Everything down to the way our table was set up, was spectacular! From the jump we had such a great experience at Bender's. My husband told me he had made reservations at this place in Canton. I just followed his lead. When we arrived we were greeted by lots of people (the one male host was a little rude though, he's the only negativity we encountered the whole evening, looked at my husband and I like we didn't belong there and snubbed us, but someone else took over) We were seated and our waitress was SO sweet. She told us about everything, since it was our first time. We ordered our drinks and she let us look over the menu. We decided, I got the crab cakes, and my husband got the halibut Ala foley! Both dishes were FANTASTIC! We did end up with dessert as well. Key lime tart so delicious! I'm so glad we found this place, pricey yes, but worth every single penny! We enjoyed it all, and will be back. read more

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We made reservations on Monday at 4pm. After Valentine's weekend for our anniversary. All I can say is.....DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY Our food was terrible. The manager came to our table and asked us to come back and he would have a chef cook for us.!!!!!! I'm like WTF, we ordered the two highest priced entrees on the menu and you want us to come back!!!!!! I'm thinking who cooked our food, the janitor? Believe me..I have zero reason to mislead anyone. read more

Although it's been awhile since I've been here, nothing has changed in terms of service, ambiance, quality, and deliciousness. We tried their weekend brunch menu. Crab cakes Benedict: spectacular. Banana foster pancakes: superb! Mushroom thyme burger: fabulous. Everything here is perfection. I've never had anything I didn't love. I also love the inside decor. They've done a great job to preserve many of the historical aspects of the building. A Canton MUST-dine location. read more

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It's hard to find good seafood in Ohio but if you're looking for it, this is the place. Our server Stella was very knowledgeable about the menu AND the history of the building, which was a bonus. The ambiance was great, very friendly atmosphere. I thought the drinks were outstanding. I can't wait to go back. read more

The best restaurant in the area service and food i excellent. Turtle soup is amazing. We had a lobster appetizer. Halibut Allah Foley was also terrific. Give it a try, won't be disappointed worth the drive. read more

Bender's Tavern - Just flowers for our anniversary.... - Seafood Near Me - Canton, Ohio

Bender's Tavern has been a staple in Canton Ohio for decades and there's a reason it's still here after all these years. The food and service are top notch and you won't be disappointed. Walking into this old tavern might take you back in time but the restaurant has a warm and comfortable feel. Separated into various rooms it's a comfortable place for a casual dinner, fancy dinner, date night or celebration. Reservations are highly recommended and various parking options are available so it's easy to dine here. There are two things that I always get and highly recommend on the menu. Bender's Tomatoes and Bender's Fries. These two side dishes are a must have with your dinner. Bender's Tomatoes include bleu cheese and a house dressing that is amazing. For the non-bleu cheese fans simply substitute feta cheese like I do. The Bender's Fries are really more like sliced and fried potatoes in a stick of butter. Not low calorie but definitely delicious! This time of year my favorite special on the menu is the Nantucket Bay Scallops. This dish is only available seasonally and the flavor and taste of these scallops is amazing. They will melt in your mouth like the butter on the Bender's Fries. Famous for steaks and seafood you won't be disappointed with whatever you order on the menu. There are several dessert options available but I haven't really tried them as I'm usually too full from my dinner. Make a reservation and enjoy Bender's Tavern. read more

Bender's Tavern - The story of Bender's Tavern - Seafood Near Me - Canton, Ohio

Bender's is a historical spot in downtown Canton that you will enjoy. I knew it would be interesting as soon as I saw how worn the front entrance step was. You can imagine all the deals, celebrations, and conventions that have happened in this tavern in the heart of downtown Canton. We stopped in after a trip to the courthouse for some business. I got the seafood special pasta and my sister, Amy, got the sirloin. Then I noticed they have turtle soup, so I got a bowl of that too. The food is fantastic, the service is perfect, it is upscale dining at a historic location. The people that were coming in were dressed casual to suit and tie. Bender's turtle soup is served with sherry, it is now my favorite turtle soup! My pasta was enough for two. Then since it was close to Amy's bday and we're were celebrating her divorce, I asked Julianne, if they had a cake. Julianne, said they do, and they brought out the cake and sang happy birthday to Amy. read more

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We ate here before going to the First Ladies Museum only a block away. This restaurant was recommended by a local Canton resident. The food was good, but I liked the history behind the restaurant dating back to 1902, I believe. I'd probably eat here again next time in downtown Canton. read more

Everything was excellent about our visit to Benders. The seafood dishes the three of us chose were excellent. This is coming from a lukewarm seafood eater. The ambience is warm and charming. The service was excellent. read more

My husband and I love coming to this restaurant and had a wonderful experience here on Valentine's Day! We both always order the filet which consistently is cooked to perfection, and the mashed potatoes are super creamy! My husband ordered two types of fries and thought both had the perfect amount of crisp and flavor. We tried the fried sacchetti for the first time and thought it was also perfection. The sauce was packed with flavor and a bit chunky which I liked. This dish was a refreshing change of pace from typical mozzarella sticks. They have an extensive wine list as well. Our server was incredibly warm and attentive. We sat on the tavern side this visit and were pleasantly surprised by its historic charm and beauty. We love the formal dining side as well! This place is top notch! read more

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Had dinner with a date and another couple for Valentine's Day. First thing I noticed was how dark and dingy it was, but I get it. It's an old building with history so not a problem at all. I'll start with the service which was good. Sadly this restaurant doesn't hold up against the hype it gets. The food was not great, mediocre at best. Bland, overcooked and overpriced. None of us will return. Don't waste your money. read more

What a delightful evening we had at this birthday dinner for my teenage daughter. Our first experience with this esteemed establishment was exceptional. Fantastic atmosphere in the historic district downtown. Outstanding food. Perfect steaks and exquisite prime rib. Delicious handmade pasta du jour. Our server made us feel special and comfortable with extra attention for our birthday guest! Thanks so much for making another meal into a special memory. read more

Native Ohio, California transplant. Two extreme cravings unavailable to the west coast are Elderberry Pie and Lake Erie Perch. Therefore, I order Lake Erie Perch EVERY time it is on a menu, with mixed results. I can state assertively that Bender's serves the absolute best, the pinnacle of this Lake Erie delicacy. Every filet is succulent, breaded as an accent so lightly to only percent the edges from drying out. My father had an equally delicious walleye. He'd been several times prior and had equally exemplary, fork-tender steaks, pork chops and chicken breast . We arrived without reservations, and enjoyed the beautiful leaded glass facade and the neighboring table of guests who ordered a flight of signature cocktails which my octogenarian father was disturbingly curious about. The sandstone steps in the entrance show nearly a century of wear for good reason. If you are anywhere near the NE quadrant of Ohio, you owe it to yourself and the persons you love to dine together here. read more

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Service was excellent, food terrific and atmosphere outstanding. Oldest restaurant in canton. Dark rooms with old paneling, tin ceiling and old lighting. Fabulous large wood bar. I ordered scallops and the Jerry fries which are really crispy hash browns. Also the salad was crisp and the sweet sour dressing excellent. We went early after our tour of the First Ladies museum. The restaurant is one block from this lovely museum. We were the only ones in the restaurant. We had a lovely time read more

Bender's Tavern - Sea scallops and Jerry fries - Seafood Near Me - Canton, Ohio

One of the best prime ribs we have had. Peggy our server was delightful. If we lived closer we would be regulars.

I live in Cleveland heights but have parents in canton who I visit once a month. It's a requirement that we have a meal at Bender's when I come to visit. The service is always top notch here as is the food. Scallops are a favorite , but the real draw to me are their pork chops. Absolutely the best chops I've ever had in my life and I dare anyone to find better. The portions are very generous so I always have a second meal of them. Last weekend I had family in from scross the country snd we took thtm yo Bender's everybody ordered the chops brcsuse I could not shut up about it and were in screening that thry were demoing the best they'd ever had . My aunt picked them up by the bone st some point becduse I had confessed I was known to do it in front of God and the restaurant unashamed yo get every last morsel of deliciousness read more

This was a great place for dinner service was amazing, very warm and comfortable setting. We have gone back numerous times and will continue to go. read more

I am in town to see family and of course had to have dinner at Benders. I grew up here dinning with my family. My parents had their rehearsal dinner at Benders over 75 years ago. Benders holds a very special place in my heart. Dinner was outstanding. Great treat to catch the stone crab claws on the menu. But what REALLY made our dinner experience so great was Ava our waitress! She was so fun, personable along with being extremely knowledgeable! Thank you Ava for making our dinning experience so special! read more

This restaurant is a plus in everything they do. The ambience, the bar, the weight staff, the menu and the quality of the food. Would always be on my list when visiting Akron/Canton. read more

Food is very good. Service is good and very professional but pleasant. Very loud people around. Tight setting but over all is good experience. Price is on the higher side but is worth it. Albert and Cheryl read more

Amazing service and a great tasting cheeseburger. Our waitress did her job perfectly, stopping to make sure everything was ok and refilling our drinks. read more

We visit our hometown in Ohio at least once a year... We always eat , at least once, at Bender's... such a beautiful and historic Tavern in Canton Ohio... The service is impeccable, the food always great and the Frozen Brandy Alexander ( for dessert ) is the best I have ever had! Lovely dining experience... read more

Good food but small portions and high prices. Better options in canton for your money

Always great food and great service. They have an awesome menu. We will definitely be going back here.

If you like seafood, this is a very traditional seafood place. It's the oldest restaurant in Canton, and it's worth the drive. The service was very friendly and efficient although the pacing was a little uneven, and the food was very good though pretty rich. The atmosphere is very eclectic. There were people dressed very casually in tees and jeans and others were dressed to the nines. It can be a bit confusing but it's a small criticism in an otherwise solid meal. read more

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The very best canyon has to offer , always fresh , always great , staff is so professional and service is the best !

This place is amazing in the middle of Ohio. Maybe the best sea bass I've ever had! I know that's hard to believe . If you go make sure you ask the bar tender why there is a separate ladies entrance. It will be a good history lesson and testament as to how far civilization has progressed. I'll be back asap. read more

Who would think there is a decent seafood restaurant in the middle of the Midwest let alone in canton Ohio?! Close to the football hall of fame, this historic restaurant has been around before the hall of fame was and has more history than it! To say "she was watching us.." may sound creepy but the fact that the trained wait staff was timing our meal to perfection knowing when to put our order in or wait till we were half way through our appetizers! Who does THAT??? Old school service with excellent food and wine selections makes this a no brainer to put on your itinerary anytime you are in town! read more

Bender's Tavern - The halibut is fantastic! And the wedge salad isn't complete unless you include the warm BACON dressing. - Seafood Near Me - Canton, Ohio

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First time there we went, went for a meeting for work. Food was good. The service was exceptional. Definitely recommend. read more

Bender's Tavern - Menu and a drink - Seafood Near Me - Canton, Ohio

Very good dinner with family. We met to visit the Football Hall of Fame. The hotel recommend this place and it did not disappoint. First off Sean was the best waiter anyone could have. He explained all the specials, menu and drink list. The food was great! We had the Chilean Bass, stuff mushroom, stuff flounder and the perch! read more

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I learned this is where the NFL idea was created, on a napkin at Bender's. Cool fact! The haddock fried fish with chips was good here, I wish I had gone here more before I left Canton for work reasons, but the seafood I had was good. From what I heard from the locals, it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Some locals love it, some locals think it's a ripoff. I love halibut, but their halibut was $47 and from the pictures looks really basic. So I just got the fried haddock, it was pretty good and I would get it again. read more

Bender's Tavern - Seafood Near Me - Canton, Ohio

Like Wow! Seafood lovers this amazing historical staple is a must try!!! The service was amazing I don't recall his name but his knowledge of the menu was impressive! The ambiance gave classic steak house with a mom and pop's twist What we ordered Halibut cheeks Fried halibut with vegetables and bender fries Crabcakes with rice and a side salad I will have to say my crabcakes were pretty dry, and my rice was over cooked, but the halibut cheeks made up for it read more

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I've had lunch at Bender's probably 200 times but have only been for dinner once before last night. And our dinner last night was one of the best meals I've had in my life. I literally cannot stop laughing thinking about it and may be there again tonight. If there's any 5 star meal in Stark County, it's Bender's and there's no restaurant that's particularly close. 6 stars would be more appropriate. If you're lucky enough to get there on a night they have prime rib, be sure to order it Timken style. And never skip the oysters or the scallops. read more

Amazing staff who worked tirelessly all evening while I was there to accommodate their customers! Not to mention the food was awesome!!! read more

Bender's Tavern - Halibut entré - Seafood Near Me - Canton, Ohio

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Fried oysters are my favorite and they are excellent here!!!! The staff was friendly and the building unique.

Absolutely best steak au poivre I have had! Service was great and beautifully decorated restaurant. read more

Bender's Tavern - Steak au poivre - Seafood Near Me - Canton, Ohio

Probably should have just turned around when we got there. Don't think a restaurant even thou a seafood one should smell like rotten fish. The restaurant itself was cool and wait staff was fine but food very disappointing read more

Cozy little tavern The oldest in Canton. So old that they used to seperate the Men's and Women's eating areas. The entrance is still marked for men only. Friendly service at the bar. I stopped in for a quick lunch. Amazing Turtle Soup!!!!! This is hard to find anywhere and even harder to find done well. It is served with a little side cup of Sherry which elevates the taste to the next level. Rich and savory broth. Highly recommend. I also had the Club Sandwich. Fresh tomato (tasted like garden grown) and tasty traditional fare. Specialty here is fresh seafood. I would like to come back and try that for dinner. Full bar read more

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Everything was wonderful. Start to finish. Benders is kind of old school, the service and the food were outstanding. Prices are so much better than up in Cleveland. We had the medallions of beef and they were perfectly prepared. Our dining partners had fish and raved about it. Bender's fries are a must if you haven't tried them before. And the buffalo trace cream dessert was worth every calorie. We will be back! read more

Use to love visiting Benders but have felt major disappointment with recent visits. Most recent visit started with disappointment when I called to make reservation and person who answered the phone with "hello"! ? "Is this Benders"? "Yeah"! Sadly service was no better when we arrived. Honestly, food was good! Service, not so much! read more