I love the atmosphere, menu, vibe. I visited with my best friend & we're both in the same industry…read more It's hard to go out & be the patrons. I loved it. I'm planning a second date here on Saturday. I love getting ideas & enjoying myself. Thank you!

After visiting Kent State University we needed a place to relax and have a snack. We found "The…read moreRiver Merchant" 5 minutes from campus on the Cuyahoga River. It is easy to find, easy to park, spacious with plenty of seating and an outdoor deck overlooking the river. We were seated promptly and greeted by a very nice young lady by the name of Lorelei (quite a wonderful name). She was effective, efficient, pleasant, and made our experience that much better. At the entrance was a surprisingly well stocked wine cellar with some very good names. I was looking forward to a nice glass of wine for lunch. Unfortunately, the table selection only included a very few obscure names by the glass, so that option was out. The menu included all the standard burgers, flatbreads, and odds and ends one would expect. The food was good and we had a nice lunch. We finished with a nice cup of coffee and a pleasant smile from Lorelei. I very much enjoyed our excursion to Kent State University and "The River Merchant". I would recommend both.

We went to Mike's Place tonight for their Friday Fish Fry and it was absolutely fantastic! The…read moreservice was top notch no complaints! The atmosphere is absolutely awesome and fun. If you've been here before you know what I mean, it's a fun experience. The food came out fast and hot. We've been to Mike's many times and it never disappoints. If you've never been to Mike's Place add it to the list and GO!!!!! Their menu honestly has something for everyone. BOOM!!!!

Been here at least a dozen times. How have I not posted a review until now??? I'm writing this…read morereview NOT immediately after a visit, but about 3 weeks after our last one. Here's the thing, Mike's has always been a favorite of mine to take friends and family to because it's such a cool place with a ton of quirky decor and themed rooms. You can't miss the X-fighter plane right outside the entrance. They have outdoor seating during the warm months, but inside you can also sit and dine inside a bus! Aside from the experience, they have a massively EXTENSIVE menu! I mean, I'm not exaggerating! Of the many times I've been here, I haven't had the same thing twice. And I'm usually a creature of habit. There is something for literally everyone! The service is always good, the food is always great,... and best of all, their fares are always affordable. I love that I never have to break the bank to come here... and that's why I keep coming back!

Love this place! We…read morecame in after a number of friends recommended it -- we met the Brewmaster, Jennifer, and her mother, who gave us their recommendations. The beer was AWESOME (we took some growlers home) and the food was great. But you cannot beat the ambiance of this place -- it's awesome to see what they did with an old church. Definitely coming back soon!

Beautiful repurposed church walking distance from downtown Kent. The space was clean and well…read moredecorated with plenty of seating inside and outside on patio. Nice looking bar (where we sat.) Service was excellent and we followed their suggestions for lunch. Delicious food was enjoyed including a tasty charcuterie board and baked soft pretzels. I sampled the Hefeweizen and a saison. Both were solid especially the hef. A good Selig tap handles and some to go packs. They also offer the option to get any of their beers poured from tap into a pint crowler.

We always sit at the bar. Best burgers in Kent w/ garlic fries, delicious! Service is…read moreexcellent...although when crowded, there can be a wait. But everyone is always hustling...and doing all they can to provide good service and an overall excellent experience! Highly recommend!!

We went to Bistro on Main one time and never went back. We went on a week night and had about 8 of…read moreus. There was almost nobody else in the restaurant so we assumed service would be quick. It felt like a supper club it took SO LONG. We all ordered one drink, waters, and our entrees. We were at this restaurant for almost two hours easily. It took forever to even get the checks and pay for our meals. The food was great but the service is keeping us away.

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.

Very nice restaurant between Kent and Streetsboro. I wish I had taken a picture of the food and not…read morethe outside bar view. Anyway: We ordered up a Carmenere and a Pinot Noir to start, tasty glasses of wine, and enjoyed the view. Dinner was the Shrimp Scampi and Linguine and a Salmon spiced just right with broccoli. Great meals. Washed those down with Sangiovese and a Cabernet Sauvignon. Polished off with a flourless chocolate cake. Pretty good, and kinda like a lighter fudge cake. Total prior to tip $107. Good meal good surroundings. This is not a weekly stop, but every couple of months it is a nice place to dine.

We decided to try Erie Street Kitchen for our date night tonight!…read more And while it not really a romantic vibe, the food was absolutely delicious! We started off with some appetizers Cheese Curds and Fried Green Tomatoes. I hade the Lake Perch Dinner & my husband had the Pulled Pork Dinner with a side of Plantains and Rice. We got our dessert to go Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake and Caramel Apple cheesecake Crumble. Almost everything on the menu can be make Gluten free, they have a dedicated fryer and mark your food with a GF stick. The staff was very friendly and answered all our questions on the menu.

The southern fried chicken is chicken strips from costco the food and the service and drink were badread more

We eat there at least once every few weeks. The food is delicious and hot, made-to-order, by the…read moreowner. Highly recommend this place for a filling and healthy meal, You can't go wrong.

We love this place! The food is amazing and the owner is great! Never had a bad meal here.read more