Winans Coffee & Chocolate — Restaurant in Ohio

Walking into Winans Coffee and Chocolate for the first time was like stepping into a scene from a holiday movie. The place was lit up with a warm glow that made the chocolate glisten and the festive decorations sparkle. Despite it being nighttime, the interior was inviting, with just the right kind of lighting that made everything feel cozy and welcoming.

The shelves were a chocolate lover's dream, neatly lined with all sorts of treats, from gift boxes to individual bars, all under the soft, golden lights that seemed to whisper, 'go on, indulge.' The ambiance was calm, with a touch of excitement in the air—maybe it was the season, or perhaps it was just the chocolate magic at work.

The display at the center was an eye-catcher, with every item tied up with a red ribbon, giving off that vibe of a perfect holiday gift just waiting to be picked. The baskets filled with colorful goodies under the spotlight created a cheerful contrast against the dark outside, making the night feel special.

As for the sweets we tried—oh man, where do I start? The buckeyes were like little nuggets of joy and those pecan clusters? Pure bliss. The salted caramel truffles had that perfect hint of saltiness, and the cookie dough truffles were the bomb. And those Watershed Bourbon Cherries? They were the cherry on top—literally. The best part? We walked out of there feeling like we hit the jackpot, all that goodness for less than 20 bucks!

For anyone looking for a place to chill in the evening and treat themselves, Winans is the spot. First-timers, be warned: one visit, and...

Best coffee, hot, cold, frapped, or otherwise, around, plus tea and hot chocolate and more! Their coffee beans are always perfectly roasted and flavorful, never burned and dry, like this one Seattle based company's I'm ever so familiar with. They also have AMAZING chocolates and candies for gifts... or yourself. Come in for coffee and a muffin or croissant, leave with an arm full of candy! Fast and friendly service, and comparable pricing. Small atmospheric sitting room available, with wifi! They also have dog friendly chocolates... nudge nudge. You can now pre-order with their app, or order for home delivery of dry goods, like coffee beans and chocolates! Not quite up to bringing your frappé home to you, but there's other services for that. Give them time, I'm sure they're...

Winans on Miller Ln has become my go-to, even on days when im not working I will drive 20mins out of my way to stop in this store. The staff is always super friendly and just lovely to chat with. Latrell (I hope I'm spelling his name right), I always get so hype to see him when I walk in, cuz I know my drink is about to be absolutely 🔥🔥!! They're always so pretty and they taste amazing when he makes them. There's also a tall lady with white hair, I cant remember her name but she is so sweet and always a pleasure to talk to. I just love this store so much!

Updated! A year later and this is still my absolute favorite stop. Doesn't matter what time of day. If im in Dayton near Miller ln, im stopping in to see my favorite...