Tavern
Dayton's oldest continuously operating tavern.
Good beer. Great food. Better people.
Built by German immigrants in 1839 on East 5th Street in what is now the Oregon District, this address has served as a tavern since 1888 — an unbroken run that makes The Trolley Stop Dayton's oldest continuously operating tavern, poured under half a dozen names along the way. The walls have held a residence, a provisions store, a barbershop, a shoeshine shop and a rooming house. It has been The Old Tavern, The Liquor Room, The Ace Restaurant through Prohibition, and The Pickle Barrel through the lean years, before taking the name it carries today.
In the 1950s and '60s, the neighborhood was rougher around the edges. Then the 1970s arrived, the Oregon District earned its historic status, and the street found new life. The Trolley Stop followed — and has never looked back.
Today you'll find wood floors, exposed brick, local art, and the kind of laid-back character that only decades of regulars and good stories can build. We're proud to call the Oregon District home.
A rotating selection of local Ohio craft beers alongside American and international favorites on draft and in the bottle. Something new is always on.
A full bar featuring locally crafted liquors from Dayton's own distillers. Classic cocktails and creative seasonal builds, made by people who care.
Complete with reds, whites, sparkling and specialty wines, poured generously — including Ridgeway Farm selections exclusive to Trolley Stop in the Oregon District.
Every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 2pm. Fresh juice, house mixers, and all the fixings — the perfect companion to our weekend brunch menu.
Every day from 4 to 7pm. The stretch between clocking off and settling in — pull up a stool at the bar and ask what's running.
We're a DORA-designated location. Carry your drink and explore the Oregon District in an officially designated outdoor refreshment area.
Come in to relax or enjoy the company of friends. We'll be happy you stopped in.
An amazing variety of music from local and touring artists. Check our social pages for the latest lineup and show times.
Our outdoor patio is the perfect spot to soak in the Oregon District's historic streetscape over a cold drink and great food.
Food and drink specials every day of the week. Ask your server or check the chalkboard — there's always something worth ordering.
A curated shelf of free books to borrow or take home. Take one, leave one. We like it that way.
Host your next gathering in our private party room. Birthdays, reunions, league nights — we can make it happen.
Book The Party HouseShoot a game of pool while you wait on your food or settle in for the evening. The table's open — challengers welcome.
Nearly two centuries of pours, stories, and characters have left their mark on 530 East 5th Street. From Prohibition-era secrets to Oregon District legends, there's more to The Trolley Stop than meets the eye. Dig into the history, oddities, and lore that make this place unlike any other bar in Dayton.
Explore Fun Facts| Monday – Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday – Saturday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Kitchen open 11am–9pm. Happy hour 4–7pm. Brunch served Sat & Sun, 11am–2pm.