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    Eastside Lamp Post Restaurant

    3.7 (98 reviews)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Gyro Salad
    Mandi W.

    This place was interesting to say the least. I just traveled all the way from Florida nonstop, and came to this place as soon as I arrived in Ohio. I was apprehensive about going in, because it was sketchy on the outside, and zero cars in the parking lot. Mind you, it was about 3am when I arrived. The workers were outside smoking pot and cigarettes and the server was also the cook so she was everywhere. She was very friendly and liked striking up conversations, but I was sooo tired from traveling I couldn't even think right at that point. Lol. All in all, it was an ok visit. The food was less than to be desired but I liked the server the most. She was pleasant. I ordered the Gyro salad which was definitely far from a true Gyro salad, and my pal ordered the Rueben sandwich and he said it was just ok. The side order of gravy seemed like it came from a can so it had a metallic taste to it. I don't think I'll be back, but it wasn't the worst I've ever had.

    Breakfast Burrito
    Zach G.

    Great portions. Great price. Great flavor. What more could you ask for? 24/7 service is great. Able to seat yourself and a waitress will be by in no time. Food comes out quick. Be prepared for a wait though if it's busy. Not very big inside.

    Abel V.

    Wow... Love this place! Hands down I'm coming back! The service was spot on! The food was exactly as presenting, filling and delicious!

    He Man
    Lisa H.

    The food is great and the service is greater! We eat breakfast here a few days on every trip to Akron, and the food is always cooked perfectly to order (not always the case with eggs!), deliciously fresh, and served with just the right balance of friendliness and sarcasm. My dad is a regular with an unhealthy level of sarcasm, so you may not get any sarcasm, but he deserves it! Ha! Dad always gets the He-Man, which is a great value if you're hungry or sharing. We recently ate lunch there, and WOW! My burger and onion rings were top-tier delicious, my husband's gyro with extra meat was slapping, and Mom loved her fried fish, coleslaw, and stuffed pepper soup. 10/10 recommend!!

    Retro Diner Vibes
    Doris E.

    Retro vibes and good food await visitors to this local eating spot on the east side of Akron. First visit for us...kind of expected an older, more run-down look, but it's bright and fresh inside and the booths and seats are in really good condition. I ordered the wrap special for Friday which was Barbecue Chicken. It was delicious and came with a generous pile of crispy, skin-still-on, wide cut fries. The Italian sub and onion rings got high marks from my partner. Service was friendly. Definitely recommend eating here.

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    Very good food. Large portions and reasonably priced. Glad they are open on holidays when others are closed.

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    9 years ago

    Food is okay, service is good, very cramped inside and I never go there unless I'm starving and want a quick bite to eat.

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    9 years ago

    Food was delicious & cheap! Servers kept my coffee cup full & I loved every bite of my waffle! Will definitely be a repeat customer!

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    7 years ago

    Food great but warm. Lunch time and one waitress. We waited and waited milk shake a little soupy. Will I go back NOT SURE.

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    12 years ago

    Ohio is for club sandwiches, not broccoli and cheese soup. Kassie provided great service and the simple staples were easy on the pocketbook.

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    11 years ago

    The He-Man is fantastic! Open 24 hours is the thing I love the most!! Great little diner with perfect hangover food! Friendly and fast!

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    Great wait staff with lots of experience. Food was great and place was very clean. Amazing diner!

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    8 years ago

    Breakfast served all day. Huge portions. Cute diner with vintage style booths. Staff very friendly. They always keep your coffee cup full.

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