Stopped in for a drink at the bar, and was blown away! It was a busy Friday night and service was fantastic. The two bar tenders were very attentive and conversational. Food was amazing. Had the calamari and zucchini carpaccio. Both fantastic. Also had the best French onion soup I've ever eaten. I've had French onion at all the best restaurants and this was by far better than any I've ever had. Honestly, this is my new favorite restaurant. read more

I was really disappointed with our experience at Ken Stewart's, especially since we were celebrating our anniversary. When my steak arrived, it was cooked incorrectly. Instead of apologizing, our server simply asked if I wanted them to take it back and cook it longer. When the replacement steak was brought out by the manager, she also failed to apologize or acknowledge the mistake. Throughout the entire situation, not one employee apologized for serving the wrong meal, which made us feel like our experience didn't matter. To make matters worse, I specifically noted on my reservation that we were celebrating our anniversary. No one acknowledged it, congratulated us, or made any effort to recognize the occasion. Meanwhile, the table next to us was congratulated on their anniversary, which made us feel completely overlooked. We were also initially seated at a four-top even though there were only two of us, making the seating feel awkward and uncomfortable. We had to ask to be moved to a booth ourselves. Our server came across as annoyed and lacked the warmth and attentiveness you would expect from a fine dining restaurant. The final straw was when a menu was accidentally dropped on top of my head from behind our booth, apparently where they store their menus. No one acknowledged it or apologized, which felt both careless and unprofessional. As for the restaurant itself, I honestly found it to be pretty mediocre. The dining room has a beautiful atmosphere, but that's about the only thing it has going for it. The food simply didn't live up to the reputation or the prices. I've had better steaks and better service at Texas Roadhouse, which says a lot considering the difference in price point. Mistakes happen, but what really ruined the experience was the complete lack of accountability and basic hospitality. No apologies, no acknowledgment of our anniversary, and no effort to make things right. Unfortunately, this was not the anniversary dinner we were hoping for, and I don't see myself returning read more

Wonderful meal and service . Hubby had French onion soup with the blue cheese topped filet with blackened scallops and I had the seafood platter which was a lobster tail , scallops and a crab cake . Hubby's meal also came with a salad . I asked for a side of Caesar salad dressing which was incredible not only ate it with my salad but dipped my bread in it- everything was cooked to perfection and service impeccable - absolutely A+ dining experience read more

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OMG - the food is spectacular! I had the sea bass, my wife had the scallops and risotto and my daughter had three small filets, all grilled with different sides (blue cheese, mushrooms or peppercorns, etc). All three entrees were so good and I would go back tomorrow and eat any of the three entrees again. Compliments to Ken Stewart, the chefs and all the servers! We went for my birthday and the food was so memorable I will never forget it. THANK YOU!! The ambiance of the restaurant is very upscale and trendy. I highly recommend this restaurant!!!!! read more

Fantastic everything! I had the ribeye and my wife had the ny strip. We love coming here! It is a great dining experience. read more

The atmosphere and service is wonderful! However, the 10 oysters my wife and I ordered for lunch were just average, and the Caesar salads we ordered were very tasty but the preparation was lacking due to the very large pieces of romaine lettuce presented. read more

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Well - I looked at the Yelp Reviews and the full parking lot and decided to give it a go. Unfortunately for me - it was pretty much a "no" experience. The atmosphere was nice, the waiter was pleasant, friendly and helpful. The meal was meh. The bread was very good. The salad was fine. Once we got the main course and side dish - things weren't to my liking. The restaurant - so they must be good at several (other?) things or it's just my southern preferences vs. a relatively bland and unexpected preparation of my main dish and side dish. Arguably, we southerners cook and eat differently. But, if you put creamed spinach on the menu - by all means - have some cream in it! My spinach had a nice crusty topping that had some Parmesan on it, but the spinach itself had very little cream (or if it was there - it was a thin, runny and tasteless cream. It was more like hot water spinach with a crusted topping. The illed scallops were hot with good flavor, but the accompanying flavors in the dish didn't do it for me. The risotto was good - but the other flavors didn't compliment the scallops in a way which worked for me. Perhaps it was just my preference - but the parking lot won't be full with the inclusion of my car next trip to Akron. Perhaps the specialty is steak and I should have purchased a filet. Even if I had - my favorite steak pairing of creamed spinach would have probably felt more disastrous to me paired with an excellent filet. It sounds so awful to say this - but you really can't beat the chain of Ruth's Chris. Consistent. Excellent. Outstanding in every way. Over and over again - no matter where I've dined or what my meal choice has been (steak, seafood, etc). This place wasn't for me - but the decor was nice and ambience was clean and comfortable and the waiter was a nice guy. That's why they earned a 3 from me. read more

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Went here for our employee Christmas dinner and everything from the service to the food to the ambiance was top notch. Ken himself came out to speak to us and he is just fantastic! I had the potato crusted halibut over a creamed corn and it was cooked to perfection! Highly recommend! Although I did not have it, several people got the wedge salad and it looked phenomenal, you can sub it for your side salad for an up charge I will be doing this next time! read more

Ken Stewart's Grille - Potato crusted halibut over creamed corn - Steakhouses Near Me - Akron, Ohio

Loved the steak with peppercorn sauce. It was very rich in flavor. Service was great. Also had desert. The leopard print carpet was fun. read more

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Fantastic experience! Service from Kennedi excellent and attentive! Spicy muscles were a FANTASTIC appetizer! 10/10 would recommend.

Great food! and drinks. I had a Thai combination seafood rice dish that was delicious! lots of seafood pieces. Definitely recommend this place. A little pricey but worth it. read more

Excellent restaurant for an upscale dining experience! The service was amazing. Absolutely loved the lamb chops from Colorado. Delicious! Perfectly prepared! I also highly recommend the Whispering Angels rose wine. It went well with the entree I ordered. When you cone here to eat, be sure to inquire about the specials. My spouse ordered the sea bass and it was delicious too. Perfectly prepared! If you like raw oysters, this is a go to place for them. Table side Caesar is also a must. You need to come here and experience what this restaurant has to offer. It's worth it! read more

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Amazing service, amazing atmosphere. The food was delightful. Would definitely recommend.

Kate was an amazing server! She was so so sweet! The food was SO yummy. It was my first time ever at Ken Stewart's, and i definitely will be coming back. The filet with wagyu butter was 10/10. Had a perfect crisp to it and was cooked perfectly. We also got the sacchetti pasta as a side... AMAZING. Highly recommend! read more

Ken Stewart's Grille - Steakhouses Near Me - Akron, Ohio

There is something seriously old school about this location vs the other KS ones. I'm not from Akron, though I've lived here a while now. It's a home grown classic restaurant that hasn't rested on its laurels. Amazing experience - sit in the room with the bar. Watch the people, sip on a nice glass of wine, listen to the conversations at the bar below you. It's timeless. Nowhere I'd rather be having a seasonal lunch between the holidays. read more

Ken Stewart's Grille - Steakhouses Near Me - Akron, Ohio

We made reservations got there they weren't ready but food was great and waitress took very good care of us

Went here with my significant other for a celebration. We had a reservation beforehand and got seated quickly. Off the bat the ambiance was amazing. The lighting, decor, everything was great. Not to mention we had completely forgot we knew someone who worked there until they walked by us! Our server was very helpful. Came by often to make sure everything was all good, but gave us time to ourselves too. The significant other ended up really disliking a drink they got to the point they couldn't get past the first sip and our waitress took it off the bill for us! The rest of the food was amazing. It almost made me want to order a second plate to go! Usually I struggle finishing my food when I get an appetizer as well, but this time everything hit my tastebuds just right that I couldn't leave anything. Definitely recommend! read more

Food wasn't that great and very expensive. Very dark inside and they said they had a dress code so we dressed up but people came in shorts and ball caps. read more

This remains a hidden favorite. The food is fantastic and the service is yet to disappoint. Honestly I take frequent travelers here that are blown wide by the food quality. read more

This is a very typical looking steakhouse with dark paneling throughout and a lively bar. The service was attentive but not obtrusive. The problem I had was with the food. I am from New Orleans so maybe I just expect a bit more seasoning. But the consensus at the table was the best thing we had was the side of au gratin potatoes. My "grilled" pork chops were two FRIED pork chops with panco breading. I specifically asked if they were going to be GRILLED. Basically they were similar to what I get at diners. For nearly $50. The lemon butter sauce was basically a picatta that was also un remarkable. For $270 per couple this was just not worth it. Even at half the price I would have been disappointed. Just an average place. read more

The ribeye steak dinner was delicious & cooked to perfection. Ordered medium rare, it arrived beautifully charred on the outside & gorgeous pink inside. It was SO juicy that we made a special request for our lovely server to tell the chef thank you. Appetizer: Japanes shrimp- fantastic! Dessert-crème brûlée- again, delicious, too was glass crisp w/ the dessert & fresh fruits being perfect texture. There is really no other restaurant in the area that can compare w/Kens. The personalized experience you get- usu a hello by Ken or Kevin.... Ken Stewart's js hands down the place!!! Thank you, Ken, chefs & everyone on ataff! read more

Ken Stewart's Grille - Delicious Ribeye steak dinner - Steakhouses Near Me - Akron, Ohio

This place is fancy! Dark and intimate. Very nice environment for a classy dinner or date. Special occasion dinner bc you will spend some money at this place. The menu has multiple options from steak, seafood, salads. Everything was as expected. The wagyu pigs in a blanket were fine, neither amazing, and same with truffle fries which were both apps. High quality ingredients. I got a surf and turf which consisted of bacon wrapped steak, lamb chop, and spicy shrimp. It was pretty costly but it was good. The lamb was the best part. My significant other got a 16oz NY strip steak and he enjoyed it. All meats cooked perfectly. My favorite part was the homemade pecan ice cream. It was so good!! The waitress was very knowledgeable and kind. There's plenty of parking. The have valet as well. The place was clean and warm on the inside on this cold evening. Cost: $$$$$$$$ read more

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I am always happy with the service and meal selection. However, forcing people to valet park is inconsiderate. By law, it is not mandatory and should not be forced on customers. The option of self-parking should ALWAYS be offered. read more

We went on one of their 35th anniversary nights where they were offering their chicken breast in phyllo ! Wow!! Amazing!!! And the service was fantastic!! read more

Ken Stewart's is my Canton/Akron go do when I need a great meal without risk of disappointment. So many great options both for apps and main dish. And must get the French Onion Soup and Table side Caesar I eat out a lot and this is my fave ! read more

Loved the atmosphere. The food was very delicious and we had great service. Everyone was so nice and polite. Definitely recommend

Met up with a bunch of people at Ken Stewart's before a show at Blossom for a late lunch / early dinner. I was hoping for the dinner menu but upon arrival they have a lunch menu that is pretty different. I was definitely happy that they use giuseppe carpano formula antica vermouth for their manhattans! I had several and they were very good. We shared an order of the calamari and it was super tasty. It included the heads and the rounds with some finely diced pickled peppers and an aioli. For my main course I had the reuben and fries. It was plenty big and tasty with the bread nicely grilled. I ate 1/2 and finished the other after the show :-). Great spot, if I'm ever in the area again I'd love to try dinner here. read more

Not bad

Food was excellent. Generous portions got the price. Excellent service, very attentive and knowledgeable of the menu.

I absolutely love this place. This is the original one in Akron. The service is always great. The food is absolutely amazing. It is a laid-back atmosphere, especially in the bar area. I highly recommend this to anybody! i've been coming here since the early 2000s and it has never disappointed read more

Very classy with table cloth kind of place. I sat in the lounge in pretty close quarters to the neighboring table. I could hear their conversation the entire time. They have a few good gluten free options to choose from. I ordered the scallops with butternut squash purée and the sautéed cauliflower. The scallops were good but could have used a little more seasoning. I really enjoyed the cauliflower. It was crisped on the edges but once again could have been seasoned more. The waitress was very nice and accommodating to my needs. I had to wait a bit for service but I didn't mind today as I was trying to be leisurely. I sipped on a glass of Moët which was fantastic. For dessert I had The vegan gluten free brownie with coconut Sorbet which tastes just like a mounds bar. I would go back but not out of my way to get there. I'm not from the area though. read more

Ken Stewart's Grille - Scallops with butternut squash purée and bacon - Steakhouses Near Me - Akron, Ohio

The best steakhouse in Cleveland/Akron area! Food is always delicious with so many daily specials that I almost never order off the printed menu. The ambiance is nice for a more upscale restaurant. I love the patio that is even nice during the colder months with the outdoor heaters. Waiters always provide top notch service. Can't say enough good things about this restaurant. read more

Ken Stewart's Grille - Fallen chocolate soufflé - Steakhouses Near Me - Akron, Ohio

I went again recently and it was a little better. At least people feel slightly obligated to dress to a higher standard here. It has a reputation. It may be stodgy but at least it's respectable. THE FOOD: Yes, I did fail to mention in my first review anything about the food. Well, the food is good classic American steakhouse food. I don't really know how to review it because it's not my style, but I'll eat it. read more

Just moved back to my hometown of Akron and this is the place my (usually frugal) parents would occasionally go for a special dinner when I was in my teens. Now I get to as well. The service is always impeccable but unfussy, and the food is just classic + delicious. The burger is a worthy splurge, the cocktails perfect, and the crème brûlée the industry standard. Thank you! read more

Went here for my birthday and it was absolutely amazing! I had calamari which was delicious, scallops with rock shrimp risotto, and for dessert the waitress went all out and put a sparkler on my Crème brûlée. This was the best birthday dinner ever!! read more

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Ken Stewart's never lets you down. From exceptional service to outstanding food it is no surprise that this ranks consistently as one of the top restaurants in the area. If you like a great cocktail be sure to see Larry at the bar. He crafts great drinks with an amazing attitude and level of service and always greets returning guests by name. If you have never been, it is worth every penny! read more

If you are looking for a visual blast from the past place to dine, this is it. Picture it, Akron, Ohio 1989...lol I was shocked at how dated this restaurant looks inside. It's looks so modern from the street, but it's a Time Machine when you enter. It's still a really nice place but I thought it would look more upscale given the dress code posted at the door. The lights were dimmed and the music was a bit loud, but the patrons didn't seem to mind. The service I received was really good. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and gave good recommendations. The food was giving elevated Bonefish Grille, but double the price in my opinion. The food was good and seasoned better than expected but $16 for 2 eggs (4 deviled eggs) is wildly insane. The house salad is tasty but the dressing could use a little help. The lamb chops were cooked a little longer than requested but they were still good nonetheless. The cocktail wasn't very tasty, but it packed a punch. Overall, I had a good dining experience, but I probably won't return. I'm glad I went because I always wanted to dine there and I can check it off my list. read more

20 years still the best place to eat in Akron! Love the white French dressing. Always great food and service at Ken Stewart's!

I like the place and ambiance. To me the food was unseasoned. I never add salt no seasoning at all for the price. I was not impressed. read more

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We came here on a Monday night for our anniversary dinner. We had reservations and were shown directly to our table. We were seated in a booth, which was nicely secluded from other guests, however thought the restaurant was a little over lit, we'd prefer the lights dimmed a bit. Our server was very friendly and promptly greeted us with waters and the cocktail list. The list was pretty extensive, good variety of bourbon, cocktails and wines by the bottle and glass. We settled on a bottle of amarone, which was fairly priced. Our waiter went over the specials, which were pretty overwhelming. There were 3 appetizer specials, 2 salad specials and 6 different entree specials. My wife pointed out, these should be printed, by the time he was done listing the specials, we couldn't remember which protein came with which side and felt bad making him repeat. We started with the steak tartare which was excellent. The beef was seasoned well and was paired perfectly with crostini and rich egg yolk. We both had the house salads, which came with candied pecans, blue cheese, cranberries and a balsamic vinaigrette. Great way to start. My wife had the short rib special, served over polenta. She loved it and came home with leftovers as the portion was huge. I had the pesto crusted sea bass special served over a tomato base. The sea bass was cooked perfectly, the fishes flaked off and was very tender. I'd go back for this. My wife noted it was our anniversary on our reservation and was a little disappointed the server didn't even acknowledge it. Overall, the setbacks were minor and the server was very nice and attentive, we had a great meal and will surely be back. read more

Ken Stewart's Grille - Pesto crusted sea bass in front and short rib in back - Steakhouses Near Me - Akron, Ohio

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