A quick look at the data reveals some things: Dayton folks are very passionate about bakeries, breakfast, BBQ and donuts (I’m sensing a theme here). But you’ll also find great recommendations for things you might not have considered, such as best attraction, best landmark, and best social media accounts to follow.
Find all the winners here:
Best of Dayton 2024 winners
The original Best of Dayton contest is about giving you, our readers and community members a chance to share your favorites. It also gives our staff a chance to learn about new places in our community.
This section is your guide to the very best of Dayton, selected by your friends and neighbors — the best food, restaurants, people and places that make Dayton the city we love. I hope you’ll explore the following pages and be inspired to try something new with your family and friends. You can also find more coverage in our home for all things Best of Dayton: Our Best of Dayton section.
Who knows — maybe you’ll even discover a new favorite along the way.
— Ashley Bethard, editor and chief content officer