp City

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Fine Dining 

Coldwater Cafe

19 E. Main St., Tipp City 45371 

>> Nominate the best fine dining destination in Dayton

>> The most romantic restaurants near Dayton

Greenville's Maid-Rite Sandwich Shoppe is known for its steamed loose-meat sandwiches. The shop opened in 1934. LISA POWELL / STAFF

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Landmark Restaurant 

The Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop

125 N. Broadway St., Greenville 45331 

>> The story behind the famous little sandwich people will drive hundreds of miles to get

>> Nominate your favorite sandwich in Dayton

Casual Dining 

The Merchant House

406 S. Broadway St., Greenville 45331 

The wine-cask sign in front of the Winery at Versailles. Staff photo by Mark Fisher

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Winery 

The Winery at Versailles

6572 St. Rte. 47, Versailles 45380 

>> Nominate your favorite winery for Best of Dayton

Milton s Donuts are on the Butler County Donut Trail. BUTLER COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU/CONTRIBUTED

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Tourism Trail/Passport Program 

Butler County Donut Trail

Butler County

>> What to know about the Butler County Donut Trail

When you're getting ready for family get-togethers and parties, stop in at 2nd Street Market for local produce, baked goods, spices, and other culinary delights. There are also many artisans and vendors to find gifts for everyone on your list. CONTRIBUTED

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Farmers Market 

2nd Street Market

600 E. Second St., Dayton 45402 

>> Nominate your favorite farmers market for Best of Dayton

An ever popular regional brand, Mikesell’s potato chips can be found at most local groceries. LISA POWELL / STAFF

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Ohio-Made Food 

Mikesells’ Potato Chips

Dayton 

>> The secrets behind Mikesell’s

Outdoor Dining/Patio 

Lincoln & Main

624 N Main St., Urbana 43078 

>> Nominate your favorite outdoor dining spot for Best of Dayton

>> 50 of the best patios in Dayton for outdoor drinks and dining

FESTIVALS/FAIRS

Minster is a small village located approximately one hour north of Dayton. Every year, their Oktoberfest weekend attracts a crowd roughly 30 times the size of the village population (yes, we said 30).

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Food + Drink Festival 

Minster Oktoberfest

E. Fourth St., Minster 45865 

>> PHOTOS: A look back at Minster Oktoberfest 2019

>> Nominate your favorite Oktoberfest celebration for Best of Dayton

The 2019 Troy Strawberry Festival took place June 1-2, 2019, in downtown Troy around the Public Square and along the Great Miami River levee. Festival-goers enjoyed strawberry treats, festival eats and shopped and hundreds of booths. Did we spot you there? DAVID MOODIE/CONTRIBUTED

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Summer Festival 

Troy Strawberry Festival

Downtown Troy 

>> PHOTOS: Troy Strawberry Festival 2019

>> Nominate your favorite festival for Best of Dayton

A couple kiss on the midway at The Great Darke County Fair in 2009. After the barn animal are tucked into their stalls the fair midway comes to life. Checkout the video at Daytondailynews.com. Jim Noelker/Dayton Daily News

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County Fair 

The Great Darke County Fair,

800 Sweitzer St., Greenville 45331 

>> PHOTOS: A look back at The Great Darke County Fair

>> Nominate your favorite county fair for Best of Dayton

The Hometown Holiday Horse Parade in Greenville takes place on Saturday, Nov. 23.

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Community Parade 

Hometown Holiday Horse Parade

Downtown Greenville 

PLACES

Bear's Mill, 6450 Arcanum-Bear's Mill Road, Greenville, OH

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Historic Site 

Bear’s Mill

6450 Arcanum-Bears Mill Rd., Greenville 45331 

Mac-O-Chee is one of the Piatt Castles in West Liberty.

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Historic Property 

Piatt Castles

10051 Twp. Rd. 47, West Liberty 43357 

>> PHOTOS: Peek inside the enchanting Piatt Castles

John Legend performs at the Rose Music Center last June. This year’s lineup includes the Monkees, Kenny G, Patti LaBelle and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. TY GREENLEES/STAFF

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Music Venue 

Rose Music Center

6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights 45424 

>> Nominate your favorite concert venue in Dayton

For the first time Miami University is offering a scholarship to one qualified student from each of Ohio s 88 counties. The new statewide Governor s Scholarship financial awards, which will start for the 2020-2021 school year, will cover recipients annual full tuition and fees. (File Photo/Journal-News)

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College Town 

Oxford (Miami University)

Butler County

OUTDOORS/RECREATIONS

courtesy MiamiValleyTrails.org

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Bike Trail 

Great Miami River Trail

Butler, Miami, Montgomery & Warren counties 

>> The 5 best Miami Valley bike trails

>> What’s your favorite place for a bike ride? Nominate now 

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Canoeing/Kayaking 

Mad River Adventures

5605 Old Lower Valley Pike, Springfield 45506 

>> The best places to paddle in the Miami Valley

State Park Campgrounds 

Indian Lake State Park

13156 St. Rte. 235 N., Lakeview 43331

Skiers at Mad River Mountain on Thursday after a week and a half of spring-like weather. Katherine Collins/Staff

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Winter Destination (Outdoors) 

Mad River Mountain

1000 Snow Valley Rd., Zanesfield 43360

SHOPPING/SERVICES

Destination Spa 

The Natural Path

324 E. Third St., Greenville 45331 

Independent Shop 

PeachTree Boutique,

129 W. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine 43311 

>> Nominate your favorite boutique for Best of Dayton 

Saturday Market in downtown Greenville.

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Main Street Shopping 

Downtown Greenville 

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