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    Baxter’s Speakeasy

    4.8 (17 reviews)
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    What a hidden gem. They can make anything but ask Baxter to make you something. 3 business share the building so be sure to walk around.

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    Jenny K.

    Popped in by chance. Visitors to Akron, and we were getting pizza to eat, a bartender next door recommended the live music downstairs. Incredibly impressed. Low key, solid music venue.

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    1 month ago

    Great atmosphere and drinks. Good music on the weekends. Upstairs lounge area is comfortable and chill.

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    4 months ago

    The drinks aren't like amazing, but this place is worth it to go to because the interior is so fun and unique!!

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    1 year ago

    The food was good! And the drinks were even better! Fun hole in the wall highly recommend!

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    2 years ago

    I love this spot! The ambiance is great and it's always a good time here: great drinks and music. The shows here are pretty cool too!

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    4 years ago

    Friendly service and delicious cocktails. Baxter was eager to answer questions. The atmosphere was delightful and unique

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    If you're looking for a cool, unique place to hang out, Baxter's is definitely worth checking out!

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    Crust & Cocktails - Chicken pesto pizza

    Crust & Cocktails

    4.3(36 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    Wasn't busy when I stopped in. The bartender was super attentive and helpful with menu options…read more Their pizza is able to be ordered with optional vegan cheese and cauliflower crust for gluten free options. The cocktail menu was also unique with plenty of good selections.

    We came here with friends last weekend for the first time. We had high expectations of the drinks…read moreconsidering they are a craft cocktail bar. We ordered several drinks off the menu. I had the spritz, which was good, but took over 30 minutes to receive even though we asked about it multiple times and everyone else at our table had received their drinks. My husband had an old fashioned which turned out to be only 5oz. The glass was not even half full. We all thought this had to be a mistake considering the cost and how poorly presented the drink was but the manager assured us that they measure properly. I think they should include this on the description because for $13, we were not expecting such a small drink. Our friends were not impressed with any of the drinks they ordered, either. My friend specifically ordered a double vodka shot in a short glass but received it in a tall glass, therefore watering down the drink. As for food, we shared the marinated feta appetizer and the charcuterie board. Both were good but the charcuterie only had one serving of meat (salami) and the rest were olives, peppers, cheese and grapes. For $19, we were expecting a little more. One of the cheeses, the largest portion, was a very spicy pepper cheese that none of us really enjoyed. The dip was very good - no complaints. We also ordered three pizzas. Our friend got the chicken pesto which he said was ok but nothing great. My husband got the short rib which he enjoyed. I did a make your own, which had literally no flavor at all. The crust was good but that was about it. I suppose that's my fault for picking the toppings but I thought it would taste better than it was. As for service - it was very slow and they were very inattentive. I wouldn't come back here or recommend it. I think as a restaurant that advertises for its drinks and pizza, both were lacking.

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    Alexander Pierce Restaurant

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    4.5(131 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    I was looking for a special place to celebrate my birthday while I was in town for a night. A…read morefriend 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.

    Very nice better restaurant. Plan on a delicious meal with a drink and appetizer for about $150…read more There are steaks and seafoods. My favorite is the double pork chop. Hubs added a King Crab leg to his steak. Meals include a side. Brittany and her sidekick, Sam, knew the menu and kept the table clean. Happy hour is from 4-6 pm. There is also bottle wine discount night. Ask for a tour of the building. There are a lot of rooms to learn about. We like this venue.

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    Oak & Olive

    Oak & Olive

    4.2(23 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    Very cute speakeasy! Went here for a drink after dinner and was able to sit at the bar without a…read morereservation before Christmas (might not be typical). Great menu and tasty drinks. The vibe is great for a date night or girls night out.

    Who doesn't love a little mystery with their meal? You feel like you've got a secret when you walk…read morein and the ambiance keeps you feeling snuggled in a private little world created just for you. That's the fun of dining in a hidden speakeasy restaurant. I'm used to only finding them on my trips to Vegas so to discover one close to home was like hitting a local jackpot! We walked in Mattioli's Pizzeria and knew to look for the secret entrance. The only downside was we arrived at the same time as another couple so we didn't get the joy of opening the door for ourselves. (Next time) We walked into a completely darkened room and found a hostess who asked for our reservation and then escorted us to our table. Definitely a speakeasy vibe. Lights down low with just some minimal table lighting. Classy decor and just the right touches of comfort and secrecy to the vibe. We looked over the menu and placed our order. We got a salad and the pizza cupcakes for appetizers. Delicious! If you go do yourself the favor and get the pizza cupcakes! You get four of them and you can choose the variety you want. Of course I picked four different ones and loved them all. We ordered three different pizzas from the menu all of them were happily eaten. The crust is light and soft with a good taste. The pizza all with different sauces, cheeses and toppings yet each flavorful and delicious. We may have over ordered just a bit but who doesn't like to take leftover pizza home? Besides it was just as good warmed up on day 2. We did have some little homemade type sugar donut balls that our friends ordered for dessert. Can't remember what they were called. Nothing I would go out of my way to order but they tasted fine. Just not my type of dessert. The bar seems extensive with lots of handcrafted drinks. Took a video of the waitress torching a crème brûlée martini. Lots of fun to watch them craft these drinks. We sat around a very comfy table that made us feel like all we were missing was a fireplace and we'd have been right at home ready to curl up under a blanket and take a little nap after a good meal. We would definitely return and look forward to doing just that in the future.

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    Akron Glass Works - wedding at The Sanctuary

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    5.0(4 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Excellent class, a wonderful experience. Super cool instructor, very tuned into each persons unique…read moreneeds. Definitely going back ! We made jelly fish!!! thanks Christian !

    Unique gift for those who enjoy experiences over "stuff". My sister and I took my mom here for…read moreMother's Day this year and I cannot say enough good things about this place! My mom is impossible to shop for, so I was super excited when I came across this Mother's Day special on the Akron Glass Works Facebook page. It is a beautiful old church converted into and art space right off of the University of Akron campus. There were about 12 people total with two instructors for the group. They gave a demonstration and then thoroughly went over all the steps with an emphasis on safety. I was a little nervous working with molten hot glass, but the professionalism of the instructors set me at ease. They're by your side the whole time... but you're actually creating the piece yourself. I have been to other glass blowing studios where the instructors are so hands-on, that you feel like you took no part in the entire process. Not this place. I definitely felt like I was making something and they were just there to make sure I didn't burn my hand off. The whole process took less than an hour and our pieces were available for pickup the next day. We each got to make two glass flowers which all turned out beautifully. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for something different to do! We had such a great time!

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