The Blue Berry Cafe - Kettering

Beloved breakfast and brunch spot from Kelley Andary and her uncle Ray Jean, whose family has owned Dayton-area restaurants since 1975—including The Barnsider (1975-2016) and The Wellington Grille in Beavercreek. Kelley's mother, Mary Miller, emigrated from Hong Kong to Canada before settling in Dayton. Famous for "big as your plate" pancakes, made-to-order omelets, and signature muffins from Tony Darden aka the "Muffin Man." Won Best Breakfast and Best Brunch in 2023 Best of Dayton. This location opened February 2024 in the iconic former Golden Nugget Pancake House space. 2025 marks the family's 50th anniversary in Dayton restaurants.