Century Bar

Location: 18 S. Jefferson, Dayton OhioWebsite: https://centurybardayton.com/This is a must-see.Within 2 hours from wherever you are in Ohio and nestled in the heart of downtown Dayton is a vintage mecca for bourbon lovers - although there are other alcohol options, the star is their bourbon collection.My favorite time to visit Century Bar is just as they open ... it's a little sleepy and quiet, and no matter how bright the sun is shining outside, once you close the front entrance door behind you - you are in for a treat once your eyesight adjusts to the dim lighting of this absolutely beautiful interior.The bar relocated to a larger space next door shortly before the 2020 pandemic shut most business down for a spell ... the bar was moved and a brilliant woodworking expert extended it slightly to make it a bit longer to hold this fabulous collection of whiskey.Seating is plentiful during my favorite period - choices of high top tables, counters around bourbon barrels, or settled into my favorite spot - right at the bar. Flip through the leather-bound menu of plentiful options and start your experience with one of hundreds of options.Enjoy a rare find.Find a new favorite.Tips:1. Be prepared to be overwhelmed with the selection and quality of the collection. Consider a flight to enjoy 3-4 options at once.2. Get to know your bartender. They employ the best of the best and they all have great insight and knowledge. 3. Take your time. Look around. Appreciate the curated collection of antiques and bourbons.4. There are no food options. Plan wisely.

This is a nostalgic place. It reminds me of an old speakeasy. The cocktails are really good. Bar staff is great. Parking on the street. Give yourself time to peruse through the extensive list of spirits to try. A great place to try bourbon or a rye or scotch before you plunk down bucks on a bottle.

Century is a fun bar downtown! They do check your ID before letting you enter. The layout is one large dining area with plenty of space to stand between the dispersed tables. There was an extensive booklet with tons of creative drinks for all kinds of liquor. You have to order at the bar and wait for your drink but they are quick with it! Definitely a great chill hangout place!

This place is amazing! The decor is beautiful, we were captivated as soon as we walked in. The bourbon list is insane! If you are a bourbon fan you need to stop here. They also have a large cocktail menu that has wonderfully made cocktails like the Bees Knees. Would stop back here in a heartbeat on our next visit to Dayton.

Was visiting in Dayton, wanted to go to a bar with a good bourbon selection. The locals suggested this place. Wow!!!! I've never seen so many different bourbons in one place in my life!!!! Plenty of bartenders working the huge bar as well as servers on the floor. While I was at a table with a group, I went to the bar to get my bourbon just so I could look at the variety. Definitely worth a return trip if back in Dayton

MUST GO -- If you like Bourbon and Whiskey First trip to the century bar. What an amazing selection something for everyone if you like bourbon whether you are an expert or novice.I only ordered 1 drink, another patron recommended the eagle reserve as a great bourbon that did not break the bank. She was right, I went w/ a 2 oz pour and it was worth it.I went with a large party and there was something for everyone and everyone enjoyed their selections. The are was nice and open and a great place to hang out and converse. The service was good and fast. The bartender as expected knew their stuff and helped as needed.Real cool spot.

I love the ambiance and they have quite an extensive menu of bourbon that I haven't seen since I was in Lexington. The cocktails are fantastic and great staff. I love being able to take my friends from out of town here.

Food, service, ambiance--literally what's not to like? It was a grand time. Bartender took great care of us

Best old fashioned I have had !! The history of that amazing wooden bar sets the stage for a historical setting.

Great choice of bourbon The bartender was very knowledgeable. He made great recommendations