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Things to Do in Ohio in the Month of May

 

Deed’s Carillon, A Dayton, Ohio Landmark

Approaching Carillon Historical Park on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, I could hear the Westminster chimes tolling from the Deeds Carillon.  The spectacular sounds of “Over the Rainbow” could be heard from miles.

A carillon is a tower (belfry) that houses a set of bells that requires a keyboard or automated system to play music.  To be considered a carillon, the instrument must include a minimum of twenty-three bells with a musical range of at least two octaves.

Philanthropists Colonel Edward Deeds and his wife Edith gifted Dayton with this spectacular tower, as well as the nearby Carillon Historical Park. Edith Deeds, an accomplished musician, performed the first carillon concert on Easter Sunday in 1942.

After having been automated in 2010, the carillon plays daily from over 10,000 musical pieces.  On special occasions, such as annual Easter services, a world renowned carilloneur plays concerts throughout the year.

Standing at the base of the carillon, it is not hard to believe it is the largest of its kind in Ohio, standing 151 feet tall and housing fifty-seven bells.   At the base of the tower are stanzas from a well-known poem written by Henry Longfellow:

“It was as if an earthquake rent the hearthstones of a continent and made forelorn the households born of peace on earth good will toward men.  And in despair I bowed my head there is no peace on earth I said for hate is strong and mocks the song of peace on earth good will to men.  Then peeled the bells more loud and deep God is not dead nor does he sleep  the wrong shall fail the right prevail with peace on earth good will to men.”

During the holidays, one of Dayton’s best known landmarks is transformed into the Carillon Tree of Light.  Decorated with over 20,000 bulbs, the lighting ceremony introduces the park’s season of festivities to include fabulous food and family fun.

Have you had the opportunity to visit Carillon Park and hear the bells?  I would love to hear about your visit if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below.  Many thanks for reading about the beautiful Carillon Park in Dayton, Ohio and wishing you many Happy Travels!

What to See and What to Do:

The Deeds Carillon at Carillon Historical Park
1000 Carillon Boulevard
Dayton, OH  45409
Telephone: 937 293 2841

Where to Stay:

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dayton SW University Area
2140 S Edwin Moses Boulevard
Dayton, OH 45417
Telephone: 937 250 6400

Where to Eat:

Culps Café at Carillon Historical Park
1000 Carillon Boulevard
Dayton, OH  45409
Telephone: 937 293 2841

I ordered the chicken salad sandwich with Mike Sells Potato Chips.  Save room for an ice cream sundae!

What to Eat: 

  • The Bourbon Burger at Brixx Ice Company
  • Calamari Appetizer at Franco’s
  • Cheese and Onion Sandwich from Central Perc
  • Chicken Monterey at Flavors
  • Del Mar Trio (grilled lobster, tilapia, and shrimp) at El Rancho Grande
  • Fish with Chili Sauce at Thai9
  • The Grilled Peaches with Goat Cheese at Lily’s Bistro
  • Huevos Rancheros at Sunrise Cafe (Yellow Springs)
  • The Land and Sea BLT at Harvest Mobile Food Truck
  • The Lox and Cheese Crepe at Crepe Bohemey
  • The Paris Omelet at Butter Cafe
  • Pizza at Soft Rock Cafe
  • Pretzels from K&R Pretzel Bakery
  • Raw Oysters at Sweeney’s Seafood House
  • The Ruck from Dublin Pub
  • Spinozian Deluxe Pizza at Spinoza’s
  • The Split Filet served with Drawn Butter at The Paragon
  • Spring Rolls with Vermicelli Noodles at Miss Saigon
  • Whole Deep Fried Tilapia at Taco Loco

What to Read: 

  • Dayton through Time, by Curt Dalton
  • The Dayton Flight Factory: The Wright Brother and the Birth of Aviation by Timothy Gaffney
  • Sharp and Dangerous Virtues by Martha Moody

Photo Guide for Dayton

  • Cox Arboretum
  • Eastwood MetroPark
  • Carriage Hill MeroPark
  • Riverscape/Deed’s Point
  • Carillon Historical Park
  • West Milton Cascades
  • The Oregon District and Downtown
  • The United States Air Force Museum
  • Wegerzyn Gardens

Little Fish Brewing Co., Athens, Ohio

While visiting family in Athens, one of my favorite breweries to visit is Little Fish Brewing Co.  Opening the summer of 2015, the owners Jimmy Stockwell and Sean White focused on their mission to create beers from Ohio-grown ingredients.  The following year, their  “Barrel-Aged Woodthrush” won the 2016 World Beer Cup Gold Medal in the Belgian- and French-style Ale category.

In addition to their craft beers, I love the atmosphere of Little Fish as soon as I walk through the door.  The wrap-around bar is large enough to seat about twenty-five with a gigantic chalkboard that lists all of their available beers.

Inside, there are board games for families and friends to play as well as decks of cards for Euchre tournaments or a friendly game of Rummy.

Outside are several picnic tables  a large outdoor space for cornhole tournaments or a children’s game of tag.

My favorite craft brews are the Woodthrush and Our Lightest Beer, but there may be a new selection each time I visit.  I’m always happy to try the new brews to add to my list of favorites.

When Little Fish first opened, they brought in food trucks so their customers could order food.  Today, the breweries in Dayton and Athens have kitchens, run by Becky Clark.  In addition to the brewery’s awards over the years, Clark was nominated as a James Beard Award Winning Chef (Best Chef) in the Great Lakes Region for her work with Little Fish.  Just another reason why this brewery is so amazing.

Have you been to Little Fish Brewing Co. in Athens, Ohio?  Which craft beer did you like best?  Many thanks for reading about my visit to this award winning brewery and wishing you many Happy Travels.

What to See and What to Do:

Little Fish Brewing Co.
8675 Armitage Road
Athens, OH  45701
Telephone:  740 447 5011

Where to Eat:

Little Fish Brewing Co.
8675 Armitage Road
Athens, OH  45701
Telephone:  740 447 5011

Where to Drink:

Little Fish Brewing Co.
8675 Armitage Road
Athens, OH  45701
Telephone:  740 447 5011

2019 Travel and Blog Schedule for The Suite Life of Travel

2019 will be my busiest travel year to date….and I can’t wait!  So many opportunities that I could not pass up, so they are booked and I am counting down the days!

Belize:    Port of Belize, Xunantunich, Scuba Diving

China:    Beijing, Tiananeman Square, Imperial Palace and the Forbidden City, tri-shaw rides, hutongs, Zhangjiajie (the land of Avatar), Tianzishan Ten Miles Natural Gallery highway, Bailong Elevator, Tianmen Mountains, Gui Gu Plank Road, Highway to Heaven, Tianmen Fairy Fox Show,  Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and the glass-bottom bridge, Baofeng Lake,  Chengdu,  Jinli Ancient Street, Qing Cheng Mountains, Dujiangyan Panda Valley, Panda Conservation,

Egypt:   Cairo, Giza Plateau and the Pyramids, the Sphinx and Valley Temple, Khufu Ship, Camel Rides, Cairo Museum, Khan El Khalili (Souk), Felucca Ride and Belly Dancing; Nile Cruise starting in Luxor, Luxor, Karnak Temple, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Ramesses III, Dier El Madina,  the Locks of Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples, Aswan and the High Dam, Philae (the most beautiful temple in Egypt, Coptic Cairo, Sakkara and diving in Alexandria.

Honduras:   Port of Honduras, Altun Ha, Scuba Diving,

Israel:   Qumran,  Caesarea Maritima, The Dead Sea,  Masada, Mount Arbel, Capernaeum, Mount of Beatitudes, Church of the Fish and the Loaves, Sailing the Sea of Galilee, Cana, Nazareth, Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemene, Sepphoris, Mount Zion and the Upper Room, Jerusalem, David Center in Jerusalem, Southern Wall Excavations and the Teaching Steps, The Western Wall, Pool of Bethesda, The Via Dolorosa, The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, The Temple Mount, The Garden Tomb, Ein Karem, Nebi Samuel, Valley of Elah

Mexico:  Cozumel, Cancun, Chitzen Itza, Tulum, Cenotes, Underwater Park

United States: 

California: Yosemite, Napa, John Muir State Park, Hearst Castle, San Francisco, Sausilito

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Connecticut:  East Haddam, Gillette Castle, Mystic, Hartford

United States: 

Michigan:  Upper Peninsula:  Soo Locks, Tahquamenon Falls State Park, Pictured Rocks National Seashore

United States:

Ohio:  Cincinnati,  Bellefontaine, Dayton, Greenville, Yellow Springs, Ohio Wines

United States:

Louisiana:  New Orleans

What travel plans await you in 2019?  I would love to hear about them, so list your future adventures in the comments section below!  Wishing you an amazing 2019 and lots of Happy Travels!

Wright Brothers Memorial at Kill Devil Hills, NC

Approaching the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, the colossal granite sculpture was the first monument that came into view.   The shrine had been erected at the location of the first engine-powered flights on Carolina’s natural sand dunes in the year 1903.

Since Orville and Wilbur Wright flew the first airplane in 1903 at Kill Devil Hills, the field of aviation has come a long way.  Two young brothers from Dayton, Ohio decided that the Outer Banks would be the perfect location for launching their aircraft based on its wide open spaces and optimal wind conditions.

The national park’s Visitor Center doubled as a small museum displaying a replica of the first airplane.  In addition, relics from the Wrights’ original research and initial experiments are also exhibited.  A new structure opened in 2003 marking the hundred-year anniversary of the Wright brother’s “First in Flight” accomplishment, referred to as the “Century of Flight” museum.

Within the glider room, there was a staging area for park ranger talks about the Wright Brothers and their successful attempts of flight.  The walls were covered with other notable flight pioneers who have contributed to aeronautical advancement throughout the years.

Outdoors, visitors walked the Flight Line, which is the length of each of the four successful flights as indicated by stone markers.  Nearby were replicas of the Wrights’ temporary living quarters and the first airplane hangar.  Small monuments honoring the Wright Brothers and the first flight were sparsely staged throughout the field to include a tablet erected in 1923 by the National Aeronautical Association and a roundel of the 100th anniversary of the first flight.

During the unveiling of the 60 foot monolith memorial in 1932, Orville Wright was present.  At the top of the monument is a  lighthouse-like beacon at the top where, with advanced reservations, a select few can explore.  Built on the 90 foot tall Kill Devil Hills, the granite monument is flanked by busts of both Wilbur and Orville Wright.

Wright Brothers National Memorial is an amazing historical park for enthusiastic aviators and history buffs.  Several interactive opportunities and ranger talks are provided to visitors of all ages.

Have you visited Wright Brothers National Memorial?  I would be interested in hearing about your experience if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below.  Many thanks for checking out my blog post about the Wright Brothers National Memorial and wishing you many Happy Travels!

Local Attraction:

Wright Brothers National Memorial
1401 National Park Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
Phone:  252 473 2111

  • Admission Fee:  An entrance pass is required for all visitors.  The cost for an individual adult is $10 per person, 16 years and older.  Children 15 years and younger are free.
  • Hours:  Open daily from 9AM to 5:00PM with the exception of Christmas Day
  • Amenities:  ranger demonstrations, historical talks, reconstructed historical buildings, visitor’s center
  • Scenic View: Spectacular views of the sand dunes and Atlantic Ocean.
  • Length of Visit:  1 – 2 hours
  • Tips for Your Visit:  Wear comfortable shoes for walking as there is an uphill walk towards the entrance.  Bring a kite to fly at nearby Jockey’s Ridge Sand Dunes!  For the outside exhibits, wear sunscreen and bring a bottle of water.

Hotel Accommodation:

Days Inn by Wyndham
201 N. Virginia Dare Trail
Kill Devil Hills, NC  27948
Telephone:  252 489 4181

Restaurant Recommendation:

Henry’s Restaurant
3396 N. Croatan Highway
Kill Devil Hills, NC  27948
Telephone;  252 261 2025

For a starter, I had to try the she crab bisque, which was creamy and loaded with crab.  For my main meal, I ordered the BBQ lunch platter which included cole slaw, french fries and hushpuppies, a classic Carolina meal.

 

Politics, Theaters and Automobiles: Springfield, Ohio’s Rich History!

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After filling up on a hearty lunch, I returned to the Clark County Heritage Center in Springfield.  With so much history, I began my second session to cover the time period beginning in the 1900s up until the 1970s where the museum’s information about Clark County and Springfield ends.

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In the early 1900s,  Springfield, Ohio’s population was close to 60,000.  To celebrate their centennial in 1901 the city hosted Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show, a traveling performance which featured Greenville, Ohio native, Annie Oakley.  During this time, advances in transportation, farming equipment and entertainment made Springfield a popular location to live and visit.

Theodore Roosevelt was the President of the United States at this time and nearby Dayton residents, Wilbur and Orville Wright piloted the first airplane at Kitty Hawk.

By winter of 1903, three major fires claimed three lives in Springfield and destroyed an entire city block.

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Sully Jaymes was Springfield’s only African American attorney who represented the underprivileged African Americans.  A graduate of Boston University and the University of Michigan, Jaymes practiced law for over 50 years until his death in 1950.

In 1905, Gus Sun opened a vaudeville theater and booking agency in Springfield.  During this time, architect Frank Lloyd Wright designed and built a home for car magnate, Burton J. Westcott.

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By 1904, the Boys and Girls club was founded by AB Graham, which is known today as the 4H Club.  This agricultural organization teaches school-aged children about “farming techniques and home management”.  During the same year, International Harvester opened up a plant in Springfield to make trucks, bringing in a large number of jobs to the area.

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During Taft’s presidency, the Chakeres brothers open the city’s first movie theater in 1908 which would eventually lead to a total of eight movie houses around town.  The cost to see a move was only 50 cents back then  Following William Howard Taft, Woodrow Wilson takes office and the US enters into World War I.  Westcott Motor Car Company begins producing “The Westcott” between the years 1916 and 1926.  It would be the only automobile that would be manufactured in Springfield, rumored that the city lost the bid to Detroit for producing cars for the Ford Motor Company.   As Ohio braces for the Depression Era, racial tensions rise as riots break out among Springfield residents.  The Ohio National Guard is called in to preserve order.

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A very controversial event took place in Springfield in 1923 when the Klu Klux Klan held a rally at the fairgrounds.  These horrific, racially charged events were being held all over the nation in the 1920s, even in our nation’s capitol of Washington DC.

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Even in the midst of these thorny racial relationships of just a year ago, the city of Springfield is named the “Rose City” due to its large production of roses.

Amidst the Great Depression, George Rogers Clark Park is established in 1930 near Buck Creek with a reenactment of the Battle of Piqua taking place here to commemorate its 150th anniversary.  The opening of Cliff Park soon follows in 1932.

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Chakeres Theaters gain world wide recognition opening theaters across Ohio in the 1930s and the first service station, Bonded Oil, is built in Urbana.  As Springfield reaches the end of the 30’s World War II breaks out and the US comes to the aid of its allies after the Pearl Harbor bombing in 1941. Three Springfielders died in the attack and by 1943, Wittenberg University is set up to train Air Force Cadets to assist in the war efforts.

After World War II, the soldiers return home and only four years later the Korean War breaks out.  The Clark County Fair, first opened in 1854, moves to a larger space taking over the old Springfield Airport in 1947.  With an increase in population, Mercy Hospital opens in 1950 with the help of philanthropist Joseph Shouvlin.  There were currently 111,661 residents in Springfield at that time.

Eisenhower’s presidency would be the start of the Civil Rights movement and would continue as John F. Kennedy is sworn into office in 1960.  It was a victory for local African Americans when Robert C. Henry was the first black man elected to the Springfield City Commission and later becomes Mayor in 1966.    Taking over Henry’s post as Mayor in 1968 would be Springfield’s first female mayor, Betty Brunk.

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The 1970s brought about the interstate and I-70 draws businesses along the highway’s corridor.  The population of Springfield has reached upwards into the 150 thousands.  As the number of businesses increase, Springfield Mayor Robert Burton, plans to revitalize the downtown area, which has fallen into ruin over the years.  Another economic victory includes the opening of the Upper Valley Mall in 1971.

By the time Gerald Ford takes office, Robert Burton has made good on his promise to help Springfield and the New City Hall was constructed.

Fast forward to 2016 and there is a continued effort to revitalize the city of Springfield.  The downtown area is growing and new businesses are moving into spaces that were once left vacant.  Snyder Park has once again become a beautiful place to visit and the Farmer’s Market is thriving during the weekends at the Heritage Museum.  Rumor has it that even the Upper Valley Mall will be making changes in the near  future as well but plans have not been finalized.  During my return, it was an exciting time to live in Springfield and many residents came together to further the development of the city in a positive direction.  Who knows?  The difference one could make for Springfield may lead to noteriety at the Heritage Center’s Museum of Springfield history.

Have you had the opportunity to visit the Heritage Center in Springfield and learn about its history?  What was your favorite moment in time?  I would love to hear about your experience if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below!

What to See and What to Do:

The Clark County Heritage Center
117 South Fountain Avenue
Springfield, Ohio 45502
Telephone:  937 324 0657

  • Admission Fee:  Free, and donations are welcome.
  • Hours:  Museum:  Tuesday through Friday from 9AM to 4PM; Saturday from 9AM to 3PM.  Closed on the following holidays:  New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
  • Amenities:  Bookstore and gift shop, guided tours, video presentation
  • Length of Visit:  2 – 3 hours
  • Tips for Your Visit:  Donations recommended are Family:  $10; Adults:  $5 and Children: $3.

Where to Stay:

Courtyard Marriott Springfield
100 S. Fountain Avenue
Springfield, OH  45502
Telephone:  937 322 3600

Where to Eat:

Heart of Country Gift Shoppe and Teaberries Cafe
1600 E. Leffel Lane
Springfield, OH  45505
Telephone:  937 325 3030

I could spend hours strolling the Heart of Country Shoppe, but when I visit, I can’t wait to have lunch at Teaberries.   I always start my lunch with a piece of yummy, moist orange bread.  Known for their wide varieties of chicken salad sandwiches, I always revert to the House Favorite, the Midwest Delight, served on a butter croissant.   If you have room, try their homemade carrot cake or peanut butter pie.

More favorite Springfield eateries:

  • Schuler’s Donuts:   Their chocolate cream-filled doughnut is their best seller…”home of homemade”. The bakery has several locations in Springfield.
  • Simon Kenton Inn:  This historical home is an inn, restaurant and entertainment venue.  With great food, I love the atmosphere of the Simon Kenton Inn.
  • Guerra’s Krazy Tacos:  One of my favorite places to eat in Springfield, Guerra’s is known for their unique gourmet tacos.
  • Salato Deli:  I love stopping by this deli for their charcuterie board
  • Le Torte Dolci Bakery;  Located next to the Salato Deli, this European French bakery also serves amazing gelato.
  • Mike & Rosie’s Deli:  This staple of Springfield is located near the Wittenberg campus and I am extremely fond of their Reuben sandwich.

Where to Drink: 

What to Read:

  • The Book of Springfield, Ohio, 1906, by Springfield Commercial Club
  • Springfield, Ohio:  A Summary of Two Centuries, by Tom Dunham
  • Ridgewood in the Country Club District, by Tamara K. Dallenbach
  • Still Standing:  A life of pain, adversity and perseverance, by James Cooper
  • Hometown Killer, by Carol Rothgeb

Photo Guide for Springfield, Ohio:  

  • Hartman Rock Garden
  • Westcott House, Frank Lloyd Wright House
  • Glen Helen Nature Preserve in nearby Yellow Springs
  • Heritage Center of Clark County
  • Tecumseh Land Trust in nearby Yellow Springs
  • Ohio Caverns in nearby Bellefontaine
  • Oakes Quarry Park in nearby Fairborn, Ohio

Dine at Culp’s Cafe in Carillon Park, Dayton

UPDATE!   Since my visit in 2016, Culp’s Cafe has expanded as a full-service restaurant where waiters and waitresses in period costumes will take your order. Check out the counter where you will find the large soda fountain on display.

During a visit to Carillon Park, I had the opportunity to dine in at the historical Culp’s Cafe.  Surrounded by early 20th century architecture and design, this delightful eatery was built to resemble local Culp’s Cafeteria of the 1930’s, when Dayton was on the rise with ingenuity and invention.

Cafeterias have since been replaced by restaurants and buffets, but were once popular food service locations.  Think hospitals and high schools where food would be displayed at a counter, you could make your selection and pay the cashier for your purchase.  At one time, this was how one would order food and then find a dining room table or counter to enjoy their food.

Inside are photos of acclaimed diner, Culp’s Cafeteria, a historical eatery founded by Charlotte Gilbert Culp, whose success story is quite fascinating.  According to the Carillon Historical Park website, Charlotte was a widow who prepared baked goods and sold them door to door to support her six children which led to her opening a stand at Dayton’s South Main Street Market.  Expanding the business, Charlotte’s son Howard, opened three lunch counters at Dayton’s Arcade, a three-story indoor market with over 200 stalls.  In 1931, the Culp’s Cafeteria opened at the Arcade with its fountain and full-service restaurant, later expanding throughout the Dayton area.

According to the feed on Dayton History Books Online, Culp’s was a popular spot with the local police  and locals.

The black and white floor tiles and red cushioned bar stools are reminiscent of the early 1900’s diners.  There is a small deli refrigerator where you can select a couple of items to enjoy for lunch.  I decided on the chicken salad with a milkshake, a typical meal one would order at a diner and set off to continue my exploration of Carillon Historical Park.

Have you visited Culp’s Cafe?  Do you have some insight on its history?  I would love to learn more about the history of Culp’s Cafeteria in the late 1900s if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below.  Many thanks for reading about my lunch stop at Culp’s Cafe and wishing you many Happy Travels!

What to See and What to Do:

Culp’s Cafe at Carillon Historical Park
1000 Carillon Blvd.
Dayton, OH  45409
Telephone:  937 299 2277

 

A Taste of Home at Sam and Ethel’s, Tipp City, Ohio

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I remember learning about Sam and Ethel’s in Tipp City, Ohio when my grandparents would visit here for breakfast on Sunday mornings.   This amazing diner in the heart of town has been serving delicious, down home meals since 1944.  That’s over 70 years of yummy food.

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The menu was endless with amazing options, including buffalo, but I had my mind set on their famous Reuben Sandwich, a decadent combination of rye bread, thousand island dressing, corned beef, Swiss cheese and sauerkraut.  My mouth was watering as I ordered this local favorite and one of Sam and Ethel’s best sellers. Along with their tenderloin and roundhouse club, each sandwich is served with their signature chips and garlic onion dip.

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The front room of the restaurant is reminiscent to the diners of the good ole days, where locals can sit at a counter and enjoy a hearty, home cooked meal or a cup of coffee with a slice of pie.  I found a seat at one of the booths where I could see the kitchen through the pass-through and was close enough to take in the delicious smell of meat cooking on the grill.

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When my sandwich arrived with a heaping of Sam and Ethel’s famous, homemade potato chips, I was in culinary heaven.  One of the most amazing sandwiches I had ever eaten, this Reuben was oozing with dressing and Swiss cheese.  The buttered bread was perfectly toasted with a generous portion of juicy corned beef piled high to make this the ultimate sandwich.

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While I was ordering my meal, the waitress mentioned Sam and Ethel’s signature dill dip and she asked if I wanted to try it.  The gentleman sitting at the bar turned from his meal to agree with her.  He further warned me that it was addictive and guaranteed I would not be able to stop eating it once I started.

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I was so happy I had asked for a to-go box, because secretly, I probably would have ordered another sandwich…it was that amazing,  I was disappointed that I didn’t save room for pie, but promised myself that on a return visit, I would definitely order one to share with my friends.

I learned a lot about Sam and Ethel’s from reading the menu.  This former single family home was built in 1869 and housed a variety of businesses before Bill and Flora Sensemen turned it into a restaurant in 1944.   Mom and Pop Pittinger bought the restaurant and ran it from 1947 to 1955 until it was purchased by Sam and Ethel Moore, giving the restaurant its current name. The restaurant stayed in the Moore family when Sam and Ethel’s son John took over and ran the business for forty years before selling the property to Keith Long in 2009.   The restaurant has won several awards including the 2012 Best Comfort Food and 2013 Best of Dayton Restaurants.  There is also a photo of former comedian and actor Jonathan Winters, a Dayton, Ohio native stopping in to enjoy a meal at this longtime eatery.

The Dayton newspaper had just written an article about Sam and Ethel’s famous pancakes, which are also a hit with the locals. I guess I will have to try them on my next visit.  Could I order the pancakes with a piece of pie on the side please?

Have you eaten at Sam and Ethel’s Restaurant in Tipp City?  What is your favorite menu item?  I would love to hear from you if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below.  Many Thanks and Bon Appetit!

What to See and What to Do:

Sam and Ethel’s Restaurant
120 East Main Street
Tipp City, Ohio  45371
Telephone:  937 667 0113

  • Hours of Operation: Monday – Saturday from 6AM to 3PM and on Sunday from 8AM to 2PM
  • What to Eat:  I highly recommend the Reuben sandwich with the chips and homemade dill dip, the fried bologna sandwich and any one of their fabulous pies!  For breakfast, enjoy their plate-sized pancakes and corned beef hash (I like mine crispy).  Enjoy!

Where to Stay: 

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dayton North – Tipp City
1100 W. Main Street
Tipp City, OH  45371
Telephone:  937 667 5161

Where to Eat:

Sam and Ethel’s Restaurant
120 East Main Street
Tipp City, Ohio  45371
Telephone:  937 667 0113
Website:  www.samandethels.com

  • Hours of Operation: Monday – Saturday from 6AM to 3PM and on Sunday from 8AM to 2PM
  • What to Eat:  I highly recommend the Reuben sandwich with the chips and homemade dill dip, the fried bologna sandwich and any one of their fabulous pies!  For breakfast, enjoy their plate-sized pancakes and corned beef hash (I like mine crispy).  Enjoy!

Photo Guide for Tipp City: 

  • Canal Lock located just outside of town
  • Charleston Falls, 3538 Ross Road
  • Coldwater Creek for food photos
  • Mums during the Tipp City Mum Festival 
  • Gem City Ice Cream Mural, 1462 Harmony Drive
  • Tipp Roller Mill is an historic grist mill where they provide entertainment on Thursdays from May to December.

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