We landed at Jilly's for an early dinner because it was near our rental; we did not stick around for the live music because we were too tired to stay awake. It's a tapas menu, so adjust your expectations for food quantity accordingly. We ordered the Brazilian cheese puffs (forgettable), the chicken souvlaki (really good!), and the carnitas street tacos (also really good!), plus a couple of beers. This was enough food for us. A pleasant, unfussy place. I'm still sorry I didn't buy a tee. read more

This review is only for their Sunday brunch, as I have never been here in any other capacity. Met some friends on a Sunday morning and were seated right away. The menu had several options so a couple of us had a hard time choosing but between the four of us we ended up getting the sunrise sammy, huevos enchiladas lasagna, mango bacon goat waffle, and poblano cheddar waffle, as well as a blueberry lemon scone and a coffee. I will say the coffee was pretty decent and the food came out quickly. Unfortunately however, none of us were impressed by our dishes. For the price, the size of the plates and the quality of the food was not worth it. The huevos had too much sauce and not enough spice, the hash browns were mushy, and the waffles were dry and flavorless. The blueberry lemon scone didn't have any lemon flavor at all and was like weirdly wet. The food sounded unique and delicious and we were all excited to try it but left disappointed. They also charge a 3% credit card fee. That said, our server was amazing and it was a cool spot so I'd check it out for music in the evenings, but brunch just fell flat for us. read more

Jilly's Music Room - Poblano Cheddar Signature Waffle - Music Venues Near Me - Akron, Ohio

I was so excited to visit a fully gluten free restaurant. We went for brunch and had made a reservation ahead of time. We were seated right away. The food seemed creative on the menu. When it arrived, it was basic at best. Everything was dry and overcooked. We waited forever for the server to bring the check and never offered a refill on beverages or asked how the food was. read more

Cozy place with great seating arrangements to see a band. Service was excellent but the food was just average with a limited menu. Great place to have a drink and a bite to eat while enjoying the music. read more

I'm not glueten intolerant but my husband is so I took him to Jilly's for his birthday. Everything on the menu is glueten free. Everything was delicoius. We had the steak skewers, the chicken skewers , crab cakes and the grilled cheese bites. They were all fantastic!! The mixed drinks were really good. I had one of the AF cocktails with pears that was amazing! The service was great too. We had a great time. read more

A number of years ago i was a regular at this, "Akrons number 1 live music club", I moved away from town but while home this summer, i had occasion to visit my old favorite spot and i can happily say, "still a great spot" Melanie still keeps the drinks flowing, with a smile. Jen Mauer with Mike Lenz run a great open mic night. Stop in and have a cold one, you won't be disappointed. read more

Really enjoyed the live music. The drinks are really great and the non alcoholic options are extensive. I've never been somewhere with so many options for those not wanting to consume alcohol. The food menu looks amazing. Looking forward to brunch soon! read more

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GF EVERYTHING DELICIOUS such a cool spot - would love to come back for music but this time we visited for brunch - so so good!!!! Best coffee, lovely service and everything was freshly made. Will be coming back as next time my kids want chicken and waffles - we saw them on another plate and they looked not to be missed!!! read more

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Stop in to grab a drink and listen to some music. The bartenders were friendly and the prices were decent. I don't remember what I ordered. But I do remember that it wasn't quite what I expected. It came out quickly. It was hot and fresh. It was spicier than I would have liked. But I am not a fan of anything hot so that's probably me. The band that was playing that night was booked as a blue's band. The band was good but definitely not what I would classify as blues. It was right across the street from the hotel that I was staying in. So it was very convenient. I will definitely stop and again if I stay at that hotel. read more

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I loved the scene at Jilly's Music Room. We came for a Sunday brunch - entire menu was gluten free, and delicious. Vibe was hip / relaxed. Service had a minor oversight or two but we were so relaxed we cared absolutely 0% and everyone was super friendly about making it right and we ended up laughing about it. Totally coming back for a music event. Great venue - places like this are why I love Akron so much. read more

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Food was amazing and it's all gluten free. Fast, friendly service. Didn't have to wait to get a table. Will be back! read more

Jilly's Music Room - Food was amazing and it's all gluten free. Fast, friendly service. Didn't have to wait to get a table. Will be back! - Music Venues Near Me - Akron, Ohio

We stopped into Jilly's Music Room for brunch today and absolutely love this place! The fact that they are fully Gluten free is a huge plus so we do not need to worry about any ingredients in this restaurant. Highly recommend the monte cristo as it was full of flavor! The service was fantastic as always and we will definitely be coming back for brunch again. read more

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Jilly's is a local spot known for live music in downtown Akron, and I was impressed with how pleasant and comfortable it was on my first visit there last month. It's cozy inside with plenty of seating close to the stage in the back, or up front at tables or at the bar. The lighting is great, it wasn't too loud, and the service was friendly. The show that night was free and the crowd was a mix of older and younger folks. read more

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I've been a few times and plan to never return, and solely due to the service and food. Entertainment is great, and it's a shame the owners have decided to provide mediocre food and drink to their customers. First, the menu! Why on earth would you offer 1 page dedicated to Flatbreads.... when first they are not even flatbreads, but a very sad version of a frozen pizza. The dough was nearly raw, and the toppings looked like kibble. Second, your neighbors, one of the most iconic and delicious pizza restaurants! Burgers, sliders, nachos would be a much better option. The new grilled cheese we ordered was served burnt and as far as Brazilian cheese, it simply tasted like deli white cheddar. Now the drinks.... $11 for a drink with more fillers than alcohol, and if you question the taste of your drink the waitress will ridicule you and question your opinion, as if after 2 sips I was looking for a free drink! The waitress said "if it weren't for the bartender, who I question about and wonder why he was hired, I wouldn't believe your drink was made wrong"!.... She took my drink returned with the actual drink I ordered and said "you were right, he accidentally muddled the wrong ingredients." Why would I lie about a drink tasting off? Why would a waitress question a customer, and not want to please them if they were unhappy with what they were served!!!??? Next, she lied when we asked for a straw. The waitress said "we no longer offer straws or have them at the bar". My party later witnessed other customers with straws!!!! How is this waitress still an employee? Her attitude was off the entire night with our table and many others, as we would watch her interactions, rolling her eyes, as if we all were an inconvenience. read more

We came here last Friday around 6:30 because we were looking for a new place to try with an extensive gluten-free menu. Jilly's entire restaurant is gluten-free, which is awesome. When we arrived, they asked us to pay a cover, even though the band wasn't playing until 8pm. We left around 7:45 and asked if we could have the cover back since we never saw the show, and they did refund us, which I appreciated. We sat at the bar and ordered soft drinks - Jilly's doesn't carry straws, which I understand, but I still prefer my drinks with a straw. We ordered the fried cheese sticks, the chicken satay, the firecracker shrimp, and the garlic flatbread. The satay was very unimpressive. For $9, it was really small and so chargrilled that all we could taste was burnt. Even with the peanut coconut dipping sauce, the flavor was underwhelming. My husband said the shrimp was good but nothing he'd order again. The cheese sticks were really good - they only give you three, but they are large. The flatbread was the real star of the show. It was crispy, large, and really flavorful. My husband even called it "phenomenal" and he is quite the foodie. We got to hear the opening act warming up and agreed that we wished we had come later because they sounded really good! If you order your food before 7pm, they will also give you 20% off your Bill. We thought the flatbread was reasonably priced , but that the other dishes were a bit expensive if not for the discount. We will definitely come back because the menu was pretty large(even though they have cut it back due to COVID) and the music was good. I will bring my own straw next time! read more

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Great staff and very clean establishment. Live music and a sense of present ownership. Highly recommended!

The live music was good but so loud you couldn't hear anything from someone sitting right next to you. The table service was fine. The two star review is for the canned chicken we were served in our soggy old shells. You picked them up and everything fell right through the middle with the exception of the stale outer rim holding up. This is mind blowing that anyone would serve this, let alone charge a normal rate. read more

Nice local joint. We came on a Saturday night and there was a jazz band playing which was very good. No cover fee. I wouldn't recommend the sliders as they are very lackluster for the price. HOWEVER, the flatbreads are delicious as is the popcorn. Nice ambiance and good service. read more

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Rating: minus 10 Jilly, you've really let us down. Never had a complaint about he food, but the service is unbelievably bad. Starting with the support we gave you during the lockdown: you advertised opening time of 5pm was rarely met; one Saturday you weren't open till 5:30. Since you have no phone number to confirm opening, we had to drive to your place to see if you were open. Once, when we placed an online order at 4:30 and you DID open at 5, our food wasn't ready until 5:30, and I was the only customer in the joint. This Sunday (May 9) was the breaking point. We came with friends to the brunch; ordered our food at 12:26, and by 2:09 we still had no food. An hour and a half! And was there an offer to comp our drinks? Nada. If you you can't treat your customers right, don't open the doors. We're done. read more

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Nice atmosphere, good music, great bar service, good drinks. Wine selection was lacking but had an excellent old fashioned. Food is eh. Caprese was good, but I had the WORST street tacos I've ever had. Dry, boiled meat with no flavor, Overall, good experience. read more

Been here several times and have always had a great experience! Make reservations if it's a Saturday or Friday night. We not only come for the great local bands but also for the creative and unique menu. Try the fried artichoke or the pecorino popcorn. Crazy good! Great drink menu too! Good wines...actually had a rose from Provence region of France. Nice! read more

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We newly moved to Northern Ohio and were so happy to find a 100% gluten free menu at Jilly's. Stopped there for a Saturday brunch and all 3 dishes my group ordered were delicious. The portions were generous and they make a great cup of coffee as well. Our wait person friendly and attentive. We plan to return for dinner and music. Great place! read more

Nice venue for live music, busy area of North Akron and parking can be a challenge. Helpful, courteous, attentive and supportive staff. From a bar food perspective it was a decent menu. Amazing menu of non alcoholic beverages. We recommend this club. read more

Small intimate venue to hear great music, have a bite to eat and drink. Service was quick. Owner very hands on. Glenn and Paula Duncan read more

This restaurant was a wonderful surprise during our visit to Akron! The food was very tasty, the service was friendly and prompt, and the menu was broadly varied. Anyone would truly enjoy a meal at Jilly's but it was a particular pleasure for my girlfriend when she discovered that everything on the menu is gluten free. And trust me, nobody dining here will miss the gluten! read more

This review is for their delivery. I ordered from here when I was in town on grub hub and I ordered three things all of which were wrong one way or another. First I ordered blackened shrimp, they delivered firecracker shrimp. Then i ordered deviled eggs WITHOUT bacon (bc I dont eat it for religious reasons), it came with bacon. Last I ordered the bruschetta and asked for the dressing on the side, it was delivered doused in it and was completely soggy and gross. It was almost 9 by the time it was delivered so I was too tired to call and complain. In its defense it looks more like a lounge than a spot for food delivery but still, how do you mess up everything in an order? read more

Don't waste your time or money here Jilly's music room thinks their business to mind yours. I don't show anybody any information and that's my medical personnel information it's up to my doctor. This place is a joke don't waste your time. read more

Walked in and immediately felt a bad vibe. A very sad and weird joint. Nothing at all hanging on the walls, which you would think a music bar would have stuff on the walls. We were never even given a menu, the bartender didn't seem too interested in serving us, so we sat there for about five minutes and left. Then it was weird walking by the weird doorman checking IDs at the door. read more

Great (and clean!) music venue with a delicious gluten free menu. One of my favorite places in Akron for a cocktail and live music. The food is always served fresh and you can tell that the kitchen staff really cares about what goes out. The service has never been bad and the staff is some of the friendliest in the area. Can't say enough great things about Jilly's! If you're looking for a night out or a brunch with your friends on the weekend, Jilly's Music Room is the place to go Downtown! read more

Great food but wings were dry. Good beer selection and bloody Mary's are excellent. Went to see Foo Fighter tribute band. Drunk annoying people across from us ruined the experience. But I do recommend. read more

Jilly's Music Room is one of my favorite places to visit in Akron. I love the location and accessibility. The items that are on the menu are tasty and the servers and bartenders are energetic and kind people. Would love to see a broader choice of menu items and the bathroom doors weren't so revealing to those waiting to get in a stall. I most of all love the music that Jill brings in on Friday & Saturday Evenings, such as MyFriend Jack & Fabulous Voices. These are solid bands that draw a good crowd of followers and a great vibe. I love it when they play there and I hope to see more of them there this winter and enjoy my friends, the food, great music and a local restaurant that's an Akron staple! read more

Love this place!! The live music can't be beat!! Check the website for the music, food and drinks. The staff is top notch!!!

Rudest bartenders I have EVER encountered, and i worked in the industry for years. We won't be back. I won't mince words with what happened but it was completely uncalled for. We didn't even stay for one drink. Appalling behavior after we paid the cover to get in. We left immediately. read more

Had a great time at Jilly's today for brunch and watching Indiana Jones with commentary I don't know the man's name (sorry) but he was interesting and made the movie even better. Especially one I have seen many times. Can't wait for the next one. read more

While the drinks here were great I can not say the same about the food. We arrived about 1140pm they stated they could not serve us food as the kitchen closed at 1145. We were very understanding as it was 5 minutes. The server stated we could order from next door at luigi's pizza and we would be ok. (Which we did). The live music was great! And I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I really wish they would allow that few minutes to order food but I also understand. I will surely try again... read more

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A varied small plate menu. Sliders are a bit pricey but very tasty! Try the stuffed dates for an unusual treat! The place has a great vibe. Much better than the old Northside. read more

Jilly's Music Room - Up till Four rockin the place! - Music Venues Near Me - Akron, Ohio

Delicious food and a great presentation. Jilly is an awesome gal and Chef Richie's food presentation is spot on. Thanks for the hospitality! read more

Jilly's Music Room - Jill is an awesome gal and Chef Richie a talented force behind the line. Delicious food and a great presentation. - Music Venues Near Me - Akron, Ohio

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**UPDATE** 12/6/2017 We went for jazz last night. The band was great AND they no longer charge for bottled water! I like Jilly's, really I do. Everything I've had there is good, solid. Their Bloody Mary is FAB... with bacon AND a pickle! My challenge is paying for water, OMgawd, seriously? I have to pay for a bottled water? I want straight, out of the tap, ice water. I had three drinks and my bf had two, and I can't get a flippin' ice water? We left early because I usually drink a glass of water between each drink so I don't get dehydrated or too messed up... I would've spent more money. Everything else is fine and the popcorn is yummy ;) read more

Jilly's Music Room - Popcorn is excellent, lol don't wear black if you're gonna eat it though. The toffee was great too. - Music Venues Near Me - Akron, Ohio

This is one of my favorites. They hire the best band I met when I was 18 yrs. old in Kent Ohio The Numbers Band real name is is 15 60 75 talented people who can write their own music. Jolly's is a Vegan Restaurant and Bar I can't drink alcohol which is good thing because I am a Celiac and have to be NF,DF, mushroom F also but you don't go there they shut down the First week of the Pandemic ! But they have live streaming of groups playing their music . They have families to provide for like all of us our are Fur babies . read more

Their Sunday brunch is absolutely perfect. The creative delicious and 100% gluten free menu had me leaving with a smile on my face. The chicken and waffles were hot and fresh and fantastic. Perfect sized portions and great prices, I'll be coming back ASAP! I encourage everyone to check out their brunch so they keep it around (and I can keep ordering chicken and waffles). read more