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Dining

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.

The stylish bar area at Hotel Ardent features an extensive liquor selection.

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

    *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

    Seasonal overnight oats

    $ $8
    Chai, greek yogurt, oats, milk, nuts, vanilla

    Lemon ricotta and toast

    $ $10
    Greek yogurt, ricotta, blueberries, grapes, strawberries, mint, toasted almonds, sourdough bread

    Smoked salmon bruschetta

    $ $19
    Whipped chive cream cheese, fried capers, pickled shallots, dill, everything bagel spice, lemon zest, pepperoncini

    A very berry parfait

    $ $10
    Pistachio, greek yogurt, granola, fresh berries, mint

    Le uova

    *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

    Avocado toast

    $ $12
    Toasted sourdough, cowboy candy, blistered tomato, pickled shallots, poached egg, basil

    Eggs in purgatory

    $ $14
    Zesty pomodoro, basil, pecorino, grilled table bread, pesto genovese

    Campfire hash

    $ $16
    Roasted fingerling, slow-roasted arista pork, grilled onion and peppers, two eggs, leek gremolata

    Farmstand omelet

    $ $15
    Blistered tomato, baby kale, cremini mushrooms, provolone

    Apulia omelet

    $ $16
    Arista pork, asparagus, leeks, fontina

    Open-faced frittata florentine

    $ $14
    Baby spinach, sun-dried tomato, fontina, pesto rosso, arugula

    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 local sausage, choice of toast

    Seasonal ricotta pancakes

    $ $16
    Seasonal fresh fruit, whipped ricotta, house-made syrup

    Croissant sammy

    $ $15
    Farm-fresh eggs, pecan bacon or ham, provolone, flaky croissant, arugula, pesto rosso

    Tuscan steak and eggs

    $ $28
    4oz petite filet, tuscan spice, farm fresh eggs, roasted fingerling hash, pesto rosso, choice of bread

    Omelet con prosciutto e formaggi

    $ $14
    Smoked forest ham, provolone, chives

    Pistachio crusted french toast

    $ $17
    sour dough, egg batter, pistachio cream, vanilla, white chocolate, lavender syru

    A la carte

    *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

    Cold cereal or granola

    $ $6
    Whole, skim, 2%; almond +2, macadamia +2, oat +2

    Fresh fruit

    $ $4

    Toast

    $ $3

    Croissant

    $ $4

    Hash

    $ $5

    Bombolini

    $ $5

    Bacon

    $ $5

    Local sausage

    $ $5

    Beverages

    *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

    Fresh fruit juices

    $ $3
    Orange, cranberry, grapefruit, apple, pineapple

    Fresh-brewed coffee

    $ $3

    Espresso

    $ $4
    Make it a doppio +2

    Latte or cappuccino

    $ $5

    Hot tea

    $ $3

    Iced tea

    $ $4

    Soda

    $ $4

    Soda water

    $ $4
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      Le uova

      Avocado toast

      $ $12
      Toasted sourdough, cowboy candy, pickled shallots, blistered tomato, poached egg, basil

      Campfire hash

      $ $16
      Roasted fingerling, slow-roasted arista pork, grilled onion and peppers, two eggs, leek gremolata

      Farmstand omelet

      $ $15
      Blistered tomato, baby kale, cremini mushrooms, provolone

      Apulia omelet

      $ $16
      Arista pork, asparagus, leeks, fontina

      Uova alla benedict

      $ $19
      Focaccia, prosciutto, sautéed spinach, pesto hollandaise

      Arista pork benedict

      $ $18
      English muffin, arista pork, poached eggs, onion confit hollandaise

      Tuscan farmer's egg bowl

      $ $16
      Butter beans, herbs, spinach, blistered tomato, olive oil, grilled bread

      Lighter side / chilled

      Seasonal overnight oats

      $ $8
      Chai, greek yogurt, oats, milk, nuts, vanilla

      Smoked salmon bruschetta

      $ $19
      Whipped chive cream cheese, fried capers, dill, pickled shallots, everything bagel spice, lemon zest, pepperoncini

      A very berry parfait

      $ $10
      Pistachio, greek yogurt, granola, fresh berries, mint

      Handhelds

      Italian club

      $ $19
      Ciabatta, provolone, capicola, prosciutto, smoked turkey, arugula, sun-dried tomato, pesto aioli

      Monte cristo

      $ $19
      Country ham, smoked turkey, provolone, fontina, sour cherry jam, powdered sugar

      The ardent muffaletta

      $ $21
      Sourdough, fontina, fig spread, prosciutto, salami, arugula, chili oil

      Tuscan hamburger*

      $ $19
      Brioche, seasoned ground beef, fontina, bacon, arugula, grilled tomato, pesto aioli

      Tuscan chicken salad croissant

      $ $17
      Flaky croissant, wood-fired grilled chicken, sun-dried tomato, olives, roasted garlic, herbs, arugula, tuscan spice

      Classics

      Bistecca breakfast*

      $ $16
      Farm-fresh eggs, roasted fingerling hash, pecan bacon or local sausage, choice of toast

      Seasonal ricotta pancakes

      $ $16
      Seasonal fresh fruit, whipped ricotta, house-made syrup

      Pistachio-crusted brioche

      $ $17
      Sourdough, egg batter, pistachio cream, vanilla, white chocolate, lavender syrup

      Croissant sammy*

      $ $15
      Farm-fresh eggs, pecan bacon or ham, provolone, flaky croissant, arugula, pesto rosso

      Tuscan steak and eggs*

      $ $28
      4oz petite filet, tuscan spice, farm fresh eggs, roasted fingerling hash, pesto rosso, choice of bread

      Pollo e waffle

      $ $19
      Belgian waffle, buttermilk chicken, cornmeal, maple syrup, smoked peppercorns, calabrian chili oil; add an egg +2

      Omelet con prosciutto e formaggi

      $ $14
      Smoked forest ham, provolone, chives

      Lunchy items

      Heirloom tomato caprese

      $ $16
      Heirloom grape tomato, arugula, ciliengine mozzarella, balsamic glaze, basil, garlic, fresh black pepper, smoked sea salt

      Grilled melon and prosciutto

      $ $17
      Cantaloupe, honeydew, whipped lemon ricotta, basil, white balsamic glaze, candied walnuts

      Bistecca chopped salad

      $ $18
      Gem, cucumber, tomato, fontina, roasted red pepper, grilled artichoke, onion, olive, creamy italiano dressing; add chicken +8, salmon +12

      A la carte

      Cold cereal or granola

      $ $6
      Whole, skim, 2%; almond +2, macadamia +2, oat +2

      Fresh fruit

      $ $4

      Toast

      $ $3

      Croissant

      $ $4

      Bagel

      $ $4

      Hash

      $ $5

      Bombolini

      $ $5

      Bacon

      $ $5

      Local pork sausage

      $ $5

      Beverages

      Fresh fruit juices

      $ $3
      Orange, cranberry, grapefruit, apple, pineapple

      Espresso

      $ $4
      Make it a doppio +2

      Fresh-brewed coffee

      $ $3

      Latte or cappuccino

      $ $5

      Hot tea

      $ $3

      Iced tea

      $ $4

      Soda

      $ $4

      Soda water

      $ $4
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        Starters

        Charred octopus

        $ $24
        Fingerling potatoes, chorizo, oregano rouille

        Arancini

        $ $9
        Fresh mozzarella, romesco sauce, almonds, pecorino

        Mussels italiano

        $ $16
        Blistered tomato, spanish onion, garlic, herbs, white wine, crushed red pepper, grilled table bread

        Grilled artichoke hearts

        $ $16
        Lemon, garlic aioli, alici-mint pesto, tomato alici sauce

        Grilled melon & prosciutto

        $ $17
        Cantaloupe, honeydew, white balsamic glaze, whipped lemon ricotta basil, candied walnuts

        Burrata

        $ $19
        Braised sweet tomato, confit pearl onion, bistecca dust, herbs, garlic, grilled bread

        Fett’untaa olio e prezzemolo

        $ $8
        Grilled table bread, roasted garlic, parsley, calabrian chili oil

        Pastas

        Tagliatelle cacio e pepe

        $ $24
        Forest mushrooms, fresh ground black pepper, pecorino; gricia style +2

        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

        Carbonara

        $ $23
        Casarecce, guanciale, english peas, pecorino

        Shrimp fra diavlo

        $ $32
        Gulf shrimp, red pepper flakes, strozzapreti, pomodoro sauce, oregano, white wine

        Insalata & zuppa

        Zuppa toscana cup

        $ $6
        Spanish onion, kale, garlic, cream, herbs, white bean, sausage

        Zuppa toscana bowl

        $ $10
        Spanish onion, kale, garlic, cream, herbs, white bean, sausage

        Gem city caesar

        $ $15
        Gem, kale, garlic crostini, pecorino, watermelon radish, white anchovies

        Heirloom tomato caprese

        $ $16
        Heirloom grape tomato, fresh mozzarella, balsamic glaze, arugula, basil, black pepper, smoked sea salt

        Bistecca chopped salad

        $ $18
        Gem, radicchio, cucumber, tomato, roasted red pepper, grilled artichoke, red onion, fontina, olive, creamy italiano dressing

        Roasted beets

        $ $16
        Grilled ricotta salata, arugula, kale, pistachios, pickled grapes, lemon basil dressing

        Wood-fired grill

        10oz filet*

        $ $64

        32oz bistecca alla florentina

        $ $112
        Smoked sea salt

        8oz sirloin*

        $ $32

        8oz tournedo duo*

        $ $36

        8oz bavette*

        $ $29

        16oz ribeye

        $ $64

        18oz strip steak*

        $ $54

        Cab-shallot butter

        $ $3
        Add-on +3

        Ardent hotel butter

        $ $3
        Add-on +3

        Bistecca shrimp

        $ $12
        Add-on +12

        Ultimate wood-fired grilled steak sammy*

        $ $28
        Marinated bavette, cipollini onion confit, roasted tomato, garlic aioli, brioche bun, tuscan fries

        Mains

        Arista slow roasted pork

        $ $26
        Fresh herbs, balsamic cherry chutney, sweet potato & apple hash

        King salmon*

        $ $34
        English pea risotto, sumac-lime honey glaze, romesco sauce

        Grilled eggplant parmesan

        $ $23
        Pomodoro sauce, parmesan, fontina, fried basil, fresh ricotta

        Tuscan rack of lamb*

        $ $53
        Roasted garlic, herbs, dijon, fig & balsamic glaze, haricot verts

        Seasonal risotto

        $ $26
        Arborio, stock, veggies, pecorino cheese, butter

        Grilled swordfish puttanesca relish*

        $ $38
        Kalamata olives, heirloom grape tomato, anchovies, herbs, roasted garlic

        Osso bucco

        $ $42
        Herbs, white wine, stock, mirepoix veggies, leek gremolata

        Chicken milanaise

        $ $28
        Breaded cutlets, white wine crystal sauce, fried capers, lemon, parsley

        Sides

        Thyme roasted fingerlings

        $ $6

        Sweet potato & apple hash

        $ $9

        Haricot verts italiano style

        $ $7

        Seasonal risotto

        $ $8

        Grilled tomatoes

        $ $9

        Grilled asparagus

        $ $8

        Wood-fired mushrooms

        $ $9

        Tuscan fries

        $ $7
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          Starters

          Arancini

          $ $12
          Fresh mozzarella, romesco sauce, toasted almonds, pecorino

          Smoked salmon bruschetta

          $ $19
          Whipped chive cream cheese, fried capers, pickled shallots, dill, everything bagel spice, lemon zest, pepperoncini

          Burrata

          $ $19
          Braised sweet tomatoes, confit pearl onion, tuscan spice, grilled bread

          Insalada & zuppa

          Zuppa toscana bowl

          $ $10
          Onion, kale, white bean, sausage, cream, herbs

          Zuppa toscana cup

          $ $6
          Onion, kale, white bean, sausage, cream, herbs

          Heirloom tomato caprese

          $ $16
          Heirloom grape tomato, arugula, fresh mozzarella, balsamic glaze, basil, fresh black pepper, smoked sea salt

          Grilled melon & prosciutto

          $ $17
          Cantaloupe, honeydew, whipped lemon ricotta, basil, white balsamic glaze, candied walnuts

          Gem city caesar

          $ $15
          Gem, baby kale, garlic croutons, pecorino, white anchovies, watermelon radish

          Roasted beets

          $ $16
          Grilled ricotta salata, arugula, kale, pistachio, pickled grapes, lemon dill vinaigrette

          Bistecca chopped salad

          $ $18
          Gem, cucumber, tomato, roasted red pepper, grilled artichoke, onion, fontina, olive, creamy italiano dressing; add chicken +8, salmon +12, 4oz bavette +14

          Handhelds

          Italian club

          $ $19
          Ciabatta, provolone, capicola, prosciutto, smoked turkey, arugula, sun-dried tomato, pesto aioli

          Monte cristo

          $ $19
          Country ham, smoked turkey, aged provolone, fontina, sour cherry jam, powdered sugar

          The ardent muffaletta

          $ $21
          Sourdough, fontina, fig spread, prosciutto, salami, arugula, chili oil

          Grilled cheese sammie

          $ $14
          Sourdough, pesto genovese, provolone, fontina, cheddar, tomato

          Tuscan hamburger*

          $ $19
          Brioche, seasoned ground beef, fontina, bacon, arugula, grilled tomato, pesto aioli

          Tuscan chicken salad croissant

          $ $17
          Flaky croissant, wood-fired grilled chicken, sundried tomato, olives, roasted garlic, herbs, arugula, tuscan spice
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            Negroni

            FLYWHEEL NEGRONI

            $ 16
            tanqueray sevilla orange | bitter bianca
            lo-fi vermouth | scarborough bitters

            BRIDGETOWN NEGRONI

            $ 14
            coconut rum | campari | sweet vermouth

            GREEN NEGRONI

            $ 15
            aviation gin | Dolin Genepy
            trossi dry vermouth

            NEGRONI SOUR

            $ 16
            aviation gin | campari | sweet vermouth
            simple syrup | fresh lemon | egg white

            CC NEGRONI

            $ 15
            coconut infused aviation gin | coffee
            select apertivo | sweet vermouth

            Cocktails

            SMOKE SHOW

            $ 16
            mezcal | cointreau | fresh lime | cilantro
            bitters | serrano pepper | spiced rim

            ESPRESSO MARTINI

            $ 18
            coffee liqueur | fresh espresso | ketel one
            brown sugar simple syrup | cinnamon

            BLACK OLD FASHIONED

            $ 17
            woodford reserve | amaro montenegro
            honey | lemon bitters

            BELLINI MARTINI

            $ 16
            tito's vodka | basil eau de vie | peach
            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

            (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

            ELDERFLOWER SPRITZ

            $ 15
            st. germain | fresh lemon | prosecco
            club soda | mint

            CHAMBORD SPRITZ

            $ 15
            chambord | pinot grigio | club soda
            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
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            What Customers Say About Us

            "Love the bar here. Great drinks and great atmosphere."

            Lindsay Wiseman

            "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

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              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 Excogitationat At Hotel Ardent In Dayton OH

              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 At Hotel Ardent In Dayton OH

              Seasonal Risotto

              Diners can look forward to fresh handmade pasta dishes like Tagliatelle Cacio E Pepe and a seasonal risotto

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                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.

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                Does Hotel Ardent Dayton have a restaurant?
                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?

                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.