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Tim's: as nasty as you wanna be. - Dayton
Tim's: as nasty as you wanna be.
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The Oregon District: The Center of Dayton's Nightlife
The Oregon District is a great place for dining, dancing, drinking, and just watching people. Several places have live bands on weekends. This is where it's all happening in Dayton.

Come as you are. Most places are not very dressy.

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  • Theme: Live Music
  • Directions: Southeast of downtown. It's along Fifth Street, between Patterson Blvd and Wayne Ave.
  • Website: http://www.oregondistrict.org/
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    Oregon District: Best Party in town
    The Oregon District is where you want to be if you want to throw down a few drinks. They have a little something for everyone. There are several different bars, a tattoo shop, a comedy club, a cafe, even a few adult bookstores. This is probably the most happening place in Dayton. Sure there are several other clubs and bars around the city and suburbs, but these are all in the same 2 block area. On Halloween they have the best party around.

    About the only dress code is no jerseys. I tried to wear a jersey one night and no one would let me in.

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  • Directions: 5th St. Just east of downtown.
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    Canal Street Tavern: Relaxed Concert Atmosphere
    This bar is a great place to spend a night out when you are looking for some new music. It is very dark and brick inside and there are a variety of tables, chairs, and pews to sit on. Order a pitcher of beer and relax, or get up in front of the stage and dance away. I really liked the sound system in here. The music sounded great but wasn't too loud so you could still visit with your group. They also have band playoffs which are pretty cool. Cover varies.

    Super casual.

  • Theme: Live Music
  • Address: 308 E. First Street, Dayton, OH 45402
  • Phone: 937.461.9343
  • Website: http://www.canalstreettavern.com/
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    Oregon District in Dayton: Rockin Rowdy Nightlife
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  • The Oregon District in downtown Dayton has a strip of bars and dance clubs that are pretty fun on Friday and Saturday nites geared to the 21 year olds mainly if you're into rowdy loud atmospheres that is. There is a nice restaurant and Jazz bar which has an adult atmosphere on this strip with a great saxaphone player. As I remember it's called Palazio or starts with a P if that's helpful. Food and drinks there are pricey and it is hard to get seating so get there early. Also this is an "upscale" club so dress appropriately.

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  • The Oregon District is a local entertainment District next door to a historic district.

    Casual

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  • Theme: Live Music
  • Directions: 5th street just east of downtown
  • Website: http://www.oregondistrict.org/district/
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    Oregon District
    Thugs and Redecks....not a good mix!!!

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    Trolley Stop: My favorite bar in the world...
    The crowd here is really diverse, and really fun. The live music tends to be very good, with some of Dayton's best local blues acts through on a regular basis, and also good reggae, rock, and bluegrass occassionally. I've heard great things about open mic, but have never been due to my work schedule. Often there are people dancing. The bathrooms are clean and well-stocked, there's a pool table upstairs and darts downstairs, with a patio during the warm months. Also, the food (lunch or early dinner) is good...I've had it twice and wasn't disappointed. Oh yes...and $3 Long Islands on Fridays! Various drink specials throughout the week too.

    Dress however you like...there are stairs and an old wood floor though...so don't get stupid with short skirts and ultra-high heels. Asking for trouble!

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  • Theme: Live Music
  • Address: Fifth Street
  • Directions: In the Oregon District, the last bar before the Dublin Pub...roughly across from Sloopy's (aka Sloppy's).
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    Blue Moon An American Bistro
    524 E. Fifth St
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 225-3855
    http://www.bluemoonbistro.com<br />
    Café Boulevard
    329 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 824-2722
    http://www.cafeboulevard.com/<br />
    China Buffet
    816 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 223-3868

    Elbo's The Bar
    200 S. Jefferson St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 461-0111
    http://www.elbosandchins.com/elbos.asp

    Franco's Restorante Italian
    824 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 222-0204
    Fax: (937) 222-1380
    traditional Italian dishes

    Jay's Seafood Restaurant
    225 E. Sixth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 222-7547
    http://www.jays.com

    Ned Pepper's Game Room
    419 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 461-0548
    Sports bar eatery with 3 pool tables, 11 TV's, darts.

    Newcom's Tavern
    418 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 223-2470
    bar with D,J, on Wed., Fri. and Sat. Open Tues-Fri. at 4pm-2:30am, Sat open 8pm-2:30am

    Nite Owl
    430 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 223-0540
    live entertainment 7 nights a week. Bar and kitchen open until 1:30am. Hours 8pm-2:30am
    niteowlnet@aol.com

    Oregon Express
    336 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 223-9205
    live entertainment. Specialties are pizza (voted Dayton's best)

    Pacchia
    410 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 341-5050
    Stone Hearth Pizzas, pasta and salads with a bar.
    http://www.pacchia.com/

    Pacchia's Jazz Room
    406 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    Dayton's only Jazz room.

    Sloopy's
    613 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 228-8060
    DJ every night. Open Tues-Sat 4pm-2:30am, Ladies Nights on Wed & Thurs.

    Thai Nine
    11 Brown St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 222-3227

    Trolley Stop 530
    E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    (937) 461-1101
    N'awlins style courtyard.

    Tumbleweed Connection
    454 E. Fifth St.
    Dayton, OH 45402
    bar with live entertainment Tues-Sat. Open everyday 2pm-2:30am.

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  • Theme: Nightclub
  • Directions: From 35, take Main St./Jefferson St. exit (first exit east of 75/35 interchange.) At bottom of ramp turn right onto Jefferson St The Oregon District is on right -can be accessd by Green St, 6th St. or 5th St
  • Website: http://www.oregondistrict.org/index.asp
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    Jokers Comedy Club: Jokers Comedy Club
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  • Hey, it's Victoria Jackson at Jokers! - Dayton
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    Jokers is my favorite Comedy club in Dayton. I actually worked there from time to time back in the days. It has since changed management is is better than ever. The talent is great, service great, and very friendly. Plus, there is parking and it is in a very safe place. There is a police station no more than a block away. Check out the website for prices, upcoming shows, directions, and menu. And as always, don't forget to tip your waitress....

    I think clothing is all that is required, and that has been known to go by the wayside from time to time too.

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  • Theme: Nightclub
  • Address: 8900 Kingsridge Drive
  • Phone: 937-433-5233
  • Directions: See the webpage.
  • Website: http://www.jokerscafe.com/
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