Baxter&#x27;s Bar

Off the beaten path. But well worth the trip. Outstanding beer selection, food is really good - had…read morethe Burger (best I have had). Need to try it!

Wow! Everything was killer. Great food, great beer and great service. Killer vibes and the kitchen…read morekilled it.

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Kids fried chicken skewers

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Had to take the Swineheart Stout to go

Alexander Pierce Restaurant

4.5(137 reviews)

1.4 mi

Had out of town guests visit me in AKRON. We planned to go out for a nice dinner. So, after asking…read morethem what they were in the mood for, there was only ONE CHOICE on my favorites list that hit all the "hungrys". Off to ALEXANDER PIERCE. When we arrived at the well lit parking lot, we entered and were greeted supurbly by manager and host and seated. We had BRITANY as our server / bartender. From start to stop she was spot on. Never rushed us, explained all their evening features from appetizers, dinners and desserts. The menu covers all that you can possibly desire. Angus steaks, fresh and overly portioned seafood, to delicious pastas. We all ordered a wide variety of meals. The SURF, SURF AND SURF was amazing . So were the SHORT RIBS. I had the twin bone PORK CHOP. Huge, flavorful and never disappoints. Almost forgot, the smokey bourbon old fashions, created right at the table. We got the tour after dinner by Jess, the manager. She shiowed us all the attributes to this Akron gem. The Barrell dining room, the Vault, Screen Suites, the Coat Room lounge and adjoining Parlor room. Then even the new Culinary room where they have classes on how to cook various dishes at scheduled times taught by a Chef. If you are any where near Akron, this is a must try. If you live in Akron, this should become your weekly treat. Akron has many choices in fine restaurants, but there is only one ALEXANDER PIERCE !

5/5 Stars - Exceptional Food & Hospitality for Our 45th Anniversary…read moreWhat a wonderful, slightly hidden place!! Lovely ambiance! We couldn't have picked a better place to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary! The entire staff went out of their way to make us feel special, greeting us with anniversary wishes, and our table was adorned with rose petals. Our waiter, Jake, provided exceptional, attentive service all evening. He recommended the calamari misto to start, which was amazingly tender. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his lobster bisque and the flavorful George's Bank sea scallops. My warm bacon spinach salad and lobster pasta were equally stellar. I truly enjoyed the homemade noodles, rich lobster, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes blended together beautifully. (I was busy eating and forgot to take photos!!) Coupled with great wine and a complimentary champagne toast for our anniversary, it was a memorable evening from start to finish (plus a delicious slice of cheesecake to enjoy at home!). Highly recommended, especially for special occasions!

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Diamond Grille

3.7(192 reviews)

0.5 mi

•$$$

This place has been a staple in Akron for decades, so my husband and I dined there last night to…read morecelebrate our anniversary. We won't be going back. Don't get me wrong: the food is fine (in the most mediocre sense). Full disclosure: We don't eat red meat, so I can't comment on their steaks, which is what the place is known for. This is a classic case of tradition masquerading as fine dining. There's no subtly or nuance to the cuisine. The oysters Rockefeller was overly sauced, and the salad was overdressed. My salmon was a bit overcooked, but the baked potato was very good. The dessert, a brownie with ice cream, ate like a Little Debbie squirted with Hershey chocolate sauce. I will say that our server was wonderful and was working very hard. The ambiance, however, was sad. We were seated in the bar area on very uncomfortable wooden benches. Honestly, it felt like a Cracker Barrel. At the bar was an obnoxiously loud man dropping F-bombs and saying homophobic things. He pretty much ruined any enjoyment we had a hope of having. Finally, Diamond Grille doesn't accept credit cards, which we knew, but again, our enjoyment was dampened by having to keep track of how much everything cost so we didn't spend more than the cash we had gotten out of the ATM on our way. The hostess told us they were planting their feet and never taking cards, and I just don't understand why, in the 21st century, a business would alienate customers like this. All in all, this place is resting on its past reputation, and in my opinion, it's unearned.

Had a wonderful evening dining at the Diamond Grille!…read more The ambience was lively, and the service was exceptional. Started out at the bar and ordered a Manhattan. It was ice cold and perfectly crafted. We were then sat at a booth where we enjoyed our meal. Two people in the group ordered steaks that were prepared exactly as ordered. I had the salmon grilled, and it was delicious! We also had wines by the glass and another perfectly crafted cocktail (French 75). I recommend this restaurant and can't wait to come back! * don't forget to bring cash-- it's the only form of payment that is accepted!

Complementary Sundae

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Perfect Pour

4.6(18 reviews)

0.3 mi

We had a great time at the Perfect Pour. The beer list is lengthy and they have specials on some…read morebeers. I ordered the above burger and loved it. It looks like about a 6 oz burger with Cajun seasoning and fries. The service was very good and ambience average. Everyone in the bar was easy to talk to and the atmosphere laid back. Check it out.

Service at the bar was top-notch, great selection and knowledgeable bartender…read more Neat and clean inside.

Poppers with fresh cut peppers, wrapped in freshly cooked bacon

Lamb burger byo

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Amazing Bourbon selection!

The Lockview

4.0(432 reviews)

0.0 mi

I was long overdue for a girl's night out so I met a good friend here after work one night this…read moreweek. She picked it because she was going to be in the area. I've never been here before but I know it's a fairly popular place so I was quick to agree to the location. We originally sat at the bar but the stools were so incredibly uncomfortable, so we moved to a booth. While our server was nice, it did take her quite a while to come take our drink order. I got a "lavendar breeze" for my first drink and it was delicious. The menu is small, with the focus being on grilled cheese sandwiches. I'm not a huge grilled cheese lover, so I ordered a wedge salad (with house white French dressing) and the sauerkraut balls from the appetizer menu. The salad was on par with what you'd expect, the dressing was tasty. The sauerkraut balls, though, kind of threw me. First, it's a HUGE serving. There was around 30-40 sauerkraut balls in the basket; way more than I ever imagined would be in an order. I was expecting four or five golf ball sized balls. Maybe I've been spoiled by having some fantastic sauerkraut balls, but these were subpar, at best. They didn't have a lot of flavor and the cocktail sauce they served with them was an odd choice. While I still enjoyed time catching up with a friend and the drinks were well done, I doubt I'll come back for food. The menu just wasn't appealing to me and what I did have wasnt good enough to lure me back anytime soon.

Stopped in with some friends for a quick dinner before the Wine and Chocolate event. Get there…read moreearly as the place fills up. We got a table and shard the cheesesteak platter. Very good, maybe a tad dry. A good Aioli was needed. A couple of beers and that was that. Good service. I will return for a slower paced night out.

Rooftop Bar

Pop Tarts!

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Ido Bar & Grill

4.0(150 reviews)

2.4 mi

Have you ever had a meal that you're STILL thinking about days later?…read more Yeah. This was that meal for me. I've lived in the Akron area my entire life and have known about Ido Bar & Grill for more than 20 years. And somehow, in all that time, I had never been inside. Not once. It just never really caught my attention. Then Lobster Fest happened. My boyfriend started seeing their ads all over Facebook and got curious. He asked in a few Facebook groups and on his personal page if it was actually worth trying, and the response was pretty much unanimous: GO. So we grabbed another couple of friends, made a reservation, and finally walked through the doors. First impressions? I was genuinely surprised by how large the restaurant is inside. It's beautifully decorated, comfortable, and has a completely different feel than I had pictured after driving past it all these years. I started with the Summertini, which was delicious, but honestly...the drinks were just the opening act. THE FOOD. I've only ever had lobster once before--a tiny bite that I remember being surprisingly good. I'd never had enough to actually order a full lobster dish, so I decided Lobster Fest was the perfect excuse to change that. My meal came with a side salad and I'm a huge fan of White French dressing so I was very happy to hear that was their house dressing. The salad was a nice blend of greens with fresh shaved cheddar and delicious house made croutons! The salad was a great start to my meal!!! For my entree, I went with the Lobster & Steak Fettuccine, and I am so glad I did. The portion was HUGE, and the Alfredo was exactly what I want Alfredo to be: rich, creamy, cheesy and loaded with garlic. And there was PLENTY of it. No sad, dry pasta happening here. The steak was seasoned perfectly and cooked just right, and there was a generous amount of lobster throughout the dish. Every bite was better than the last. And apparently, I wasn't the only one at the table making good decisions. The Lobster Bisque was absolutely packed with lobster. The Lobster Stuffed Mushrooms were delicious, and my boyfriend ordered the lobster tail and was completely obsessed with it. Basically, there wasn't a bad decision made at our table. The funniest part of the whole experience is realizing that I've apparently been sleeping on a fantastic Akron restaurant for TWENTY YEARS. ‍ I'm honestly a little annoyed with myself. But I intend to make up for lost time. We'll absolutely be back--not just for another featured menu (a lot of people suggested their Mardi Gras menu), but to work our way through the regular menu, too. After one visit, I already have a list of things I want to try. So, Ido Bar & Grill...you've officially gone from "that restaurant I've driven past for 20 years" to "why the hell didn't I come here sooner?" Apparently, sometimes it takes a Facebook ad and a little peer pressure to discover what's been right under your nose the whole time. If you've been considering trying it, take this as your sign.

This was our first time ever dining here. We heard about it via Facebook and since I love lobster…read moreand they were having lobster fest, we had to check it out. From the outside, it looks like a typical bar and grill. Inside, is very nicely decorated and the staff was very friendly and attentive. We started with drinks- orange margaritas and they were tasty and boozy. Next, I ordered the lobster bisque. Let me tell you, as advertised, it came with lobster meat! I ate an entire bowel! The bisque was creamy just like I wanted it. Next, the lobster stuffed mushrooms which were DELICIOUS! Plenty of cheese, garlic and butter and...yes...LOBSTER! Lastly, I had the lobster and steak Alfredo and it was Amazing! Very creamy and cheesy. It came with spinach in it and the steak was tender. The lobster was cooked perfectly too! I couldn't eat it all because it was a big portion but I ate it the next day and it tasted even better reheated! If you are in the area, stop in there. You will be happy you did.

Fish tacos

Pork Crunch with mashed potatoes and green beans

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Pork crunch sandwich- worth getting due to rarely seen elsewhere.

Crave

3.9(467 reviews)

0.1 mi

Crave gets a lot right. The staff is warm and attentive, the kind that actually makes you feel…read moretaken care of, and the food delivers across the board. This is a solid downtown Akron spot. One minor gripe: the mac and cheese is a little one-note. It's not bad, it just doesn't surprise you. A little more depth -- sharper cheese, a hit of something acidic or smoky -- and it would be a standout instead of an afterthought.

Had a big birthday dinner here for a friend - there were about 14 of us, and everything was…read moreperfect. Our service was amazing and the drinks and food came quickly - we didn't need anything ever (which is a remarkable feat for a table of that size!). Seriously kudos to the wait staff - best service I've had in years. Food is always great at Crave as well. We started with salads and the steak skewers which are jam packed with spice and flavor. My husband loved his smoked Gouda Mac and cheese with crispy chicken on top. He tried so hard to save some for leftovers but ended up not being able to. I had the salmon which was perfect medium and had a really good Asian sauce with it accompanied by rice and veggies which were also cooked to perfection. We were lucky to have a back room so we had a little more privacy which was nice but the restaurant was packed for a Saturday night so I'd recommend a reservation for sure. Another thing that was nice - $7 valet parking. Super convenient and cheap!

Inside

Pierogies

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The Lake House Kitchen & Bar

3.9(141 reviews)

12.4 mi

My husband made reservations and took me here for our anniversary back in April. It was lovely!…read more The view of the lake was very beautiful and the food was great! Everything we ordered came out hot and tasty. The desserts were well made. I wouldn't wear heels again since their parking lot is gravel, but all was wonderful.

Skip. Our waiter was the bartender. As a former bartender it's hard to be both. He had no time. We…read morewaited 10 minutes to place w drink order. On next round we realized to place everything at once as he was getting 2 tables (that came in before us) just us at once Food was mediocre at best. I got the grouper. Asparagus was bitter and not cooked, fish cooked medium and got cold quickly. I ordered a bottle of wine for the table. Most acidic Riesling is ever. When I asked to Dora it home they did not offer a seal or bag. Overall for $70 a waste of money

Bar overlooking the lake

Santa Fe Chicken salad sandwich

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Lake view

Nephew's

3.9(16 reviews)

2.8 mi

The menu online looked great. Stopped by today to 2/12/25 for an early lunch and this place was…read moreclosed. Disappointed as the menu looked intriguing. The website is down and no one answers the phone.

I try not to say nothing bad about restaurants but if they're still open that means ppl really…read moredesperate I gave this place five times I usually one and done!!! I'm going back to my old rules!!!

Nephew Burger

Kitchen

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Merchant Tavern

3.8(256 reviews)

4.2 mi

Overall the food was tasty, only complaint was the wait times. We waited longer than they said for…read morea table, only for it to still not be ready so we ended up sitting at the bar. With 4 bartenders working the bar section we still waited a very very long time to even place our order. Once the food came, it was delish and the best ranch! Would've liked our experience better without the wait.

Let me start with the good. The food was delicious, fries were crispy, pretzel was soft, and…read moreeverything had good flavor. Now... the service was terrible. Our server came out with waters right away but that was about the only good. Took 10 mins to have her come back to our table so we could order apps and then another 15 to get food put in. We came around 5:30 and wanted to get things on the happy hour menu. Unsure if she wasn't checking in to delay that or not but it was frustrating. Food took 30+ mins to come out and in that time our server never came to refill drinks or anything. We finally got all our food at 6:30 and then got drinks refilled, frustrating when you can't even find your server for the majority of your time. Music wasn't too loud, the place was about half full and many tvs. We have had better service so I guess it's just hit or miss.

View of Towpath still from our table

Salad with grilled chicken.

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"Hurricane" off the special Mardi Gras menu

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Joe R.

13 years ago

AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! Not sure what alot of folks are talking about in some of these reviews. One man claims to have paid 9.00 for a shot, i was only charged 4 or 5 bucks for a crown and coke so I think he must be mistaken. Mead for 9.00, not a bad price at all (good luck finding a mean anywhere else on tap!) I didnt get to try it on this excursion (my first) but ill have to add it to the wish list for next time. I went down on the 3rd of July and this bar was slammed! I was seated outside on the patio and was had wonderful service and really liked the tacos and the shrimp dip. i would rate the food 5/5 and beer selection 6/5! Prices were more than reasonable. I got a bucket of beers (5) for 20 bucks that i was able to select from a huge 2 page beer menu! All in all this place just might be my new favorite spot! read more

Sandra F.

13 years ago

Service 10/10 (Frank is usually our server, had Abbie last time) Food - NA - didnt really eat (Had signature Baxters Nuts, loved them!) Parking 8/10 Music 10/10 (live bands 4 nights a week I guess) Beer Selection 10/10 Wine Selection 9/10 (Amazing selction for not being a wine bar) Im no stranger to this bar and I would reccomend it to absolutly anybody! I bring the kids down and they have a blast while the hubby and I are able to relax and enjoy that upscale atmosphere without the upscale price. Go check it out for yourself, my money says your review wont be far off from mine. Cheers! read more

Marcela E.

13 years ago

Love this bar!!!!!! Beer selection is crazy - over 230 different bottles and 20 something drafts. Great liquor and wine selection too!!! Definitely some of the best food downtown, despite the rumors of many kitchen management changes they are still doing well. Staff is super friendly, except the new day time bartender who is not very pleasant, but otherwise very educated considering how many different beer selections there are. Definitely worth a try!!! read more

Angie L.

13 years ago

Terrible service. Waited forever for the server to come by the first time. Had to beg for napkins and the food was pretty sub par. Had the worst dirty martini of my life. Maybe earlier in the night would be better, but I feel no need to ever go back. So many other places to choose from in the area. read more

Pat F.

12 years ago

Love this place. Great assortment of beer. Incredible beer Bison Chili. Great service. Classy decor. My favorite Akron Bar

Jamie L.

12 years ago

Fun atmosphere, good beer... Never impressed with their food. I would eat some where else and come here for drinks only.

Rob T.

12 years ago

Great food with an enormous beer selection. Love the live music. Can't wait to drink on the their patio this summer

A N.

12 years ago

Can't wait to go back. Great beer, street side outdoor seating, generous portions of great menu options read more

Ashton S.

12 years ago

All good. Nice and quick for lunch. Wedge salad is very good.

Ed H.

155

13 years ago

The beef tacos are the best!

Dustin J.

13 years ago

Fast service so far

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We love our regular server and Drew the bartender. Whatever is happening tonight, we can't get a…read moremenu, we can't get anything except rudely ignored. Luckily Drew at the bar took care of us because table service wasn't happening. We play trivia every week and love to order a bunch of food. We kindly asked the woman server for a menu a few times. We watched everyone else get menus and service. We watched her sing happy birthday and enjoy the birthday party, we played 2 hours of trivia, we watched the woman server get down and boogie, but we are not getting table service when every table is. It's so strange because usually the service is top notch. It's a bummer because none of us had dinner and now we have to go somewhere else. :( I read the past reviews and apparently if they don't recognize you here, they won't serve you at the tables. That explains why the woman wouldn't bring us menus and completely ignored us. She doesn't know who we are because we usually have a younger, male server. Btw 2 more months for the pizza oven. They had a fire a couple months ago and they're still getting back to normal. Ambiance = loud af. You can't hear the person next to you. You can't even hear the trivia DJ and he has a sound system. You can't even understand the trivia DJ because he shoves the microphone so far into his mouth, his words are muffled. By the time you read the screen (since you can't understand him), the timer runs out. 5 stars for Drew 5 stars for the young dude server we usually have 0 stars for the woman serving on Tuesday 1 star for the trivia guy's enunciation 5 stars for location and being a fun place We decided that we are not coming back for trivia. Maybe we will for some drinks with friends. However, we do order several rounds of food and drinks for trivia. It's honestly pathetic and bad business that we were ignored like that. We may miss a week occasionally because life, but whatever. Rude. It's going to break Hollywood's heart that we have to go somewhere else for his belated birthday dinner. He loves this place.

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