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    Alexander Pierce Restaurant

    4.5 (131 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

    By appointment only

    Updated 3 months ago

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    ALEXANDER PIERCE RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Front entrance
    Jennifer A.

    I was looking for a special place to celebrate my birthday while I was in town for a night. A friend of mine had recommended this place so I booked a spot at the bar on OpenTable. They did such a great job of celebrating me for my birthday with a glass of wine and a birthday card waiting for me. I loved walking into this place. It had such a cool vibe. They had a ton of things that were gluten-free that made my life easier, including fried calamari and artichokes, which were delicious. I had the Chef special which was cod and orzo. The cod was probably the best I've had in a really long time. The bartenders were so friendly so nice and really good at suggesting menu items. They had an extensive drink menu and the smoked old-fashioned smelled amazing although I didn't get that. I wasn't 100% impressed with my drinks, but that had nothing to do with the way that they were made just my personal preference. The next time I'm back in Akron, I will be stopping at Alexander Pierce for another meal.

    Kiersten C.

    Make sure to save room for dessert at Alexander Pierce! This massive slice of delicious Chocolate Cake is definitely big enough to share and the perfect end to a phenomenal meal! Excellent service as always! Make sure to ask for Brittany as your server! She ensures every bite and sip is perfection! Plenty of parking available in the parking lot! We will absolutely be back!

    Carrot Cake amazing
    Jay M.

    I had an amazing time here for my BDAY,The service is top notch and Brittney are server very attentive.The food was amazing flavorful but lemme tell about very rich and tasty Carrot Cake the best I've ever had hands down moist and wonderful for my soul we had a party of six and everyone was happy with the food service and the ambiance.Grrrreat job AP

    French onion soup
    Steph M.

    Cute and cozy, steak/seafood/fresh pasta on menu, drinks were well made , wine pours as expected. Bartenders were friendly & efficient. Cheese on French onion soup was so flavorful. Filet so tender could cut with a butter knife . Shrimp on shellfish tower was probably biggest I've ever had ( & I have had a lot !) didn't love oysters and they were huge too and I prefer smaller ones . Decor was 20s cheeky vibe - would recommend & go back

    Truffle fries and ribeye
    Leah R.

    Absolutely amazing. Great atmosphere & ambiance Great food. Great service. Top notch specials.

    Cavatelli al burro
    Patrick P.

    This could be one of the coolest hidden gems in this city. I was brought here by my work colleague (aka "the boss") who recently was here and had a tour of what they offer. Before I dive into dinner, I'll tell you that they have rooms to stay in, permanent residents in the building, a gym, smaller areas for meetings, smaller more intimate rooms for dining or movie watching, a private speakeasy with cigar bar...just amazing. Now let's get to dinner. Our server Brittany provided a robust specials option and explained the menu so it wasn't so daunting. She was fantastic! I started with the French onion soup. I am not exaggerating when I say that this was the most flavorful broth I've ever had. I inhaled the soup. I had the cavatelli al Burro but no mushrooms. Hand made noodles. Fresh vegetables. Added two jumbo shrimp (blackened- another recommendation from Brittany, thank you!) there was also not a bite left. No room for dessert but I know that if I'm ever back in town, I'd love to try some other things like their steaks and seafood! Thanks to the team here for an amazing dinner. I'll be back-

    Ribeye Steak cooked to perfection
    Blake C.

    We had an amazing time at Alexander Pierce for our date night. This was one of the best meals we've had in a long time. For starters, we ordered the calamari as well as oysters. My wife made the comment that it was the best calamari she's ever had. It was absolutely delicious. I then had a Small Caesar salad and the Ribeye for my entree. You could tell that the ribeye was very high quality as it melted in my mouth on every bite. It was also cooked exactly how I ordered it, medium rare. The drink selection was extensive and we were able to identify a few and we're not disappointed. As for the service, our waitress was very attentive and helped guide us through our food and drink selections. The ambiance of the restaurant was very cool and gave off an old school Italian vibe. They even had this little cigar lounge area that I was able to indulge in after our meal. I can honestly say it was the perfect spot for date night and we will definitely be back to try many of the entrees we had a hard time passing on for the first go round.

    Interior
    Devon P.

    I am thoroughly underwhelmed. The vesper martini is interesting because it has lemon juice which is overpowering. The interior reminds me of old Las Vegas (but the quality fell substantially short). I am not a fan of this fine dining restaurant having paper over the table and the server writing their name in crayon. The French onion soup smelled great, but was disappointing. I think the onions could have been caramelized more and the broth reduced more because it tasted thin/watery. The soup didn't have any layers of flavor; even though I was told it took 4 days to make, it tasted as if a carton of beef broth was warmed with dried rosemary and onions and then served. When I first tasted the soup, it tasted like watered down Stouffer's stove top stuffing. The filet was so chewy and not like any prime steak I've had. It was not tender whatsoever. It was not enjoyable. I ate it just because I was hungry and not because I liked it. The scallops that I added were the best part of the meal. The creamy espresso martini is also very good and made me not leave fully disappointed. I booked it saying I had a special occasion but nobody asked me about it. I was looking forward to a spectacular meal, but I left extremely disappointed. The best part about eating here is the free parking. EDIT: Thank you for responding to my review. While I do understand checking on your guests (the service was good and not mentioned in my review), what would it have added to comment on that when I'm commenting on the dishes I received in the moment? I would not have been served a better or true prime steak; I would not have been served a delicious French onion soup. How would you address my concerns about the food?

    Filet Oscar style with scallops and asparagus
    Amanda K.

    Repeat customer here - food is superb and the staff is amazing. HIGHLY recommend. Shrimp cocktail is amazing. The scallops are spectacular. The calamari is awesome.

    Featured BlueFin appetizer
    Roland K.

    I drove one hour from Wooster to meet an old friend for dinner and conversation at Alexandr Pierce. The host seated us at a convenient booth rather than a tiny table. Our waitress Desi introduced herself and asked for our drink orders. She said she'd give some time to review the menu and would detail the special and answer any questions. We ordered a Negroni and a Smoked Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned. They were both well executed and delicious. We ordered the featured BlueFin appetizer and the Calamari Misto appetizer. The presentation was excellent and they were both delicious. I then ordered Oysters Rockefeller. My friend doesn't do oysters. After much cajoling he tried one and found they were delicious. We were equally impressed with the Bluefin appetizer. During the entire meal Desi was always attentive without being hovering. I asked Desi about the Riesling and Pinot Gris by the glass. She suggested the Pinot Gris. It was an excellent choice to accompany the dishes.we settled in on the Double Cut Duroc Pork Chops and the Frutti di Mare pasta. The pork chop was delicious and expertly cooked and presented with Asparagus. My Frutti di Mare pasta was delicious. The mussels, shrimp and scallops were perfectly prepared and served on hollow spaghetti with a bright sauce of cherry and grape tomatoes. We ended the night with the house made creme brûlée garnished with fresh fruit. I had asked for coffee to accompany the dessert and end the meal. Desi provided professional service and advice. All of our food was delivered timely and we never felt rushed. We had plenty of time for have leisurely conversation and at no time were we interrupted from enjoying our exceptional meal. This was my first meal at Alexander Pierce. It will not be my last. I will be spreading the word for the hidden gem restaurant.

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    Erika D.

    Great food, great ambiance, great wine selection. Service was great and very helpful in choosing wine and menu selections.

    Polished to perfection

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    Thank you for the kind words and we hope to see you back soon!

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    Ask the Community - Alexander Pierce Restaurant

    Dress code says business casual.. can a guy wear nice jeans and a black button shirt?

    Of course, please come and enjoy yourself.

    Do they serve prime rib?

    During winter months we do feature Prime Rib!

    When did Alexander Pierce open?

    2019

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