Citilites Restaurant & Bar, located in the Wintergarden of the Schuster Center, offers an inviting place to eat lunch or dine before a show. Citilites offers dining in a relaxed, casual atmosphere, among the palm trees in the Schuster Center Wintergarden. Citilites continues to emphasize the high quality and unique offerings that have been its hallmark since opening in 2003.

Enjoy downtown Dayton’s best business lunch
If you haven’t visited Citilites in a while, now is the time! Our fall lunch menu is full of new tastes and familiar favorites. Come in for the “Citilites Classic”, our crowd-pleasing tomato bisque and grilled triple cheese combo, or try something new. The lunch menu continues that tradition with crisp salads, freshly made soups, a variety of sandwiches, wraps and paninis, and daily specials that are always changing. We also have a tempting assortment of desserts – from classic New York cheesecake to decadent chocolate peanut butter pie to refreshing lemon sorbet, we have something for everyone!

Whether you’re entertaining clients, enjoying a leisurely lunch with friends or just need a bite “to go”, Citilites is the perfect choice! You’ll enjoy great food, top-notch table service and a beautiful setting.

Lunch Hours: Citilites is open for lunch Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Download the NEW spring lunch menu

Now you can choose between three delicious entrees and three refreshing salads – at three different prices.  Piping hot rolls and a non-alcoholic beverage are included in your price. But the best part is the service. Our award-winning staff will greet you, seat you, take your order and serve you with personalized and professional courtesy.

Dinner Hours: Citilites is open for dinner on Schuster Center performance nights, beginning two hours prior to curtain time.
Download the April dinner menu
Download the May dinner menu

What if I don’t want a big meal?  Ask for our Bar Bites menu and choose from an array of lighter appetizers or perhaps a scrumptious dessert. These items are charged a la carte.

What if I want a glass of wine with my dinner? Or a cocktail?  Citilites keeps an extensive wine selection and a complete bar. Your alcoholic beverage will be charged to your bill separately.
Download the drinks & appetizers menu

Can I make reservations? Of course. Simply call 937-222-0623. If you are a series subscriber, we’re happy to make your reservations for all your series performances if you prefer. Let us make it a truly special evening for you every time you come to the theatre.

Citilites does close for some private events at the Schuster Center. Menu downloads are in PDF format and are subject to change. Please call 937-222-0623 for more information.