This restaurant housed in a former bank building in the heart of downtown Tipp City offers quality dining in a small-town setting. The decor is warm and welcoming and is a delight for the senses. The fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere while the full bar allows patrons a relaxing stop while awaiting a fabulous meal. The inviting atmosphere encourages relaxed conversation. You may be surprised to find that a restaurant in such a small town has some rather sophisticated choices on the menu alongside your more normal fare, with entrees such as ostrich being offered. If you are looking for a decadent dessert, look no further than the butter-drenched English Tea Cake! An easy drive from all points in the Dayton area, words cannot do it justice. A visit is a must and will be the first of many.
"First time visiting CWC. Absolutely loved it. We had Halibut and Salmon. Fish was terrific, sauce was great. Had some bass and keyboards in the lobby for music. Service was great. All around wonderful meal--can't wait too go back!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Located in a former bank in Tipp City, this is a great place for some unexpected fine dining. The seabass main was superbly prepared and came with salad, starch and veggies. They have an extensive wine list that is well priced. Avoid the vault seating if you can. Feels cold and sterile."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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"Seven of us had all different dinners. Ostrich, duck, lobster cakes, pork, ahi tuna all outstanding. We would go more often if there were more changes to the menu. (Just one special main course each night). Manager very helpful with wine selection."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, special occasion
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"Have been several different times in past years, there was something different this time. Overall, did not meet our expectations from past visits. Service was ok, food was good but by no means worth the price. Probably will not visit again (sadly)."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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"We did the " Dinner in the Kitchen" What a marvelous experience. Five courses with wine pairings. The food was top notch and the service exemplary. The staff was knowledgeable and we were able to have some time with Nick, the owner and chef. A superb evening out for a special occasion I shall look forward to repeating."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"I was wondering if the trip from Centerville to Tipp City would be worth the miles and time. It was and then some. I think this is one of the best restaurants in the Dayton area. Everything was top notch beginning with my cocktail through the chocolate mousse cake for dessert. Our table enjoyed the sea bass, lobster crab cakes, ostrich and scallops. Even the cucumber dill house dressing was a great choice. I don't think you can go wrong at Coldwater Cafe."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"This visit was not up to normal standards. Service was not very attentive, took longer than should have for waitress to return each time. One special was out at 7:00 and the other was very chewy. Will return since the past has always been great."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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"Classy restaurant with great food and service in a handsome historic building in the town named after the shortest-lived president in American history, William Henry Harrison, hero of "Tippecanoe." A piano and bass duo performs some of the most elegant live jazz I've heard in a long time. Lovers of Bill Evans and other jazz piano greats should hurry right over."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Our first time, found with O.T. We had very good service, and our table Wes visited twice by the chef. We were disappointed to find the catch of the day was gone before our 6:45 reservation, but made other choices which were terrific. Good choice of wines by the glass. Desserts were delicious. A great find when visiting Dayton. We'll be back!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"I have had the pleasure of dinning at the Cold Water Cafe on four different occasions. Each time has been very pleasurable. I live two hours away and it is worth the drive each time."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Went to celebrate my Dad's 75th birthday. We ate in the Board Room. The room was perfect for our group of 8. We had great service and the food was wonderful, as always!"
Dined on 03/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Love Coldwater Cafe. The food is fabulous, the desserts are awesome, and the service is always great. Michelle took great care of us this past weekend."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2004
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"For the first time since I have been going to this restaurant I was very unhappy. I requested a booth for a special occasion when I made the reservation. They seated us at to a table in the middle of the room instead of a booth. We were 15 minutes late and I had called to advise Coldwater of our delay. My guest is a principal of a grade school and that day they had a bomb scare."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Excellent experience overall. LOVED the convenience of being able to reserve on line, then change later if necessary (which was the case this time). We were able to get a table per our preference, although I didn't realisticaly think it will happen, since tables in that section are hard to get, and it was on relatively short notice. Great dining experience, too!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"We had a wonderful dinner. Our server was very good, better than we've had in the past. The food was terrific. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone interested in fine dining and atmosphere."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"Was a little disappointed at first as in the reservations had specifically asked for table ext to fireplace and at first was seated in a table not within main restaurant - I asked to be moved and was met with resistance - as they were heavily booked - I explained I knew that and had made my reservations weeks earlier and had requested table bear fireplace ( thus has worked before ) thankfully they found a table in dining room and we had a lovely time"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"We found this restaurant from your website and had gotten great reviews. I would like to say that The Coldwater Cafe was a great experience! We plan on making this a restaurant that we will visit often. Chef Nick is the BEST!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"I love the Coldwater Cafe. We live about an hour away so it is a special treat for us when we go. The only negative I had turned into a positive. We had reservations for 2 and were sat fairly quickly, however we got sat in the back of the main dining area right beside the servers station and just off of the door to the kitchen. We felt like we were sitting in the kitchen with all of the hustle and bustle. Not at all relaxing or condusive to a conversational dinner with my husband for Valentines. But after I brought this to the attention of our server and conveyed to her that we were willing to wait a bit to a nicer area opened up, she moved us to a different location by the fireplace, which ws perfect."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Although, my wife had previously visited for a luncheon, this was my first experience at Coldwater. I had a filet mignon and it was done to perfection. The experience was first class all the way, and I will definitely plan a return visit."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Coldwater Cafe is wonderful non chain restaurant. The chef and staff are personable and accessible. If your looking for an excellent dining experiencing I recommend Coldwater."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"We had a wonderful dinner.. Our waitress's wine and food recommendations were excellent. This is fast becoming my favorite restaurant in the Miami Valley."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Everything was delicious as always. The only negative was that we were in the "vault" and it was freezing cold in this area. I had to take my scarf and use as a wrap, my husband worn his coat throughout dinner."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"We celebrated our 33rd Anniversary with dinner at Coldwater Cafe. As usual, the food, service, and atmosphere were outstanding! Would highly recommend this fine restaurant! We frequent it often. The pork chop is excellent, as is the talipia."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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