Welcome to 1st Avenue Pizza, Books, and Treats, where every visit promises a unique blend of culinary delight and literary adventure! Founded in 2019, we’ve proudly served the Dayton, Tennessee, community with our deep-rooted love for food and literature.
At 1st Avenue, we believe in creating experiences, not just meals. Imagine entering our warm and inviting space, where the comforting scent of freshly baked pizzas wafts from our brick oven, enticing you to explore our diverse and delicious menu. But it’s not just about the food. Our mission is to foster a love for reading, delight your sweet tooth, and provide a sensory journey that will leave you eager to return.
Step into the enchanting world of 1st Avenue Pizza, Books, and Treats, where we invite you to embark on a culinary and literary adventure like no other. Our establishment is a haven for pizza fans, book lovers, and dessert enthusiasts, offering diverse delights to tantalize your senses.
Our renowned homemade pizzas exemplify our commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Each pizza is lovingly crafted with the freshest ingredients and perfectly cooked in our brick oven. Whether you prefer a traditional Margherita or our specialty combinations, every bite will be a delight. Some popular choices include:
Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on a thin, crispy crust
Classic pepperoni with gooey mozzarella.
A colorful mix of bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives.
Loaded with pepperoni, sausage, ham, and bacon.
Savory barbecue sauce, grilled chicken, and red onions.
Ham, pineapple, and mozzarella cheese
Our inventive creations: Buffalo Chicken, White Garlic, or Spinach Alfredo.
At 1st Avenue, we’re passionate about nurturing a love for literature in readers of all ages. Our bookstore boasts a curated selection of titles spanning many genres, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, children’s books, and more, with a particular emphasis on children’s books and accompanying stuffed animals to ignite the imagination of young readers.
Lose yourself in the pages of a captivating novel, discover new worlds through the lens of poetry, or share the joy of storytelling with your little ones as you explore our shelves brimming with literary treasures. We also take pride in offering some of the finest stuffed animals to complement your visit. Nestled among the pages of our captivating books and the aroma of freshly baked pizza, you’ll discover a treasure trove of cuddly companions waiting to be adopted into loving homes.
So whether you’re seeking a cozy spot to enjoy a delicious meal, immerse yourself in a good book, or simply indulge in a sweet treat, 1st Avenue Pizza, Books, and Treats invites you to join us for an experience that celebrates the magic of food, literature, and community. We’re more than just a place to eat and read; we’re a gathering place for friends, families, and book clubs. We host regular events, including book readings, pizza-making classes, and gelato-tasting sessions designed to unite our community in a shared love of culinary delights and literary treasures.
And let’s not forget our indulgent treat corner, where temptation awaits at every turn. Indulge your sweet tooth with a decadent array of donuts, flaky scones, and our world-famous Mama G’s homemade gelato, lovingly handcrafted to perfection and featuring mouthwatering flavors of:
We use only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients in all our dishes.
Our inviting space is perfect for relaxing with a book or enjoying a meal with loved ones.
We love our Dayton community and are proud to be a local favorite.
From savory pizzas to sweet treats and captivating books, there's something for everyone.
Our staff is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for every guest.
Kimberly Ballew2024-07-05Always try to make it in during our visits to my parents in Tennessee. Our kids love it, three out of four in our fam need gluten friendly options, so this is an excellent place to eat. We always go home with new books in our kiddos hands!Laurie Penrod2024-06-01Pizza and a bookstore--I love both! I have enjoyed every pizza I have tried.Ryan Miller2024-05-13Simply one of the best pie’s I have had. Crust is very crispy, dough is fresh, and ingredients too. Service was excellent and the environment is just perfect. If you want some of the best pizza you will find it here. Sorry for no photos, pizza didn’t last long.Janet Hiefnar2024-04-23Must try if u like pizza. I love that you can pick an chose toppings or sauce . Salads are great also . Relaxing calm atmosphere. If you like to read books or novels this place is for u lots of wonderful books to purchase also.Jessica Johanneson2024-02-06Drove from Charleston,TN after seeing reviews and pics from this adorable place 😁 the staff was very friendly and the place was different from the typical pizza place for sure. Everything was pretty clean I was worried about dust from all the items they have for sale however they seem to keep up on that. The fish tank kind of threw me off, maybe change what kind of fish are in the tank to a type of fish that can't possibly have several inches of fesces hanging off of them. My daughter pointed it out immediately and it sort of threw me off for dinner. We ordered 2 pizzas, one pepperoni and one half chz/half sausage. We got a cheese pizza and a half sausage/half cheese pizza. The staff said that we had made a change to our order before we paid and they had forgotten to rewrite on the paper they wrote the orders on so they took the cheese back immediately and added pepperoni on top which was fine but not completely the same. The staff was overly friendly trying to fix it and it only took a few minutes. The garlic knots were delicious 😎 I wish I had just gotten them. I could possibly be somewhat of a pizza snob but I found the pizza to be just ok, the sauce was somewhat bland and lacked more seasoning. It was just ok, not bad but nothing to drive back there for. Overall it is a fun place and I'm glad we went to try it 😊 also the ice cream! Possibly the best part ♥️Jason Ward2024-01-03I went for the books. There is a variety of books, and a wonderful atmosphere.