Who knew that this place had so many cool things in it?!? I came for the opening of their new…read morerestaurant, Buckets and was pleasantly surprised to see that there was also a Starbucks, cabaret theater, LeBron Jones memorabilia shop, candy store, and grab-and-go beer spot. There's also great lounge and seating nooks. I think there's even more downstairs. I'm not super familiar with the LeBron James Foundation's work in Akron, but this space feels like a great gathering spot for the community.

Visited House 330 on July 19, 2025 for their first ever Farmers Market. I stopped in a shop…read morecontaining a variety of things to purchase. I liked a reusable Tote bag. I asked the cashier how much it was and she stated $17. I decided to look around the Farmers Market first and get the Tote on my way out. I came back and got the Tote, it rang up at $18 this time with tax and asked if I wanted to add a tip. I said No and continued my purchase. When I got home, I looked at the receipt and saw not only was the Tote a dollar more, but a $3.60 tip was added after I said No. I like the Tote but I do not like being ripped off.

Baxter's Speakeasy was a TOTAL vibe! From the moment we walked in, there was something eye-catching…read moreand beautiful on every wall--seriously, the decor is a masterpiece. The space is filled with amazing art for sale and tons of disco balls, which are completely my style. I couldn't stop taking it all in--I loved every detail! The cocktail we ordered was not only super fun but also absolutely delicious. The bartender was so kind, fun, and really added to the experience. This spot is perfect for a date or a night out with friends. Bonus: I found out there's going to be a DJ every Saturday night for the foreseeable future. If you're looking for a cool, unique place to hang out, Baxter's is definitely worth checking out! There's some pretty cool stuff goin on in Akron

Great atmosphere and drinks. Good music on the weekends. Upstairs lounge area is comfortable and…read morechill.

The Carovillese Club is a true gem, and the oldest private Italian club in Akron. Their Tuesday…read morenight pasta dinner is unbeatable: for just $13, enjoy a delicious pasta dish (cheese ravioli or tortellini are my favorites), two meatballs (extras $1 each), a side salad, and a biscoff cookie. The portions are generous, the flavors are amazing, and the drinks are super affordable--$3-$5 wine or beer, and $1 sodas. While it gets busy sometimes, it's 100% worth the wait, in my opinion.

PASTA PASTA PASTA!!!! My family and I have been going here every Tuesday for years now. The food is…read moreamazing and so is the staff. I would highly recommend you come down for pasta dinners every Tuesday!

Do NOT stay in this hotel. I'm in town on business. My company pre-paid for my room. When I…read morearrived I had been given an accessible room. That is NOT what I paid for. They didn't offer any compensation to me for not getting what I paid for. Just a shoulder shrug because I checked in after 3 p.m. and they openly admitted most rooms weren't even ready at 3 p.m. So far everything about Akron is terrible. I will NEVER come back here.

Overcharged for room, mattresses stiff as a board, no coffee cups, current management is running it…read moreinto the ground. I would spend your money elsewhere. When I brought these things to the managers attention, it was all he could do to give me back the money I was overcharged, nothing else for the time I had to waste to get it. They should use this hotel as training for how to alienate customers. Two stars only for the location and because the staff at the Starbucks were really friendly

I love this place. I've watched two movies here and have had the best time! Great audience…read moreexperience and cool atmosphere

The Nightlight is one of my top three favorite places in Akron along with Akron Coffee Roasters…read moreright next door and Angel Falls down West Market. You can't go wrong spending a night at the Nightlight. You go to see a movie, something usually a bit more indie, a classic, or arthouse, and as soon as you step through the doors you're transported to a different world or a different time. (At least I am). And yet, it feels like a timeless place. Like this is a place that has always existed and will always exist. If I'm wandering through the post-apocalyptic wasteland and don't stumble upon the Nightlight I would be woefully surprised. It's mystical, know what I mean? They've just completed their ambitious second screen project. In the process, they've completely renovated their other spaces. You can now pick up a themed cocktail (or mocktail), a Norka or a Cheerwine at their extensive and sizable bar. There's plenty of seating at the counter if you'd care to take one and chat it up as if you're at a cocktail lounge. On the left side of the bar is a nice snack collection to choose from. Pick up all kinds of candy before you make your order for drinks and popcorn at the counter. They even have some vintage options that'll bring tears to your grandparents' eyes. The popcorn is everything you'd want from a movie theater, so don't miss out. They've also added a brand new movie library behind the bar. Here, you can take a plush chair by the fireplace and discuss whatever great movie you just got out of. It's the kind of place that makes you want to puff on pipe tobacco. Their bathrooms also got an overhaul! If you're a fan of The Shining, it'll feel like you stepped into the bathroom where Jack chats with Delbert Grady. I won't spoil the library. The second screen is a great addition. Now they can play more movies and host more showings. It's a beautiful theater as well. You'll have to see it and experience it for yourself. I'm obsessed with the red carpet. The whole place, not just the theaters, is dripping with style. They've captured and mastered an aesthetic. Not only do they create this space, they also partner with all kinds of other local venues for unique showings. Like Pulp Fiction at the Civic, The Shining at CVNP's lodge, and other classics at Lock 3 in the summer. You'll also get the chance to meet directors and producers who come to town with their films. As a writer, this is a special and encouraging experience for me. The executive director of the Nightlight, Jenn Kidd, is one of the kindest people you will meet. She makes everyone feel like a valued human being, not just a patron or customer. People are important to her, that's why she's helped create and foster this welcoming community space. And it does feel like that, a community. One that is safe and inclusive. All of the staff are lovely people. I don't tire of seeing them and hearing their thoughts about the movies. You'll meet all kinds of cool strangers as well. One of the best parts about the Nightlight is their membership program. They have varying levels, but honestly the gold tier is the way to go. For $20 a month, you can go to every showing. That's right, $20 a month gets you a ticket to every showing! On Mondays you can also bring a guest for free, along with several extra tickets to use at your discretion throughout the year. You also get free popcorn with every showing. It's a great deal, honestly, if you ask me it's a steal. Jenn, if you're reading this, make physical membership cards! It would be very very cool. I would pay extra for one, I'm so serious! I'm just imaging that bad boy in my wallet and it gives me a sweet feeling. Perhaps I'm just a mawkish sap. I moved back to Akron after living out of state for about 6 years. A lot of my old friends had moved away. Before I found a new group of great people, I didn't have all that much to do besides work, take care of my grandma (Mimi), and hangout around Angel Falls with my childhood bestie. How many times can you go to the Bomb Shelter without going a little crazy? And then the Nightlight showed me its face! I had somewhere to go, that changed a lot for me. Now I go to the Nightlight with so many different friends! I always take my out-of-towners as well. Full circle for me. I still love going alone too, that won't change. I also always meet great strangers there. Thanks for being that place for me for over a year now. It is truly a gem. Thanks for providing it! Check them out on social media and subscribe to their email list, you won't regret it. They're severely lacking in recent reviews, so give them a glowing one!

The #1 Venue in Akron, OH…read more Has 2 different levels that you can book. Beautiful venue, and very professional staff. Posh Venue besides the grand ballroom they also has a theater room and an overnight suite. I've been to a few events, and they were wonderful.

As one of the bridesmaids, I spent months helping prepare for this wedding. I made the bouquets by…read morehand, helped organize details behind the scenes, and was genuinely excited to celebrate one of my best friend's biggest days. First, I want to be fair because there were many things that were done well. The venue is absolutely beautiful, and the décor came together exactly as we had envisioned. It truly was a beautiful wedding. Many of our guests complimented the food, and several members of the staff, especially Iris at the bar and LaCiana, were incredibly kind, professional, and helpful throughout the day. Their efforts, especially when helping de-escalate stressful moments, did not go unnoticed. What made this experience so disappointing is that we've planned and executed a wedding ourselves before. It was on a much smaller budget and with only about a month to prepare, so we understand firsthand how much work goes into making a wedding successful. Because of that experience, hiring a venue that offered coordination was one of the easiest decisions to make. Not because we couldn't do it ourselves, but because we didn't want to. We wanted the bride and groom, their families, and the bridal party to simply enjoy the day while experienced professionals handled the logistics. Unfortunately, that's not how the day unfolded. Throughout the day, there were communication breakdowns, timeline confusion, setup issues, meal service problems, bar service concerns, and an abrupt end to the reception that left many guests unsure of what was happening. Instead of simply celebrating, members of the bridal party and family found themselves helping manage situations that should have been handled by the professionals hired to coordinate the event. As someone currently pursuing a Business Management degree, I couldn't help but notice that the biggest issue wasn't that mistakes happened. Every wedding has unexpected challenges. The difference is how those challenges are communicated, managed, and resolved. The venue has so much potential, which honestly makes this review even harder to write. I genuinely hope improvements are made because every couple deserves to spend their wedding day fully present, surrounded by the people they love, rather than relying on family and friends to help coordinate the event they paid professionals to manage.

Small and intimate vibe. Nice to hang out downtown Akron and to enjoy good quality wines and…read morecocktails.

The first time we visited, they'd run out of clean wine glasses and had to wait for the bartender…read moreto wash them by hand. Yep, a wine bar with not enough glasses. OK, whatever, they were busy. We were overcharged for our wine by a $1, but we let that go. The thing that annoyed me most was that they weren't even serving wine in the right glasses. There are red wine glasses and there are white wine glasses; You're a wine bar - serve it in the proper glass. So maybe it's just that one night when there was a crowd. Sadly, no. Went after work last week and only four other patrons. The three guys hanging out with owner all had red wine in red wine glasses, but the guy next to me got red wine in a white wine glass. So apparently they're just clueless. Or perhaps they were saving all the red wine glasses for friends of the owner. As far as wine selection, thumbs down. Maybe 20 whites, total. There are many, many restaurants with better selections, such as Papa Joe's, the Bistro in Kent, that will even serve your wine in the right wine glass -- imagine that! To be honest, I don't get the sense that they're taking their business seriously, more like, "Hey, let's open a wine bar! We don't know jack about wine or the service industry, but it couldn't possibly be THAT hard, right? We'll print up the wine lists on the home computer and put them in these 3 prong cardboard folders left over from when the kids were in middle school. Piece of cake."

I finally made it to the Dusty! My best friend came here quite a few times in college and we went…read morehere to drink to celebrate my birthday! I went to a college in a very small town much like Rootstown, so it brought back all the nostalgia for me from those days. I was so happy I could finally bust out my old boots! The exterior is nothing to look at from the road in the middle of nowhere. It seriously looks like your typical small dive bar. However, when you walk in, it's so much bigger than it looks from the outside! The bar has your typical selection of hard liquor that can be found in this type of bar, as well as a vast selection of bottled beer to choose from, which I was very impressed with. The bartender was very friendly and whipped up the drinks super quick, which was also a plus. We had already eaten a huge dinner before coming so we weren't hungry, but I took a look at the food menu and they had some tasty looking bar eats! The dance floor is also way bigger than you would think, complete with a stage, and concerts/events are often held here. It seriously looked a country nightclub! So cool! Unfortunately the evening we went was pretty slow, what with college kids not being back in school yet, so there wasn't many people dancing. That didn't bother me tho and I still had a great time dancing and drinking with my best friend! I would definitely like to come back if I'm down in that area cuz I like the relaxed, yet fun atmosphere!

Checking to see if anyone else is having issues of the dance floor ripping their soles of their…read moreboots up from the nails and poor repairs of the dance floor?? On a second pair of boots in just 8 months and only dancing once a week/there.