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Butter Cafe, a beloved eatery in Dayton, OH, has been serving up delicious breakfast and lunch options since 2010. Specializing in a delightful array of comfort food favorites, including pancakes, omelettes, French toast, and biscuits, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. In addition to hearty sandwiches, satisfying scrambles, juicy burgers, and refreshing smoothies, Butter Cafe also offers a selection of expertly crafted coffee drinks and cocktails like Bloody Marys, screwdrivers, and mimosas. Catering to various dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-free options, Butter Cafe is the perfect spot for a fulfilling breakfast, leisurely lunch, or indulgent brunch experience.
Organic American breakfast & lunch fare, including vegan options, served in a relaxed, quirky cafe.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–3 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1106 Brown St, Dayton, OH 45409
Phone: (937) 985-9917
Website: https://www.buttercafedayton.com/
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Reviews
Ryan (Rye105)
Stopped in for breakfast while in town for work. The eggs, potatoes, and bacon were fantastic. I also ordered two pancakes, they tasted good but were slightly dry. But palatable. Would recommend over all.
… moreTed s
Stopped by Butter Cafe for brunch since we’re off this week for the holiday season, and given we’d normally be at work, figured heck let’s stop by on a laid back Monday. The space is authentic, pure mom n pop personality with unique and cozy decor that you could tell the place was formally a house converted into a cafe. No corporate vibes here
The food tasted fresh with generous portions and absolutely delicious. Had a Maryland style crab cake sandwich with an aioli sauce that balanced out the favors. Crab cake had a nice crunch in the outside while the crab meat was moist on the inside. My wife had the Paris omelette that had caramelized onions, mushrooms, goat cheese, and she added jalapenos. Also had some creamy potatoes that was almost like they boiled the potatoes to make them soft followed frying them for some crunch effect. Nice touch
The service was sincerely friendly as well. We’ll be back for sure!
… moreThe food tasted fresh with generous portions and absolutely delicious. Had a Maryland style crab cake sandwich with an aioli sauce that balanced out the favors. Crab cake had a nice crunch in the outside while the crab meat was moist on the inside. My wife had the Paris omelette that had caramelized onions, mushrooms, goat cheese, and she added jalapenos. Also had some creamy potatoes that was almost like they boiled the potatoes to make them soft followed frying them for some crunch effect. Nice touch
The service was sincerely friendly as well. We’ll be back for sure!
Mary Kay Cobb
Just found a new favorite breakfast place! The menu was amazing. So many choices and lots of vegetarian and vegan options which made me so happy. I got the Jalapeno Popper omelet and the vegan bacon. Everything was delicious! And they have Diet Coke which makes this a perfect place. Our server Gabriel was great! He kept my diet coke coming and was an awesome server. Will definitely be back. If you haven’t been here you need to check it out!
… moreTerry Oroszi
FDA Violations, Unsafe Conditions, and Misleading Nutrition — Butter Cafe, Dayton, OH
Butter Cafe markets itself as locally-focused and creatively themed, but our visit revealed serious failures in food quality, service integrity, and public safety. I entered the restaurant intending to review a fun Bridgerton-themed establishment. I am a fan of both the books and the show, so I was genuinely excited to be there.
We were seated inches from a utility cart used as a cleaning station, utensil depot, and chemical shelf. It held open-top mason jars of drinking water, placed there temporarily before being served to a table of guests, and a bottle of Lysol disinfectant, which is a violation of FDA Food Code § 7-201.11. Staff used the cart throughout our meal, resulting in a constant stream of backsides and elbows invading our space. I call it the “asses-in-our-faces” syndrome. It was unsanitary, unprofessional, and deeply uncomfortable.
You can watch the one bottle of Lysol travel the room in the photos.
I ordered the Green Clean Smoothie Bowl ($12.95). It was served with a spoon nearly swallowed by the toppings, which visually emphasized the sheer volume. The presentation alone contradicted the idea of a light, health-conscious meal. The ingredient quality was poor. Canned blueberries, soft pecans, and dry, bagged hard coconut did not reflect the promised freshness. The restaurant compounded this disappointment by the server claiming the large, topping-heavy bowl was only “350 calories.” This figure is nutritionally impossible given the generous portions of calorie-dense peanut butter, pecans, and coconut. Two tablespoons of peanut butter alone contain approximately 190 calories, and there were two tablespoons in a clump at the center of the bowl. A more realistic estimate would be closer to 850 calories. When I pointed this out to the server, he looked at me and said “okay,” then walked away. This apathetic response reflects a systemic lack of accountability.
My husband’s Lord Anthony’s grits bowl ($14.95) came with bland, once frozen turkey sausage. We had to ask for pepper and silverware so he could season it.
The vegan cinnamon roll ($7.95) tasted like a day-old microwaved doughnut. When asked if I wanted to box up my meal, I told the server no, it was horrible. He just walked away.
The Fine Local Hot Tea ($3.95) was a Twinings tea bag. When I asked, the server said “fine local” was just a generic term. I told them to return it.
The environment was chaotic. We observed a reusable cloth left out between tables (Food Code § 3-304.14), a damaged entrance threshold (Food Code § 6-202.11), and a low-hanging chandelier in a walkway (Food Code § 6-202.14). Even the dining room had surface-mounted conduit and mismatched furniture that undermined the supposed theme.
My husband is a board-certified toxicologist. We take safety seriously. This restaurant does not. It is operating under conditions that should be reviewed by local health authorities.
This is the abbreviated version of my review. The full report includes annotated photos, FDA code violations, and a detailed breakdown of systemic failures in food safety and service integrity. I removed the server’s name from the receipt because the fault lies with management, not frontline staff. The issues stem from inadequate training and oversight. I have made every effort to keep this review unbiased by providing photographic evidence to support my claims. Dr. Terry Oroszi
… moreButter Cafe markets itself as locally-focused and creatively themed, but our visit revealed serious failures in food quality, service integrity, and public safety. I entered the restaurant intending to review a fun Bridgerton-themed establishment. I am a fan of both the books and the show, so I was genuinely excited to be there.
We were seated inches from a utility cart used as a cleaning station, utensil depot, and chemical shelf. It held open-top mason jars of drinking water, placed there temporarily before being served to a table of guests, and a bottle of Lysol disinfectant, which is a violation of FDA Food Code § 7-201.11. Staff used the cart throughout our meal, resulting in a constant stream of backsides and elbows invading our space. I call it the “asses-in-our-faces” syndrome. It was unsanitary, unprofessional, and deeply uncomfortable.
You can watch the one bottle of Lysol travel the room in the photos.
I ordered the Green Clean Smoothie Bowl ($12.95). It was served with a spoon nearly swallowed by the toppings, which visually emphasized the sheer volume. The presentation alone contradicted the idea of a light, health-conscious meal. The ingredient quality was poor. Canned blueberries, soft pecans, and dry, bagged hard coconut did not reflect the promised freshness. The restaurant compounded this disappointment by the server claiming the large, topping-heavy bowl was only “350 calories.” This figure is nutritionally impossible given the generous portions of calorie-dense peanut butter, pecans, and coconut. Two tablespoons of peanut butter alone contain approximately 190 calories, and there were two tablespoons in a clump at the center of the bowl. A more realistic estimate would be closer to 850 calories. When I pointed this out to the server, he looked at me and said “okay,” then walked away. This apathetic response reflects a systemic lack of accountability.
My husband’s Lord Anthony’s grits bowl ($14.95) came with bland, once frozen turkey sausage. We had to ask for pepper and silverware so he could season it.
The vegan cinnamon roll ($7.95) tasted like a day-old microwaved doughnut. When asked if I wanted to box up my meal, I told the server no, it was horrible. He just walked away.
The Fine Local Hot Tea ($3.95) was a Twinings tea bag. When I asked, the server said “fine local” was just a generic term. I told them to return it.
The environment was chaotic. We observed a reusable cloth left out between tables (Food Code § 3-304.14), a damaged entrance threshold (Food Code § 6-202.11), and a low-hanging chandelier in a walkway (Food Code § 6-202.14). Even the dining room had surface-mounted conduit and mismatched furniture that undermined the supposed theme.
My husband is a board-certified toxicologist. We take safety seriously. This restaurant does not. It is operating under conditions that should be reviewed by local health authorities.
This is the abbreviated version of my review. The full report includes annotated photos, FDA code violations, and a detailed breakdown of systemic failures in food safety and service integrity. I removed the server’s name from the receipt because the fault lies with management, not frontline staff. The issues stem from inadequate training and oversight. I have made every effort to keep this review unbiased by providing photographic evidence to support my claims. Dr. Terry Oroszi
Kenny Greene
Super cute café. Excellent service. Atmosphere was amazing. Christmas decorations throughout. The café is inside of a house with tables on different levels. The food was delicious . We’ll be back. Highly recommend
… moreClarence Wilson
If a restaruant was person with a big heart. Butter cafe is it. Our server Tenisha made us feel right at home with her knowledge of the menu as this was our first time dining. From the season flavored Lattes to the Spicy Breakfast Scramble with Steak instead of Chrizo, don’t judge me. Lol My wife had the Queen Charlotte’s vegatable scramble but you know birds of feather flock together, she added the chopped bacon with a side of sauage.
… moreBianca LaBarbera
Super cute cafe with tasty food, huge satisfying portions, and a variety of options to satisfy people with a variety of tastes. I loved the tofu scramble, it was a wonderful comfort meal.
I was a little sad that the menu said “any latte can be made vegan” and then they left stuff off of the one I ordered. For a whopping $2 upcharge, I assumed the whipped cream and toppings would be replaced by vegan whipped cream and toppings. I appreciate having vegan options, but $2 extra to wind up getting less than everyone else is a bummer.
The cleaning solution they use to wipe down tables in between customers smells VERY strong and unpleasant. I briefly felt like I was in a gas station bathroom, but thankfully it disappeared quickly.
I also wish the coffee drinks were served a little hotter (both my black coffee and latte were lukewarm upon serving).
I mention these things not to discourage anyone from going, but in hopes that the cafe takes the feedback to heart. With just a few tweaks I would gladly give this place 5 stars. I did enjoy my experience there and I will definitely come back on future trips to Dayton! Thank you for having a menu that makes folks with diet restrictions feel included.
… moreI was a little sad that the menu said “any latte can be made vegan” and then they left stuff off of the one I ordered. For a whopping $2 upcharge, I assumed the whipped cream and toppings would be replaced by vegan whipped cream and toppings. I appreciate having vegan options, but $2 extra to wind up getting less than everyone else is a bummer.
The cleaning solution they use to wipe down tables in between customers smells VERY strong and unpleasant. I briefly felt like I was in a gas station bathroom, but thankfully it disappeared quickly.
I also wish the coffee drinks were served a little hotter (both my black coffee and latte were lukewarm upon serving).
I mention these things not to discourage anyone from going, but in hopes that the cafe takes the feedback to heart. With just a few tweaks I would gladly give this place 5 stars. I did enjoy my experience there and I will definitely come back on future trips to Dayton! Thank you for having a menu that makes folks with diet restrictions feel included.
Jennifer Burgei
Gem of a place! Lots of seating. Stairs are in some areas. Vegan options. Gluten-free options. I got the Denver omelet and it was phenomenal. Hot tea was lovely. Service was fast and very pleasant. Lovely decor. I will come here anytime im in Dayton!
… moreAshleigh Benoit
To find delicious vegan food while traveling is akin to the stars aligning. Unfortunately, that means I won’t get back anytime soon (or ever), so I’ll be dreaming of this tofu scramble. Everything was excellent. I need to point out that the chairs at the tables next to the front window are absolutely the most comfortable restaurant seating my butt has ever enjoyed. Seriously, I’d buy one of those chairs.
… moreAustin Harris
I will be back and bring new guests! We arrived in the 9am hour so it was slow. The front staff/server Amber was great and the chef was great too, because the food was GREAT. The menu is diverse with a lot of tempting options. I ordered the Spicy Breakfast Scramble, one pancake, and my partner ordered the Southwest Omelet. Both entrées were generous with the jalepeños, which I don’t mind. The Breakfast scramble is really cheesy and awesome. There was a bit of extra crisp burned house potato on the bottom that was tasty. I thought it was done like that on purpose to add flavor – I liked it. I wish I would have got a pancake to-go because it was super good. It wasn’t a totally fluffy cake. It had some thickness in the middle which I appreciate. The soda was good. Everything was really great here.
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