Lily's - Dayton

Go all in and make a reservation!! My husband and I really enjoy our brunches at Lily's. The drinks are on point, the service is fantastic and the food is delicious. The vegan options are plentiful, which I appreciate because my husband likes their carnivore options so we both leave happy! I have ordered the vegan breakfast burrito, the vegan hangover bowl, and the poke bowl. All good options that I would order again based on my mood. He usually gets the chicken and waffle sandwich. The sugar pearls are something you have to experience! So fun! He also likes the chorizo burrito and devil eggs of the day! I enjoy the patio when the weather is warmer because it can get pretty loud inside but not unbearable. The staff are the friendliest and kindest!!! We cannot recommend Lily's enough!

I made a reservation for five people during their annual January oyster festival. It was our first time at Lily's, but after our experience, we will be back next time in Dayton. We arrived a few minutes early and were seated. The restaurant is a lot bigger than it appears from the outside. Lily's has a full bar and a creative cocktail menu. The hostess was excellent and checked in on us, and our server was personable and friendly. I started the night off with the Figgy-Espresso martini. It didn't disappoint and the fig syrup added something extra. The table ordered deviled eggs, Which was delicious and Aloo Tiki Potato 'Croquettes' which had an amazing Indian twist. We then ordered raw oysters with all the fixings - the Oysters were fresh and ready to slam back, and we did. We also ordered Lilys version of New Orleans Rockefeller oysters, altho these were a miss, it didn't dampen the experience. For dinner I ordered the Bahn Mi Wagyu Smash Burger - so freaking good. I did have to ask for more mayo, but that was a personal choice.

We decided to try Lily's for brunch based on the menu, which had a lot of interesting options. I had the SLT&E and my husband opted for the omelet of the day. Unfortunately, we were both left feeling underwhelmed. The portions were smaller than expected for the price, and neither dish stood out as impressive.The service was lacking--our server was either over-taxed or inattentive. I had to get up and walk to the bar to grab a coffee refill for my husband.Also, a heads-up for anyone using a credit card: there's an additional 3% surcharge to help offset processing costs. It's not the biggest deal, but it's something to keep in mind.The atmosphere and menu have potential, but we won't be coming back. There are better brunch spots in the area that offer both great food and more attentive service.

I made reservations for Lily's as soon as I saw a photo of their figgy pudding on instagram. I've never had figgy pudding before but I am now a huge fan! Basically it's gingerbread with caramel sauce. Absolutely divine!Before dessert my husband and I shared three of their appetizers. The bao buns and pork gyoza which are both favorites of ours and then we tried their rumaki which was delicious as well. Our server, Megan, was fantastic. She was friendly and attentive without hovering. I like cocktails on the sweeter side and when I asked if a specific drink was sweet, she ended up bringing a little extra simple syrup on the side in case I wanted to add it. We have been to Lily's many times throughout the years and have always had fantastic meals and very friendly and efficient service. One of our favorite restaurants in Dayton!

We tried Lily's on a Sunday before heading downtown for a show, mainly because it was one of the few restaurants open on Sunday for dinner with pretty good reviews. The inside is small and eclectic -- main entrance opens to a small bar area with a few high tables. The main dining area is adjacent to this in a separate room.The menu is quite diverse in a good way. Think Asian and American fusion with options like fried chicken, mac and cheese, shrimp and grits, poke bowls, stir fry, banh mi burger, bao bun sliders, and kung pao nachos.I was pretty torn with what to order, but opted to go with the 'double sticky country ribs and jumeokbap' at the recommendation of our server who said it was one of the best sellers. After one bite, I greatly regretted my decision. The ribs were so dry I could barely cut through them with a knife. It was as if they were cooked first thing in the morning, then sat under a warmer that evaporated all of the moisture. The chilled jumeokbap (Korean rice ball) had a weird flavor, but maybe I'm just not a fan of chilled rice. As someone who's not a huge veggie person, it's sad when the best thing on the plate was the sautéed bok choy. In hindsight, I shouldn't have ordered ribs at a non-BBQ restaurant. Oh well, lesson learned.Our server was nice, but the service was pretty slow and it took almost as much time to get our check as it did for the food to come out. Overall, it could've been better.

Stopped in for brunch. Reservations are recommended too btw. We had some beignets which ended up being dessert. I had the hangover with Cajun sausage gravy (there are 2 other options) and my companion had an Eggs Benedict with Salmon. Our food was served promptly, hot and delicious. Our server was attentive without being over present. All in all, it was very relaxed and enjoyable. The decor is inviting and calming.

Perhaps my most favorite restaurant in this area. I love the unique cuisine and people that provide outstanding food and service. Everything is fun and delicious when I dine here. The only critique I have is that I would like the servers to proactively share about the quantity of the food items I order. My meal portion was small and I would have ordered something else had I known. Loved that we had the choice of dining inside or on the beautiful patio. We chose the patio and it was perfect for us. Look forward to our next visit.

Looking for brunch in the Dayton area? This place is a fantastic choice. Convenient parking across the street with a fun, funky and vibrant energy that will definitely keep you coming back for more. I started with the light and fluffy beignets, covered in powderes sugar and a side of strawberry jam. It's a must try! I tried the shrimp and grits and the vegetarian hangover bowl. Both were so savory and tasty. The shrimp and grits were very flavorful with slight kick from the andouille sausage. The hangover bowl was hearty and sage forward which I loved. Tons of options for vegetarians which is really awesome. I'm looking forward to coming back. It fills up fast, so call ahead if you want to avoid the wait! The service was friendly and made great suggestions on the food.

We popped into Lily's Bistro for a late lunch on a sunny Saturday afternoon. Situated in the Oregon District, the location offered convenient parking and a vibrant atmosphere. Arriving later in the day allowed us to be seated and served quickly with refreshments and beignets. My wife enjoyed a Bourbon Sunset, which truly tasted like a resort cocktail, while I enjoyed a classic Old Fashioned made with New Riff Rye. The beignets, dusted with sugar and served with raspberry jam, provided a good startFor our main dishes, we chose the Lox Bagel and a Poke Bowl with salmon-- a tasty alternative to the unavailable Ahi Tuna. The salmon was seared, remaining tender inside, and paired with avocados, jalapeños, pickled onions, and savory sauce. The Lox Bagel was a hit too, with smoked salmon, boiled egg, pickled red onions, and a smooth whipped herb cream cheese topping. The bistro also impressed us with their smashed potatoes, which were crunchy outside and smooth on the insideI highly recommend Lily's Bistro in the OD for anyone looking for a city brunch spot. The eclectic ambiance and excellent service, especially if Chuck is your server, are sure to enhance your experience!

Despite plentiful and motivated staff, service was very slow, almost certainly held up by kitchen workflow, with the chef often choosing to serve customers himself and perseverate on menu details. Menu was disorganized far beyond even the expected eclectic vibe, with dishes from all culture in no particular theme, but in the end over-stating the dish. The "Karaage sandwich" just being a standard fried chicken sandwich; neither prepared as karaage nor spiced as such. The etouffee was extremely overseasoned. Could also benefit from another bathroom since, for the size of the establishment, a single unisex room is insufficient. For what it's worth, the service staff and doing their best and the bar service and mixed drinks were really good. Just seems like a lot of systems level/broad workflow issues with the place as a whole.