I'm not from the area, but I was in town staying with friends for the weekend and I needed a place…read moreto get some work done before I linked up with them. I did a quick search on Yelp and found Asterisks just a couple minutes up the street, so I decided to pay them a visit. I didn't do too much research before heading there so I was surprised to find them in a cute little shopping center. By the stroke of luck I was able to get a parking spot directly in front. Had that not happened, I may have gotten so frustrated trying to find parking that I would have given up. Just being honest as someone that doesn't know the area at all. Anyhoo, I was greeted immediately by their friendly staff who were happy to give me recommendations on what to order. I landed on their mole latte with oat milk, their house salad with lemon poppy seed dressing, and a ginger muffin. I drank every sip and ate every single bite. The latte was the perfect blend of chocolate and spice. The salad I would order again and again and again. Lastly, the muffin was moist with a fabulous amount of ginger flavor. The space itself was great, with a nice variety of seating options, strong wifi, local art on the walls, and a good bit of natural light. And again, the staff were fabulous. I would definitely return.

Another great local find! The wife had a Mole mocha and a savory scone, and I had an oolong tea,…read morefreshly brewed, and blueberry granola. Extremely fast and efficient, and very friendly staff, excellent barista, and a nice mix of small table seating in a bar. Some of the music was a little loud, but not too bad. Check it out!

Yada yada was already a great coffee shop in a small space, they relocated into a larger space next…read moredoor and it was the best thing they could have done. Now the space fits the level of coffee they provide. They also have a variety of baked goods, coffee, matcha, and an inviting space to enjoy it. The service was quick as well and pricing was pretty on par with other local shops. I'll definitely stop in again

This is a really cool spot. Much larger than a lot of coffee shops, plenty of couches to lounge,…read moreand comfy chairs. Plus there are plenty of outlets on the large table in the middle of the coffee shop to fret not if you need to work on your laptop and it needs to be plugged in. The coffee itself was slightly disappointing. I got a regular latte and it tasted super watered down especially if I pay $7 for it. I'm going to chalk it up to some of the proportions being off as it was made. Will return for the ambiance, not sure for the coffee so much.

I've been here a couple of times and honestly have never been blown away. The quality of the…read morecoffee is good, don't get me wrong, and they make their own almond milk which I appreciate. Inside is small so I have never stayed, always opting to get my drinks to go. Today the barista was very standoffish...perhaps she was just having a bad day but it left me with a not so great impression. The drinks are also a bit pricey and they charge a 3% convenience fee for card payments. Not a bad spot, but not my personal favorite.

I tend to be a milk w/ a side of coffee (latte) person but even the coffee, solo, here is fabulous!…read moreAnd yes, that makes the lattes supreme...

What a truly beautiful cup of coffee. If I lived less than…read morethree hours away, this would be my daily ritual. The coffee is exceptional, the atmosphere cozy and inviting, and the kind of place that lingers in your memory Highly recommend.

This coffee shop, not only has a nice coffee selection with an easy to read menu, but has one of…read morethe largest non-caffeine offerings I've seen so far! So many unique teas to choose from. Also these were some of the nicest employees I've come across in a long time. Definitely noteworthy. My drink was very good, and I grabbed a pastry that I couldn't resist. It was a rhubarb danish, and it was so so good! I was pleasantly surprised that it was as tasty as it looked. They also had a table with lots of fliers for current events & community engagement things happening around Akron. The shop itself has plenty of seating, and even tables outside. If you're on the towpath, it's a nice place to stop in after a walk/run. Overall rating: 4.7/5 stars

Love this place. We've lived in Akron for a little over a year and I don't know how we haven't been…read morehere yet. We had cold brew and an iced caramel latte. Both were awesome. We also had avocado toast with an egg - great too! The inside is an old yet modern vibe. It's cozy and welcoming. Service was great - the barista was welcoming and helpful with the menu. We'll be back.

I had never been to the Porchlight before. Upon entering, I was not greeted, and stood trying to…read morefigure out how to order. No one acknowledged me. After ordering my food, part of it was brought to me by a young lady. I thanked her. She just stared at me saying nothing. When she brought the second part of my food, I thanked her again. Once again she stared at me, almost glaring saying nothing in response. I order the egg soufflé sandwich on sourdough. Though well plated, the sandwich was quite dry. The atmosphere is the cafe is the only reason I gave 2 stars. It is beautifully decorated and clean. However, the poor service left such a bad taste in my mouth that I will not be returning.

Rounding up my stars. I've been here twice now and wasn't…read moreimpressed either time. Most recently I went to get their seasonal cold brew as a mid-run treat. But their cold brew is sour?? Not great, the salted caramel pumpkin cold foam was good though. They also don't have many bakery options. The service was nice, and I do like how comfortable the interior is. They have a water station, which I really like. Overall, I probably won't be back again soon, but it was okay! Overall rating: 3.5/5 stars

I absolutely enjoy Crimson Cup much more than theass chain on the other side of the Circle. Their…read moreservice is always friendly, quick and the prices are pretty decent. The inside space is cozy and well laid out.

Sweet Mary's Bakery being in downtown Akron is kind of like if they opened an official Nintendo…read morestore in Amish Country. You people don't know what you have. The line would be out the door all day that they're open if so. These sweet treats are properly salted. The recipes are reliably followed. The aesthetics are consistent. The Thai tea is not a ghastly shade of Cheeto orange. On top of all that, the messaging left through sugar cookie icing/social media usage is actually punk rock. What's not to love?

I stopped at Sweet Mary's Bakery for the first time and had a great experience…read more It's a little shop with baked goods and coffee. Seating is limited because it is a small location but they had a few seats in the front window. The staff was friendly and answered all my questions about the Gluten free options and coffee. They have a separate display case for gluten free treats and also had some in the cold box.

Artisan used to be one of the best coffee shops in the region, but the quality of food and service…read morehas drastically declined in the last year. The interior vibes are the same; open, spacious, and clean. However, the food and most importantly, the staff, no longer maintain the quality that made me a regular in the first place. Artisan used to have amazing coffee and excellent food, but the coffee is no longer very good. I think this is due to the staff. The food has significantly declined in quality. The hollandaise on their breakfast sandwich is now a broken, greasy mess. The "sourdough" is generic white bread. What's even worse than the food is the staff. In the last two years, the staff has degenerated to an incompetent , bedraggled mess. The staff has never had to wear a uniform, but perhaps it's time for them to institute one. In my last several visits, I've seen grossly oversized clothes that have the staff looking like they just rolled out of bed. Hair is unkempt, not brushed, loose, and hanging down past their shoulders. A recipe for getting hair in my food. Furthermore, the staff is no longer smiling or friendly and can't answer basic questions about the menu. They seem confused about where they are and the service they provide. On top of all this, they maintain their strict breakfast timeframe. Why they have decided to stick to antiquated time limits for the food that is always available in their kitchen is beyond me. The barest minimum of market research would show how popular breakfast sandwiches are all day. What once was a vibrant, friendly coffee shop with great food, good coffee, and pleasant employees now feels like a dressed up McDonalds.

This was my first time stopping into Artisan Coffee as it is a bit of a dive for me, so I was happy…read moreto finally be in the area to give it a go! This place is a charmer for sure and has a vibe to it that is cozy. The space itself is larger than what I was expecting and it was nice that they offered additional parking across the street as their lot is small and gets full very quickly. The space also has a stage and lots of windows for natural light which I loved. The baristas were all very friendly and knowledgeable about the different drinks and what they offered, which was really nice. Unfortunately, I did not try any food, but their menu offers a wide range of breakfast and lunch options including sandwiches, soups, bakery and more. I reached for the cold brew and a friend got a lavander matcha lattee. The drinks were good, nothing out of this world but I was glad they offered additional cream, sugar, etc out in the open in case people decided they wanted to add anything to their drinks. They offer a wide range of drinks including some really interesting specialty drinks which all sound fun to try. Overall, Artisan Coffee is a cute, charming coffee shop that offers a wide variety of food and drink and I am sure you will find something you enjoy at this cafe. If I am ever in the area again, I would definitely consider coming back here to sit down rather than to-go.