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Exceptional Dining, Inspired by Italy
Experience exceptional dining at Bistecca, located within Hotel Ardent Dayton. Our Italian Steakhouse offers a delightful menu featuring handmade pastas, wood-fired grill selections, and signature dishes inspired by Italy's rich culinary traditions. With a focus on fresh ingredients and bold flavors, every meal is crafted to provide a memorable dining experience.
Whether you're visiting for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or brunch, Bistecca promises a warm, inviting atmosphere where you can relax, indulge, and enjoy delicious meals with great company. Perfect for both hotel guests and local diners, our restaurant is the ideal place to savor outstanding food in the heart of Dayton.
Bistecca - Italian Steakhouse
A Symphony for Your Senses
Our Italian Steakhouse menu is both elegant and approachable, offering a variety of delicious options for breakfast, lunch, weekend brunch, and dinner. Drawing inspiration from Florence, Italy, we take pride in serving handmade pastas and daily selections from our wood-fired grill. Make sure to try our namesake dish, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, a hearty, flavorful steak that captures the essence of Italian cuisine.
Hours:
Breakfast
Weekday (Mon-Fri): 6:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Brunch
Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Lunch
Monday - Friday: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Negroni Hour
(Mon-Sat): 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM (bar only)
Dinner
Weekday (Sun-Thurs): 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Weekend (Fri & Sat): 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM
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Lighter side / chilled
BOURBON/MAPLE PECAN OVERNIGHT OATS
$ 8
chai | greek yogurt | oats | milk | bourbon extract | local pure maple syrup | candied pecans | bourbon whipped cream
TUSCAN ORCHARD FRUIT BOARD
$ 12
apple | orange | dried figs | berries | toasted pistachios whipped ricotta | sour cherry jam | table bread
Eggs
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
ROASTED PUMPKIN TOAST*
$ 12
toasted sourdough | pickled shallots | mascarpone spread | sumac candied walnuts | calabrian hot-maple | (1) poached egg
PRIME RIB HASH*
$ 16
roasted fingerling | shaved prime rib | grilled onion & peppers two eggs | leek gremolata
HARVEST OMELET*
$ 15
italian sausage | roasted butternut squash | baby kale | fontina
POACHED PEAR & BRIE OMELET*
$ 14
double cream brie | tahitian vanilla & prosecco poached bosc pear chive
Classics
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
BISTECCA BREAKFAST*
$ 16
farm-fresh eggs | roasted fingerling hash | pecan bacon or chicken sausage | choice of toast
APPLE SPICED PANCAKES
$ 16
apple compote | golden raisins | cinnamon | cardamon | nutmeg local pure maple syrup
FOCACCIA SAMMY*
$ 15
farm-fresh eggs | pecan bacon or ham | provolone herbed focaccia | arugula | pesto rosso
STEAKHOUSE BREAKFAST BOWL*
$ 28
4oz bavette steak | tuscan spice | two farm-fresh eggs roasted root veggies | pesto aioli | fried leeks
EGGS IN PURGATORY*
$ 16
zesty pomodoro | basil pesto | pecorino | olive oil | grilled bread micro basil
A la carte
COLD CEREAL OR GRANOLA
$ 6
whole | skim | 2% | almond +2 macadamia +2 | oat +2
Fresh fruit
$ 4
Toast
$ 3
Bagel
$ 4
Hash
$ 5
Bacon
$ 5
CHICKEN SAUSAGE
$ 5
Beverages
FRESH FRUIT JUICES
$ 3
orange | cranberry | grapefruit apple | pineapple
FRESH-BREWED COFFEE
$ 3
ESPRESSO
$ 4
make it a doppio +2
Latte
$ 5
CAPPUCCINO
$ 5
Hot tea
$ 3
Iced tea
$ 4
Soda
$ 4
Soda water
$ 4
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Mains
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
ROASTED PUMPKIN TOAST*
$ 12
toasted sourdough | pickled shallots | mascarpone spread | candied walnuts sumac | calabrian hot-maple | (1) poached egg
FOCACCIA SAMMY*
$ 15
farm-fresh eggs | pecan bacon or ham provolone | herbed focaccia | arugula pesto rosso
BISTECCA BREAKFAST*
$ 16
farm-fresh eggs | roasted fingerling hash | pecan bacon or chicken sausage choice of toast
HARVEST OMELET*
$ 15
italian sausage | roasted butternut squash | baby kale | fontina
BUTTERNUT SQUASH BENEDICT*
$ 18
english muffin | roasted butternut squash | baby spinach | cranberry hollandaise
PRIME RIB HASH*
$ 16
roasted fingerling | shaved prime rib | grilled onion & peppers | two eggs leek gremolata
The Sweet Side
BOURBON/MAPLE PECAN OVERNIGHT OATS
$ 8
chai | greek yogurt | oats | milk | bourbon extract | local pure maple syrup candied pecans | bourbon whipped cream
TUSCAN ORCHARD FRUIT BOARD
$ 12
apple | orange | dried figs | berries | toasted pistachios | whipped ricotta sour cherry jam | table bread
APPLE SPICED PANCAKES
$ 16
apple compote | golden raisins cinnamon | cardamon | nutmeg pure maple syrup
Handhelds
served with tuscan fries
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
TUSCAN FOREST HAM
$ 17
grilled focaccia | arugula | forest ham | provolone | sun-dried pesto pistachio aioli
WAGYU HAMBURGER*
$ 21
brioche | seasoned ground wagyu beef | fontina | bacon | arugula | tomato pesto aioli
SMOKED TURKEY & BRIE
$ 16
toasted multigrain bread | smoked turkey | arugula | double cream brie cranberry aioli
Lunchy items
WINTER PEAR SALAD
$ 15
baby arugula & kale | red onion | poached bosc pear | pickled grapes | gorgonzola candied walnuts | pumpkin seeds | white balsamic vinaigrette
CAESAR SALAD
$ 13
gem | kale | garlic crostini | pecorino | watermelon radish | white anchovies
ENHANCE YOUR SALAD
CHICKEN BREAST +8 / 6oz SALMON* +12 / 4oz BAVETTE* +14
ENHANCE YOUR SALAD
CHICKEN BREAST +8 / 6oz SALMON* +12 / 4oz BAVETTE* +14
A la carte
COLD CEREAL OR GRANOLA
$ 6
whole | skim | 2% | almond +2 macadamia +2 | oat +2
Fresh fruit
$ 4
Toast
$ 3
Bagel
$ 4
Hash
$ 5
Bacon
$ 5
CHICKEN SAUSAGE
$ 5
Beverages
Fresh fruit juices
$ 3
orange | cranberry | grapefruit apple | pineapple
Fresh-brewed coffee
$ 3
Espresso
$ 4
make it a doppio +2
Latte
$ 5
CAPPUCCINO
$ 5
Hot tea
$ 3
Iced tea
$ 4
Soda
$ 4
Soda water
$ 4
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Starters
ARDENT BRUSCHETTA
$ 14
grilled bread | whipped ricotta | arugula | poached pear prosciutto | candied walnut
BUTTERNUT SQUASH BURRATA
$ 19
roasted squash | fried sage | pomegranate seeds tuscan spice | grilled bread
Handhelds
served with tuscan fries
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
FIRE-ROASTED MUSHROOM & FONTINA MELT
$ 14
sourdough | oyster & cremini mushrooms fontina | truffle aioli
WAGYU HAMBURGER*
$ 21
brioche | seasoned ground wagyu beef | fontina bacon | arugula | tomato | pesto aioli
TUSCAN FOREST HAM
$ 17
grilled focaccia | arugula | forest ham | provolone sundried pesto | pistachio aioli
SMOKED TURKEY & BRIE
$ 16
toasted multigrain bread | smoked turkey | arugula double cream brie | cranberry aioli
Insalada & zuppa
HAM & BEAN ZUPPA
Cup $ 6
Bowl $ 10
smoked ham | white bean | onion | kale veggie stock | herbs
CAESAR SALAD
$ 13
gem | kale | garlic crostini | pecorino watermelon radish | white anchovies
WINTER PEAR SALAD
$ 15
baby arugula & kale | red onion | poached bosc pear pickled grapes | gorgonzola | candied walnuts pumpkin seeds | white balsamic vinaigrette
ROASTED PUMPKIN SALAD
$ 16
baby kale | arugula | red onion | pancetta cracklings goat cheese | toasted pumpkin seeds | apple cider vinaigrette
ENHANCE YOUR SALAD
CHICKEN BREAST +8 / 6oz SALMON* +12 / 4oz BAVETTE* +14
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Dessert
WINTER CIDER PANA COTTA
$ 11
apple cider | cinnamon | cardamom spiced apple chutney with golden raisins chantilly cream | biscoff cookie
WARM FIG & HONEY BREAD PUDDING
$ 16
italian bread | dried figs | honey-egg custard bourbon caramel sauce topped with cookie butter gelato
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE TORTE
$ 11
dark chocolate | ganache chantilly cream | strawberry mint coulis
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
$ 14
mascarpone & cream cheese | ginger | cinnamon nutmeg | gingersnap crust | bourbon caramel sauce
GELATO CHEF’S CHOICE
$ 9
cream | sugar | egg yolk | cookie garnish
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Starters
GRILLED HERBED FOCACCIA
$ 8
grilled table bread | roasted garlic parsley | calabrian chili oil
BUTTERNUT SQUASH BURRATA
$ 19
roasted squash | fried sage pomegranate seeds | tuscan spice grilled bread
CHARRED OCTOPUS
$ 24
fingerling potatoes | chorizo oregano rouille
ROASTED BEET CAPRESE
$ 14
thin sliced golden & red beets baby arugula | goat cheese crumbles fried basil | olive oil | balsamic glaze smoked sea salt
ARDENT BRUSCHETTA
$ 14
grilled bread | whipped ricotta arugula | poached pear | prosciutto candied walnut
Pasta
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
LAMB RAGOUT
$ 27
egg pasta | roasted tomatoes | herbs red wine | carrots | spanish onion roasted garlic
ORECCHIETTE PESTO ALLA ROSA
$ 26
sun-dried tomato | italian sausage basil | garlic | walnuts | heavy cream pecorino
SHRIMP & BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI
$ 36
white tiger shrimp | egg pasta fresh lemon juice | brown butter sauce | sage | golden raisins | walnuts
RICOTTA PUMPKIN GNOCCHI
$ 25
pumpkin seed pesto | winter savory lemon balm | roasted pumpkin ricotta | pecorino
Insalata & zuppa
HAM & BEAN ZUPPA
Cup $ 6
Bowl $ 10
smoked ham | white bean | onion kale | veggie stock | herbs
CAESAR SALAD
$ 13
gem | kale | garlic crostini pecorino | watermelon radish white anchovies
WINTER PEAR SALAD
$ 15
baby arugula & kale | red onion poached bosc pear | pickled grapes | gorgonzola | candied walnuts | pumpkin seeds white balsamic vinaigrette
ROASTED PUMPKIN SALAD
$ 16
baby kale | arugula | red onion goat cheese | pancetta cracklings toasted pumpkin seeds apple cider vinaigrette
ENHANCE YOUR SALAD
CHICKEN BREAST +8
6oz SALMON* +12
4oz BAVETTE* +14
6oz SALMON* +12
4oz BAVETTE* +14
Wood-fired grill
all steaks are hand cut and served with onion confit | herb bunch | roasted tomato | bone-marrow butter
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
8oz sirloin*
$ 32
classic | flavorful
30oz BISTECCA ALLA FLORENTINA*
$ 99
served with smoked sea salt
10oz filet*
$ 68
tender | buttery
8oz bavette*
$ 29
bold | savory
16oz ribeye
$ 62
richly marbled
Handheld
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
ULTIMATE WOOD-FIRED GRILLED STEAK SAMMY*
$ 26
marinated bavette | roasted tomato cipollini onion confit | garlic aioli brioche bun | tuscan fries
Mains
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
CIDER SPICED PORK CHOP*
$ 29
grilled loin chop | fire-roasted apple & peach chutney | manchego lemon grits
STEAK FRITES*
$ 35
10oz strip steak grilled then sliced basil pesto | tuscan fries
PUMPKIN RISOTTO
$ 27
roasted pumpkin purée | vegetable stock | cran-raisins | fried sage goat cheese
MAPLE-BOURBON GLAZE SALMON*
$ 34
chargrilled farm raised norwegian salmon | cranberry farro pilaf
GRILLED CAULIFLOWER STEAK
$ 26
tuscan spiced | fire-roasted white bean purée | salsa verde | toasted pine nuts | charred lemon
PISTACHIO-CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB*
$ 53
red wine reduction | pomegranate salsa | pomegranate molasses sautéed broccoli rabe
CIOPPINO
$ 38
shrimp | mussels | salmon | white wine fire-roasted tomato broth | fennel herbs | grilled table bread | fingerling potatoes | leek gremolata
TUSCAN GRILLED CHICKEN
$ 28
marinated grilled breast | fire-roasted mushroom | spinach | sun-dried tomato cream sauce
Sides
Grilled asparagus
$ 8
Tuscan fries
$ 7
MANCHEGO LEMON GRITS
$ 8
WOOD-FIRED MUSHROOMS
$ 9
THYME ROASTED FINGERLINGS
$ 7
SAUTÉED BROCCOLI RABE
$ 7
PUMPKIN RISOTTO
$ 8
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Starters
Zuppa tuscana cup
$ 6
spanish onion | kale | garlic | cream herbs | white bean | sausage
Zuppa tuscana bowl
$ 10
spanish onion | kale | garlic | cream herbs | white bean | sausage
Gem City Caesar
$ 15
gem | baby kale | garlic crostini | pecorino watermelon radish | white anchovies
HEIRLOOM TOMATO CAPRESE
$ 16
heirloom grape tomato | fresh mozzarella balsamic glaze | arugula | basil fresh black pepper | smoked sea salt
FETT’UNTA OLIO E PREZZEMOLO
$ 8
grilled table bread | roasted garlic parsley | calabrian chili oil
Arancini
$ 9
fresh mozzarella | romesco sauce almonds | pecorino
BURRATA
$ 19
braised sweet tomato | confit pearl onion bistecca dust | herbs | garlic | grilled bread
Mains
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
ORECCHIETTE PESTO AL ROSA
$ 26
sun-dried tomato | italian sausage | basil garlic walnuts | heavy cream | pecorino
Gnocchi
$ 25
pistachio pesto | pine nuts orange | fresh ricotta
King Salmon*
$ 34
english pea risotto | sumac-lime honey glaze romesco sauce
Seasonal Risotto
$ 26
arborio | stock | veggies pecorino cheese | butter
GRILLED EGGPLANT PARMESAN
$ 23
pomodoro sauce | parmesan | fontina fried basil | fresh ricotta
CHICKEN MILANAISE
$ 28
breaded cutlets | white wine crystal sauce fried capers | lemon | parsley
Wood-fired grill
All steaks are hand cut and served with onion confit | herb bunch | roasted tomato | bone-marrow butter
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
8oz SIRLOIN*
$ 32
8oz TOURNEDO DUO*
$ 39
8oz BAVETTE*
$ 29
Sides
Grilled asparagus
$ 8
Tuscan fries
$ 7
Wood-fired mushrooms
$ 9
Thyme roasted fingerlings
$ 6
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Negroni
FLYWHEEL NEGRONI
$ 16
tanqueray sevilla orange | bitter bianca
lo-fi vermouth | scarborough bitters
lo-fi vermouth | scarborough bitters
BRIDGETOWN NEGRONI
$ 14
coconut rum | campari | sweet vermouth
GREEN NEGRONI
$ 15
aviation gin | Dolin Genepy
trossi dry vermouth
trossi dry vermouth
NEGRONI SOUR
$ 16
aviation gin | campari | sweet vermouth
simple syrup | fresh lemon | egg white
simple syrup | fresh lemon | egg white
CC NEGRONI
$ 15
coconut infused aviation gin | coffee
select apertivo | sweet vermouth
select apertivo | sweet vermouth
Cocktails
SMOKE SHOW
$ 16
mezcal | cointreau | fresh lime | cilantro
bitters | serrano pepper | spiced rim
bitters | serrano pepper | spiced rim
ESPRESSO MARTINI
$ 18
coffee liqueur | fresh espresso | ketel one
brown sugar simple syrup | cinnamon
brown sugar simple syrup | cinnamon
BLACK OLD FASHIONED
$ 17
woodford reserve | amaro montenegro
honey | lemon bitters
honey | lemon bitters
BELLINI MARTINI
$ 16
tito's vodka | basil eau de vie | peach
fresh lemon | prosecco
fresh lemon | prosecco
THE EMPRESS
$ 15
empress herbal gin | fresh lime | tonic
Spiritless
ESPRESSO NO-TINI
$ 14
seedlip spice 94 | fresh-brewed espresso
brown sugar simple syrup
brown sugar simple syrup
(NA)GRONI
$ 12
ritual gin | ritual apertif | orange peel
SPICED SPRITZ
$ 13
seedlip spice 94 | ginger beer | pear
Spritz
LIMONCELLO SPRITZ
$ 17
fabrizio limoncello | fresh lemon
prosecco | club soda
prosecco | club soda
ELDERFLOWER SPRITZ
$ 15
st. germain | fresh lemon | prosecco
club soda | mint
club soda | mint
CHAMBORD SPRITZ
$ 15
chambord | pinot grigio | club soda
raspberry
raspberry
APEROL SPRITZ
$ 14
aperol | prosecco | club soda
Beer
MODELO
$ 10
PERONI
$ 7
MICHELOB ULTRA
$ 6
MILLER LITE
$ 6
SAM ADAMS SEASONAL
$ 10
YUENGLING
$ 9
WARPED WING LIGHT
$ 8
WARPED WING TROTWOOD
$ 8
ROTATING WARPED WING IPA
$ 10
STELLA
$ 8
BREWDOG ELVIS JUICE IPA
$ 11
ROTATING LOCAL DRAFT
$ 10
HIGH NOON
$ 10
FABRIZIA LEMON VODKA SODA
$ 8
Non-Alcohol
WARPED WING ROOT BEER
$ 5
WARPED WING ORANGE
$ 5
WARPED WING GINGER BEER
$ 5
STRAWBERRY LEMONADE
$ 5
Events at Bistecca
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What Customers Say About Us
"Love the bar here. Great drinks and great atmosphere."
Lindsay Wiseman
Google
"I went to Bistecca and the food was amazing! Service was very attentive and the manager was a pleasure to talk to and came and checked on us periodically throughout our meal.! This is for sure my new go to place, if you’re in the Dayton area check it out!"
Abby R
Tripadvisor
Bistecca Signature Plates & Pours
Bistecca Alla Forentina
Guests and locals alike can indulge in a menu that blends Italian culinary traditions from various regions with a modern flair. Diners can look forward to wood-fired grill selections like the namesake Bistecca ala Fiorentina
Archimedean Excogitation
This custom-made Negroni cocktail-making machine pays homage to Dayton’s industrious heritage of invention and innovation. Try one of our signature cocktails including The Flywheel, just one standout from Bistecca's Negroni menu.
Seasonal Risotto
Diners can look forward to fresh handmade pasta dishes like Tagliatelle Cacio E Pepe and a seasonal risotto
Hey Dayton Dragons Fans!
Join us in Bistecca on Game Day for the Extra Inning. Our “Extra Inning” special includes 1 Waygu beef burger, fries, and 2 Warped Wing beers or seltzers for $35.
Show your Dayton Dragons game day ticket and receive 15% off. Must be same day as the ball game to receive the 15% off.
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WHERE EVERY MEAL FEELS LIKE A CELEBRATION OF ITALY
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about your stay at Hotel Ardent Dayton? We’ve got you covered! Check out our frequently asked questions for quick answers on bookings, amenities, local attractions, and more.
Does Hotel Ardent Dayton have a restaurant? Does Hotel Ardent Dayton have a restaurant? - Dining
Yes, Hotel Ardent Dayton features an on-site dining option offering a range of delicious dishes. Whether you're in the mood for a casual bite or a more formal meal, our restaurant caters to all tastes. Restaurant Bistecca is open for breakfast, dinner and cocktails seven days a week and for weekend brunch.
Is room service available at Hotel Ardent Dayton? Is room service available at Hotel Ardent Dayton? - Dining
Yes! Hotel Ardent Dayton provides room service for guests who prefer to dine in the comfort of their rooms. Our menu offers a variety of options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.