The Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders

Delicious Appetizers & Trendy Cocktails: Battle of the Bartenders set for April 23

Food lovers of Dayton have plenty of chances to try new tastes the city has to offer. Now, it's your chance, mixed drink lovers!

The Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders is back Wed, April 23 at The Steam Plant.  Presented by the Miami Valley Restaurant Association (MVRA), this event is a chance for local bartenders from over a dozen top-notch local restaurants to show off the best of their cocktails.

Who doesn't love a good cocktail?

If you think trying the new kinds of cuisine in town has been fun, wait till you give a try to some of these cocktails. Just as there's a growing variety of cuisines, there's a whole new art form in mixed drinks, and it's been taking Dayton's most high profile restaurants by storm. 

Get ready to experience:  Intense bartending battles Culinary delights from top Miami Valley restaurants Signature Buckeye Vodka creations!  And make sure to grab a ballot and vote for your favorite cocktail!

Participating Restaurants

Each restaurant will serve their creative Buckeye Vodka original cocktail paired with a small plate. 

Amber Rose Restaurant and Catering

Cocktail: Lemon Berry Blush
Food Pairing: Choconana Bites

The Dublin Pub

Cocktail: The Deli Boy
Food Pairing: Rueben Egg Rolls with Swiss Cheese Dipping Sauce

El Meson

Cocktail: Bad Bunny
Food Pairing: El Meson's Delicious Paella

The Florentine Restaurant

Cocktail: The Double Majority
Food Pairing: Lavender Honey Glazed Pork Slider

Manna Uptown

Cocktail: TBA
Food Pairing:TBA

Meadowlark Restaurant

Cocktail TBA:
Food Pairing: Meadowlark's House made Crab Dip

Mr. Boro's Tavern

Cocktail: Citrus Got Real
Pairing: Tri Tip Tacos- Soft Taco with Marianted Tri Tip Steak, Fresh Housemade Mango Pico De Gallo, Lettuce, Shredded Gruyere, Fontina, & Gouda Cheeses topped with their house Lime LaCrema

Rip Rap Roadhouse

Cocktail: American Pie
Food Pairing: Mini Grilled Ham & Cheese with Cranberry Sauce

Smith's Boathouse Restaurant

Cocktail: The Garden Party
Food pairing: Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Wheat Penny Oven and Bar

Cocktail: The Queen Stays Queen
Food pairing: Coconut Shrimp with Bang Bang Sauce

Limited number of VIP tickets include arrival at 6pm, food from each participating restaurant and 2 Buckeye Vodka Flight Cards (8 Buckeye Vodka cocktails your choice, food from each restaurant, and 2 voting chips for People's Choice). $75

We recommend that you purchase tickets in advance for this popular event.

Links & Tags

The Steam Plant

The Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders is taking place at The Steam Plant, which is located at 617 East 3rd Street in Dayton. The Steam Plant - The Steam Plant is a renovated venue in downtown Dayton offering historical charm and modern amenities to create your memorable wedding, celebration, meeting or corporate event.

Miami Valley Restaurant Association.

Miami Valley Restaurant Association - The Miami Valley Restaurant Association is a non-profit organization relentlessly dedicated to supporting and promoting our local restaurants.