Off the beaten path. But well worth the trip. Outstanding beer selection, food is really good - had…read morethe Burger (best I have had). Need to try it!

The good and drinks were both spot on!! And don't get me started on the phenomenal staff!!!!read more

Legendary grilled cheese bar of Akron, complete with little umbrellas on each sandwich. You cannot…read moreeat these tiny umbrellas, but they do somehow make the sandwiches taste amazing, but again do not try to eat these small umbrellas they are inedible. I keep reading these reviews saying the sandwiches are dry. If you are lacking saliva be sure to ask your kind server for some extra sauce like ranch or blue cheese or something. The bartenders are like little fairy people and I don't know where they even found barbacks this good, they are like machine elves keeping the fabric of time weaving along. it's a marvel to witness these normal regular human people do their jobs with expert timing. It's hard to believe they are even real people at all, but perhaps inter dimensional beings sent to earth to teach us more about ourselves and feed us tasty food and bevs. The owner Danny B is a really cool dude and curates a selection of some vintage art films, bob ross, and other incredibly quirky things on the tvs, and the atmosphere is one of the most unique Akron-esque places you could hope to spend your precious time left here on earth. Go have a life changing experience in sleepy old Akron Ohio at this legendary establishment

I was long overdue for a girl's night out so I met a good friend here after work one night this…read moreweek. She picked it because she was going to be in the area. I've never been here before but I know it's a fairly popular place so I was quick to agree to the location. We originally sat at the bar but the stools were so incredibly uncomfortable, so we moved to a booth. While our server was nice, it did take her quite a while to come take our drink order. I got a "lavendar breeze" for my first drink and it was delicious. The menu is small, with the focus being on grilled cheese sandwiches. I'm not a huge grilled cheese lover, so I ordered a wedge salad (with house white French dressing) and the sauerkraut balls from the appetizer menu. The salad was on par with what you'd expect, the dressing was tasty. The sauerkraut balls, though, kind of threw me. First, it's a HUGE serving. There was around 30-40 sauerkraut balls in the basket; way more than I ever imagined would be in an order. I was expecting four or five golf ball sized balls. Maybe I've been spoiled by having some fantastic sauerkraut balls, but these were subpar, at best. They didn't have a lot of flavor and the cocktail sauce they served with them was an odd choice. While I still enjoyed time catching up with a friend and the drinks were well done, I doubt I'll come back for food. The menu just wasn't appealing to me and what I did have wasnt good enough to lure me back anytime soon.

We had a great time at the Perfect Pour. The beer list is lengthy and they have specials on some…read morebeers. I ordered the above burger and loved it. It looks like about a 6 oz burger with Cajun seasoning and fries. The service was very good and ambience average. Everyone in the bar was easy to talk to and the atmosphere laid back. Check it out.

Service at the bar was top-notch, great selection and knowledgeable bartender…read more Neat and clean inside.

My BF lives very close to this place and for a long time, I've begged him to take me for brunch. It…read moretook multiple attempts because apparently, this place is the most popular place in Akron. We had to call beforehand, and really commit to coming here because it is CROWDED. Even after calling about wait times, we waited for another 20 some minutes on a Sunday. Yeesh! Service was friendly and good. Food was...fine. Not as spectacular as I was expecting. Their maple butter was fire though! The waffles were good but again, not memorable. I consider this a one and done unless it really wowed me. I had that craving, I finally came here and yeah...I'm good! No regrets. Happy to check out other local brunch places in Akron!

Food was good - personally, I think it a little difficult to mess up breakfast basics, but this was…read moregood. Nothing overly special. However, our server was real fun! She was very engaging, got the dad jokes my hubs and his friend always think are fire, and one upped them almost every time. We'd go back just to have her serve our table again!!

We came here upon recommendation by my BF's family. It was fine but a little too common/generic for…read moreme. They had a pretty big menu and service was medium-paced. I ordered the waffle blimp but there was nothing extra or special about it. I even asked the server who just repeated what it came with from the menu. I was hoping for at least a fruit topping or the simplest garnish of whipped cream or something but nope, just a very thick regular waffle. I chose sausages as my meat side and they were skinny and burnt. BF got the biscuits and gravy and the gravy not only had no sausage, it was only thickened with flour so it was grey looking and pretty bland without the meat au jus. They didn't make their own jam or butter (some diners have whipped or flavored butter), or real maple syrup. Ingredients were cheaper and prices are higher here than expected. I did like the space and the building. Parking lot was really cramped but there was plenty of seating inside and it was nicely lit. We came at a normal brunch time on a Sunday and did not have to wait long at all!

Only been here for breakfast but never disappoints!…read more They usually have good specials and the regular menu is great. Service has always been great.

Went around 6:30 on a Thursday night and were seated right away. The space is small but still cozy…read moreand not too loud. The servers are super friendly and ensure you are taken care of. The food was served perfect temperatures, flavorful and good portions! Highly recommend this place for a date, girls night it, or even family dinner.

Met a friend here. Her suggestion to come here for dinner. This was hard to score. A lot of good…read morebut a few bad. It was crowded on a Tuesday. They have a taco Tuesday thing but it's not a discount it's 3 tacos and you can mix and match from what they make. Which is not really a special in my opinion. The place has a nice patio and inside can fit an about 10 tables of various sizes. And the bar has seating. Cute place. I see it can get crowded on a Friday night or Saturday night. We got the green bean app for the table. They are cooked perfectly with teriyaki glaze and some tempura but not a lot. They have a sauce that has a bit of a kick but not bad. These are good and good to share. Good portion. I ordered the steak and gruyere sandwich and chips. Sandwich was good. Not big but very flavorful and good. Would have liked a bigger banquette for the sandwich. Ok amount of meat. It was good. The chip side was very crunch and good amount. But to me the chips were a bit greasy tasting. Needed more salt and a bit of flavor. It was a ok meal. The friend that suggested the restaurant got the Ohio burger. It was huge. She cut it into 4's and only ate half. It was big! She also got the chips. Again chips were ok just a bit oily tasting and need salt. The dining area is loud. Lots of people in close proximity talking. It's hard to hear and sound is bouncing. That was a bit of a bummer to try and talk over all the noise. Server was good very attentive and helped with suggestions. Bill for 3 sandwiches, including a burger, a water, coke and cider with green beans appetizer was $81. Not including tip.

First thing that stands out about this place is the variety of food available…read more The appetizers in particular are good. On the other hand, the cocktails need a lot of work. They came out bland and unbalanced which is a bit of a surprise, considering this place is a distillery. The entrées didn't sound as good, but still tried the pasta. Ok, the toasted Merchant Angel Food Cake with homemade fudge...one of the best slices but would be better with fresh berries rather than chocolate sauce The place itself is loud & the wait staff could be better.

Overall the food was tasty, only complaint was the wait times. We waited longer than they said for…read morea table, only for it to still not be ready so we ended up sitting at the bar. With 4 bartenders working the bar section we still waited a very very long time to even place our order. Once the food came, it was delish and the best ranch! Would've liked our experience better without the wait.

Great service, great ambiance and delicious food. The Smoked Gouda Mac & cheese is a must have!!!read more

Crave gets a lot right. The staff is warm and attentive, the kind that actually makes you feel…read moretaken care of, and the food delivers across the board. This is a solid downtown Akron spot. One minor gripe: the mac and cheese is a little one-note. It's not bad, it just doesn't surprise you. A little more depth -- sharper cheese, a hit of something acidic or smoky -- and it would be a standout instead of an afterthought.

Had a wonderful evening dining at the Diamond Grille!…read more The ambience was lively, and the service was exceptional. Started out at the bar and ordered a Manhattan. It was ice cold and perfectly crafted. We were then sat at a booth where we enjoyed our meal. Two people in the group ordered steaks that were prepared exactly as ordered. I had the salmon grilled, and it was delicious! We also had wines by the glass and another perfectly crafted cocktail (French 75). I recommend this restaurant and can't wait to come back! * don't forget to bring cash-- it's the only form of payment that is accepted!

This place has been a staple in Akron for decades, so my husband and I dined there last night to…read morecelebrate our anniversary. We won't be going back. Don't get me wrong: the food is fine (in the most mediocre sense). Full disclosure: We don't eat red meat, so I can't comment on their steaks, which is what the place is known for. This is a classic case of tradition masquerading as fine dining. There's no subtly or nuance to the cuisine. The oysters Rockefeller was overly sauced, and the salad was overdressed. My salmon was a bit overcooked, but the baked potato was very good. The dessert, a brownie with ice cream, ate like a Little Debbie squirted with Hershey chocolate sauce. I will say that our server was wonderful and was working very hard. The ambiance, however, was sad. We were seated in the bar area on very uncomfortable wooden benches. Honestly, it felt like a Cracker Barrel. At the bar was an obnoxiously loud man dropping F-bombs and saying homophobic things. He pretty much ruined any enjoyment we had a hope of having. Finally, Diamond Grille doesn't accept credit cards, which we knew, but again, our enjoyment was dampened by having to keep track of how much everything cost so we didn't spend more than the cash we had gotten out of the ATM on our way. The hostess told us they were planting their feet and never taking cards, and I just don't understand why, in the 21st century, a business would alienate customers like this. All in all, this place is resting on its past reputation, and in my opinion, it's unearned.

I've been fortunate enough to travel all over the world and dine at restaurants ranging from…read moreMichelin-starred establishments to hidden neighborhood gems. I can honestly say The Blue Door has earned a place among the very best meals I've ever had. What amazed me most wasn't just that every dish was delicious--it was that every single plate had its own identity. Nothing tasted repetitive or safe. Each course was thoughtfully composed with bold flavors, beautiful presentation, and combinations I never would have imagined working together... yet they absolutely did. Beyond the food, every plate looked like a work of art. You could tell the kitchen artists take immense pride in presentation without sacrificing flavor. The service was warm, knowledgeable, and perfectly paced. We never felt rushed, and every recommendation was spot on. If someone asked me where to experience one of the best dining experiences in Ohio, I wouldn't hesitate for a second. I'd tell them to drive to The Blue Door in Cuyahoga Falls. This wasn't just dinner. It was an experience.

I had heard that this was an incredible place to try for breakfast. Unfortunately, it didn't stand…read moreup to the hype. The biggest disappointment was that the food was cold. It looked like it could have been good if it hadn't have sat out so long before it was brought to the table. Potatoes were cold. Toast was cold. Quiche was cold. The server, on the other hand, was incredible. He was attentive, friendly and a true star in our bad food experience. There were two of us, and the total for breakfast plus two coffees and tip was more than $70. Portions are huge. Ambiance was nice. Sad it didn't knock it out of the park.