Dorothy Lane Market

Alright, folks, let me tell you about Dorothy Lane Market in Dayton, Ohio -- this place is a grocery store on a whole new level. It's not just a market, it's an experience. Walking into Dorothy Lane feels like you've been transported to a magical land where the produce is fresher than my attempts at adulting, and the deli section could make Gordon Ramsay shed a tear.First off, let's talk about the bread. Have you ever tried their famous French baguettes? I swear, they must be made by wizards. I can't even pronounce the word "baguette" correctly, but I know when I'm holding one from Dorothy Lane, it's basically love wrapped in carbs. I've started buying two just so I can eat one on the way home. Is that weird? Maybe. Do I care? Absolutely not.Then there's the deli section. If you've never had a sandwich from Dorothy Lane, we need to talk. I ordered one, and by the time I took my first bite, I was making eye contact with the universe, wondering how one sandwich could taste so... divine. Seriously, this is the kind of deli where you expect an applause after every bite.The staff? Don't get me started. They're so friendly, you'll wonder if they moonlight as personal therapists. "How's your day going?" they ask, and suddenly, you're telling them your deepest fears -- like, why do they put cilantro in things? (I'm sorry, cilantro, we'll never get along.) They remember your name, your favorite snacks, and probably your dog's birthday. It's like Cheers, but with way more cheese options.In conclusion, Dorothy Lane Market is the grocery store equivalent of that one friend who always knows what to say, brings the best snacks to the party, and somehow convinces you to buy the $8 artisanal hummus, and you don't regret it for a second. If you're in Dayton and haven't checked it out, what are you even doing with your life?

The BakeryDLM Bakery merits an award as best Greater Miami Valley Grocery Bakery.Perhaps the Best pies.My wife's favorite: Russian Tea Biscuit, and Whoopie Pies are a close second.Grand loaves of Bread - multi seed all grain is our choice.She loves anything with Lemon.Some days I carefully purchase a Smörgåsbord of delightful baked items for her to enjoy.

Oh, how I love DLM. This beautiful little boutique grocery store has everything you could ever need ... and then some! My husband and I make it a point to stop whenever we're in the area visiting family - and almost always pick up one of their freshly baked desserts. The Killer Brownies are a local staple, and the readymade cookies and cakes are sure to be the highlight of any celebration. I also love that Dorothy Lane stocks local produce and vendors. Some of our favorites (CinSoy, Guided by Mushrooms, 80 Acres Farms) are available here, along with many others, and you can tell they're local because of special signs.Sure, some items are a bit more expensive than your traditional grocery store. I will say that you always pay a little more for high quality ingredients - and it's money well spent at DLM. We'll absolutely return the next time we're visiting Dayton!

This location is smaller than the other we visited, but is loaded with treasures. We entered, passing a gauntlet of tantalizing baked goods that were hard to see because of the numerous people in line to acquire items. I was principally interested in the cheese offerings. The counter here was smaller than the other store, I think, but had a different selection. I found several new cheeses, and the monger was delightfully enthusiastic about my choices. Hooray for cheese geeks! The rest of the store was cool, too. There was a mushroom bar! I had to grab some specialty California dates, too, to support my home state. My sister-in-law purchased a number of things to grill supper for us that night, and I especially loved the broccoli salad from the deli, the Great Lakes potato chips, and the bratwursts.

Always good, grew up in Dayton and this was a local version of Whole Foods before they existed. Still better than Whole Foods, imo. They sell local items like Boston Stoker coffee beans, etc.

Nice pumpkins and gords. We stopped for lobster rolls. Called before ask for seafood area have to make sure they have lobster salad.

Great products, fresh products, bit on the expensive side but assured of quality. Good service and easy checkoutPlenty of parking and a vey comfortable shopping experience Highly recommend the place

Dorothy Lane is a cute little neighborhood market with high quality goods and lots to choose from. Adjacent to the deli counter, they offer made to order sandwiches. Most recently, I tried the pesto chicken sandwich. Across the other side of the store, they have a seating/eating area on the upper level. They also have a little bar in this area where they occasionally do wine tastings. The pesto chicken sandwich was pretty good, and definitely filling. Cost $12 for the sandwich and chips (or carrots). Overall, DLM is definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. It will be pricier than your typical neighborhood grocery, but you pay for the quality.

I have purchased this super bigFree Roaming Chicken From Dorthy Lane in Springboro to make a chicken soup.I made it and it looked like mud.I bought it again & again it was looking like mud.It's impossible that those chickens are free roaming!It's a FAULSE advertising by DL, and it's shameful what these chickens are fed.I have never experienced anything like this. Chicken soup is always clear, not dark brown.Now, the other day I purchased a smaller kind of chicken from DL, it's also free rangeSo I will post what the chicken soup will look like.Elizabeth

Awesome food. Service is outstanding. The atmosphere is welcoming. They have so much to offer a customer. It is a great store to shop at.