Local Cantina Water Street Closure

We Announce the Closure of Local Cantina Dayton in the Water Street District

We must take a moment to reflect on the cherished memories we have created in Dayton. 

- Press Release -

[Dayton, 03/28/25] – After years of commitment to providing exceptional Mexican-inspired cuisine, Local Cantina Water Street, a beloved Tex-Mex restaurant that has offered the community a vibrant dining experience and authentic flavors, will close its doors in Downtown Dayton. As we close this chapter, we express our gratitude for the time spent at our Dayton location, the memories created, and the friendships formed along the way.

“It’s bittersweet to say goodbye to our Dayton location,” said George Tanchevski, founder of Local Cantina. “The Dayton community has shown us immense support throughout the years, and we are sincerely thankful for the relationships and memories that we have built here.”

The final day of service at Local Cantina Water Street was March 24, 2025. 

New ownership will be assuming control of the property; however, further details regarding this transition are not yet available for announcement.

About Orange Umbrella Restaurant Group 

Founded in October 2012 in Columbus, Ohio, Orange Umbrella Restaurants began with Local Cantina. Owner George Tanchevski envisioned a dining establishment featuring scratch-made food and sauces centered on Tex-Mex cuisine. This late-night dining spot, characterized by a taco-centric menu and a lively atmosphere, set the stage for the first Local Cantina. His commitment to providing quality food, beverages, and genuine hospitality has led to the success of the concept. In just ten years, Local Cantina has expanded to over ten locations across Ohio and Florida. During this period, Local Cantina has evolved into other concepts, forming the restaurant group known as Orange Umbrella Restaurants, or OUR Group.

OUR Group has proudly broadened its scope beyond Local Cantina, establishing a range of boutique concept brands. Each brand shares a commitment to fresh, scratch-made food and genuine hospitality, with unique culinary influences including Modern American, Italian, Pan-Asian, and Sushi. Additionally, OUR Group operates a disco nightclub and a dive bar. Each location within OUR Group aims to uphold a higher standard of food, drink, and service while fostering growth within the organization and the community.  

Contact Information 

For more information or press inquiries, please contact: 
Email: Contact@LocalCantina.com
Website: orangeumbrellarestaurants.com