It had been several years since I last ate at Franklin Square Deli, so when I found myself in the…read morearea around lunchtime, it was a no-brainer to stop in. I had heard that there was a new owner within the last year or so, which honestly made me a little hesitant at first. Luckily, the experience was great from the start. The line was short, and the woman taking orders was incredibly friendly and helpful. I asked for her recommendation between two menu options and ended up going with the Cuban. I'll admit, once you've had a truly authentic Cuban sandwich, it can be hard for others to compare -- but Franklin Square Deli did a really great job with theirs! Whatever seasoned butter they brush on the bread before toasting it is absolute chef's kiss. The sandwich was flavorful, perfectly toasted, and clearly made with quality ingredients. Between the food and the service, the $12 price tag (including a soda) felt completely worth it. I'll definitely be stopping by again!

We have lived in Kent for over three years and have been to Franklin Square Deli almost weekly for…read morelunch. We almost always order the #16 roast beef sandwich because it is simply perfect: heavy on the roast beef on toasted bread with just the right amount of tomato and horseradish. Service is quick and the combo includes chips, a small side and drink. The new owner is doing a great job with this gem!

They do a traditional pork and Mac & Cheese but elevate it with pickled onions, tortilla strips,…read moreetc. Staff is friendly and service is quick. Being on acorn ally the shops are small with a handful of tables.

I have not had good experience with mac n cheese spots, this one was soooo good. Had surf and turf…read moreand daughter had Parmesan (ithink) they were delicious. Cheesy goodness and noodles were cooked properly. Have thought about this place a few times since, will go back.

This place is a 3 star at best, which is sorry to say, because truly the drinks/coffee/atmosphere…read moreare great. Such a neat little coffee house with great architecture and interior design. It really stands out on the corner there. The bad: the workers seem to never be having the best day and don't even look you in the eyes. No biggie. Then the food, particularly the bagel breakfast sandwiches, on my now 2nd visit have been an absolute nightmare to eat. Completely messy and falling apart. Way too much put on the bagels and they don't even fully cut them in half. So here I am ripping this bagel apart while half the sandwich falls out of my hand. Like I expressed, this is the 2nd visit I've had (first a date) where the sandwich is just a messy nightmare. Tasted just okay. But man, I don't know what it is with the globs of avocado/cream cheese but seriously. Hope this gets fixed. Neat place otherwise.

I truly love this unique, local cafe however when I visited yesterday why was my matcha $12? I have…read moregotten this before and I swear it wasn't 12! I'm wondering if they have had a massive price increase?

Pleasantly surprised. I've been hearing about Erie Street Kitchen for awhile now but Kent is sort…read moreof out of the way for me. My boyfriend and I decided to make it a point to stop when we were in town for sports. Dive bar vibes with a fantastic gluten free menu. You do have to specify you want gluten free as they'll make it both ways. They are very mindful about cross contamination. And have separate prep areas and fryers. We ordered the goat cheese balls as an appetizer and they did not disappoint! We ended up splitting the pimento Mac and cheese with pulled pork on top. Omg delicious! We will be back to try more of the menu!

We decided to try Erie Street Kitchen for our date night tonight!…read more And while it not really a romantic vibe, the food was absolutely delicious! We started off with some appetizers Cheese Curds and Fried Green Tomatoes. I hade the Lake Perch Dinner & my husband had the Pulled Pork Dinner with a side of Plantains and Rice. We got our dessert to go Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake and Caramel Apple cheesecake Crumble. Almost everything on the menu can be make Gluten free, they have a dedicated fryer and mark your food with a GF stick. The staff was very friendly and answered all our questions on the menu.

A banh mi spot that punches way above its weight. Stopped in during a cross country drive and it…read morewas well worth it. The lemongrass chicken was perfectly cooked. The carrots and jalapenos were fresh. The baguette was both slightly crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle. This would be a solid 4 in NYC. In Kent, OH... it's a well deserved 5 stars.

I moved to Cleveland from Metro Detroit where there is a plethora of amazing Vietnamese restaurants…read moreand I've yet to find a good one here. I went to Kent for an adventure, found Hue Banh Mi & Pho on Yelp! so I gave it a go. When I walked through the door I knew the food was going to be good because it smelled like I was in the kitchen hovering over fresh cut veg, fish sauce and lime. Yum. I got two pork banh mi and summer rolls. I ate half a sandwich and one roll at a nearby park and had the other half for dinner when I got home. The bread was perfect--crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The veg was crisp and refreshing and the pork delicious, tender and moist. The summer roll was good, peanut sauce was perfect and I got a side of nước chấm so I could double dip. I had the second sandwich for breakfast.* I happily saw they put mayo on the banh mi so I asked for none and they made it without. Yay or otherwise yuk. I will make a special 55 minute trip to eat here again. *I go between Detroit and Cleveland on the regular so I usually get a banh mi for the road and one for the next day. Hear me out--deconstruct the sandwich and wrap the veg in a moist paper towel and seal in a glass jar. Store the bread in the paper bag it came in and put the meat away as you normally would. The next day wet the paper bag and put the bread in the oven for about 5 mins. Reheat the meat on the stove top, reassemble and enjoy.

I've been going to Ray's Place for 50 years, which probably says more than anything else I could…read morewrite in a review. There's something special about a place that can remain part of your life for that long. On this visit I went with the chili (which is a must with cheese and crackers), pickle fries and regular fries, and everything hit the spot. The chili was hearty and satisfying, the pickle fries were a great addition, and you simply can't beat the value. You can still come to Ray's, get plenty of good food, and leave feeling like you got your money's worth. Ray's has been a Kent institution for a reason. It's comfortable, familiar, affordable and filled with a lot of memories for me. After 50 years of visits, I'm still happy to walk through the door -- and I'm sure I'll be back again.

Solid 3.5 Rays always delivers. Whether it is their Clam Chowder on Fridays, the delicious locally…read moresourced burgers, or the terrific Lasagne. Yes, it's a bar, but family quality dining up till 8pm or so. Then, it's a college bar. Today was Clam Chowder and a Octoberfest (actually, Thirsty Dog Barktoberfest). You can't beat the beer selection (tap). Good place, good food, good beverages.

This place is amazing. I have never had bad food from this place. The amount of food you get for…read morethe price is great.

I ate here as a child. I swear the portion hasn't changed. The taste hasn't changed. It's been…read moreyears and the gyros are still massive. There is a reason this place is still in business. I will always stop here when I can. 100%

Steak-eez is the perfect spot to grab a bit after a night out, especially for a college student…read more All of their cheesesteaks and sandwiches are so good. They also have fry bowls that are basically loaded fries. Their steak-eez fries bowl has steak, onions, mushrooms, green peppers, banana peppers, jalapenos, bacon, cheese, with their steak-eez sauce. The service is pretty great too. The only thing that I will say is that sometimes it takes awhile to get your food but I don't mind that too much. It is a small place which I also like. It's fun to sit in a booth with your friends to talk about the night. It's the perfect college town spot for a late night bite, or if you love a good cheesesteak.

We asked about our order because the computer changed our order and he said "move." The worker was…read morevery rude.

Food and service was great! Very friendly staff and food was delicious. Not a huge place but at…read morelunchtime it was not too crowded so the service was prompt and food prepared in a timely fashion. Definitely recommend!

My co-worker and I had a great lunch at the Blind Squirrel one Friday afternoon...juicy burgers and…read moredelicious housemade fries, plus friendly service that was just right...not too intrusive, but always attentive. The atmosphere is that of a cozy relaxed pub where you could hang out for a few hours and they would take good care of you! Not too loud to have a good conversation. Since we work just down the street, I have a feeling this could become a habit with us!

Mike's Place is a favorite. No shortage of options and it's all really solid given how broad the…read moremenu is. It's a fun place with nice folks too. No complaints about service either. Looking forward to going back for another Dragon Slayer!

Another great visit to Mike's Place! This is a unique eatery located in Kent, Ohio at the…read moreintersection of Routes 43 and 261. (You'll know that you are in the right spot when you see the full size Star Wars X-wing fighter near the front door!) My wife and I love the eclectic charm of this restaurant. Every dining room is decorated with colorful retro signs. The menu is huge, and they prepare each meal well. The service is always good, as they have a terrific staff. Don't miss this one!