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    Valley Cafe

    4.1 (133 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Joseph B.

    Just moved to The Valley and I got blessed with an awesome breakfast -lunch spot. They apparently must treat the staff well because there's a lot of them. I have been there twice in the few weeks I have lived here and both times I didn't leave disappointed. As a matter of fact I might have created more fans because I was not alone. Small place, but outdoor dining is available. They close at 3. It's a nice atmosphere. Very relaxing and a great menu. I plan on returning. There's a lot a tasty looking food I have yet to try. BTW- good coffee.

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    Doris E.

    Made our first visit to this local breakfast and lunch spot this week. The inside was a pleasant surprise; it's so pretty and cozy and cheerful. There were a lot of outdoor tables too, and the whole place was busy on a Tuesday afternoon. I chose the French Toast with sausage and it was excellent. Service was diner-style - proficient and kind of minimal. The only real drawback was the temperature; the AC was cranking and I was cold even with a sweatshirt on. I'll look forward to visiting again in the fall.

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    Kayy P.

    *** This review was a drafted review that mistakenly got saved as a draft and not posted. Contains seasonal items that may not be currently available *** Atmosphere: this little cafe is just as inviting as its sister location in Wadsworth. What's great about this location is that they serve alcohol on Sundays as opposed to the Wadsworth location that doesn't because of city regulations. The people are very nice and it was very clean and well lit. Bustling with laughter from other families and everyone enjoying themselves. Food: I went with my friend and she got the eggs Benedict that she absolutely devoured. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the presentation was beautiful as well. She had a seasonal iced coffee and it tasted exactly like a birthday cake but not over sweet. I got what I always get. The crispy chicken sandwich and I always customize it to make it like a chicken club with lettuce, Swiss, bacon and Mayo. Literally the only place around that makes a chicken sandwich I can not get enough of. I had a couple different mimosas as well and they were both delicious. I truly can't think of a single complaint with the food or service. Everyone is so funny, nice and wonderful there. We return often!

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    Lauren W.

    Such a hidden gem in merriman valley. Warm dive vibe for sure. Huge menu with so many options for vegetarians to big meat eaters. Love all the boozy drink options and specialty coffee drinks. If you love spice the spicy biscuits and gravy was amazing. Outdoor seating available but come early fills up fast. Will be back for sure. My new favorite breakfast place of 2024!!!

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    James C.

    Clean, friendly, quality breakfast. I had the sausage biscuit and gray bowl. It was served in a cast iron pan and was a good amount of food. My first bite was a cold piece of sausage. That must have eluded the heat because the rest of the dish was nice and hot. I'd com back. Gone are the days of a $10 breakfast with coffee. Breakfast was $14-15 and the coffee was $3.50. $24 with tip...it was good. I don't know if it was "that" good.

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    Maddie T.

    This is our favorite breakfast place. Rachel pretty much always serves us and she is great. The best things on the menu are Dan's Barnyard, and THE GLAZED AMISH CINNAMON TOAST! It's truly to die for.

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    The food is delicious and service is great. It's a very friendly environment. One of my favorite breakfast spots in Akron.

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    9 years ago

    Great food! Great & sincere servers! Crazy different menu. Definitely not a basic diner.

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    9 years ago

    Love this place! Diner feel with natural, fresh ingredients! Service was great!! Will definitely return.

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    11 years ago

    Best diner ever - the breakfast food was delicious as was the coffee. Service was tops - judo to chef and service staff.

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    Awesome breakfast and good coffee! Very friendly servers shout out to our fav server in town michael! 10/10 would reccomend

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    The Blue Door Cafe & Bakery

    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    •$$

    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.

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    Michael's AM - Shrimp and Grits

    Michael's AM

    3.6(94 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Today my good friend and I went to Michael's for brunch - we had a server named Ashley who was…read moresimply put - Phenomenal! She was everything a good server should be and made our fabulous experience that much better! The food there is awesome but Ashley just added a whole new level to our experience! It's a MUST go to!! Thanks, Ashley - we will be back!!

    What a delicious mistake!…read more A friend and I enjoy exploring different corners of Akron, finding new places to walk around and grab lunch. While driving through what locals call "The Valley," I noticed the large new sign for Michael's A.M. and decided we should give it a try. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed. The patio area was clean and inviting, and the inside was equally spotless. We were quickly seated, and our server, Charles, greeted us almost immediately. He was friendly, attentive, and told us he inherited his beautiful blue eyes from his mother--a fun little conversation that made us smile. My friend ordered the Strawberry Crêpes, which were soft and filled with fresh strawberries, topped with a rich cream sauce and generous whipped cream. She absolutely loved them. I went in a savory direction and ordered the Reuben sandwich with house-made chips. The sandwich was delicious--grilled rye bread piled with corned beef and sauerkraut. I especially appreciated that the Thousand Island dressing was served on the side, allowing me to add as much or as little as I wanted. The chips were freshly made, although they were seasoned with an onion-flavored seasoning that wasn't quite to my taste. I would have preferred simple salt, but that's purely personal preference. My husband ended up enjoying the leftover chips when I brought them home! One thing that stood out was Charles's attention to detail. When I packed up half of my sandwich, he even offered a separate container for the extra Thousand Island dressing. It was a small gesture, but very thoughtful. The restaurant was busy with people of all ages, and there seemed to be plenty of staff to keep things running smoothly. The menu is available all day, so you can enjoy breakfast or lunch whenever you visit--which I assume is the inspiration behind the "A.M." name. I noticed several menu favorites being recommended, including their quiche, Eggs Benedict, and vegetarian options. They're open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and most meals appear to fall in the $10-$20 range per person. We took a chance on a restaurant we'd never visited before, and I'm so glad we did. I can't wait to go back and try breakfast next time!

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    Vicious Biscuit - Egg White Omelet

    Vicious Biscuit

    4.5(140 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    Newbies here, traveling from michigan. Intrigued by the menu and delighted to try something…read moredifferent. A bit concerned if you here would be any dishes for vegetarians. Staff was very helpful and flexible in n serving is the perfect dish. Hubby ordered Auevos Rancheros and I ordered a modified Old School , subbing out the meat for pancakes. Delish!

    Visited Vicious Biscuit with the family today around 9:48 am. We observed that you wait in line,…read moreplace your order, seat yourself with your assigned number, and wait for your food to be delivered. We grabbed menus near the entrance so we could pick what we wanted while waiting in line. When we ordered, there was a place to drop off the menus. On this inaugural visit, I requested the shrimp and grits, fresh orange juice, and beignets. We found a table for four and seated ourselves. The place was nearly full with one room cordoned off for only the busiest of times. While we waited, I visited the jam bar to get some butter. Soon, our food was delivered. The fresh squeezed orange juice was very tasty. I definitely enjoyed that. The portion sizes were good. I was afraid they might be small, given the price. The biscuits were large and good, but they are different than southern style biscuits. They can easily be cut with a fork, but also remain stable enough to eat with your fork after cutting. My shrimp was seasoned well and cooked perfectly. I think they put six medium-large shrimp in the dish. The grits were also not the typical southern style. They were creamy, but still very good. The dish was tasty and very satisfying. The beignets were delicious! They were served with whipped cream and fresh strawberries. Excellent! Our server was friendly and quick. Very good quality. Very good service. The only drawback here is the price. As we exited, the line was out the door.

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    Ryes and Shine - Shrimp Po boy (special)

    Ryes and Shine

    3.4(40 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    We are on our way to a West Virginia vacation and we wanted to stop in and get something to eat and…read morethe wife found this place. When we got in we saw a lot of older ladies and gents and that usually tells me that the food is gonna be good because older people don't pick bad restaurants. There was no wait in line at all we were seated right away. I had the coffee and the coffee was just ok. I also ordered the Old Fashioned(Buckeye Old Fashioned but where I'm from in Michigan we don't say that B work out loud lol) and they was very chocolatey and delicious. Then I ordered the Fried Chicken Skillet, it had EVERYTHING you could want for a breakfast: Fried Chicken, Biscuits & Gravy, Yoke filled Eggs and soft but crunchy potatoes, it was divine and there was so much food in the skillet I had to take some to go cause I couldn't eat it all. The ambience was very nice and very up north looking (even though it isn't up north for me). The food here was really good,the wait staff is amazing and the waitress we had, I didn't know her name but she had a lot of tattoos, but she was Phenomenal at her job. Everything here was perfect and would love to eat here again.

    The service was the shining light for this brunch restaurant. I cannot stress enough how kind and…read moreattentive they were the entire time we were here from start to finish. The restaurant was also very well kept, clean, recently redone, and quiet so you can enjoy your meal. The meal was where I get a little let down. Their pancakes and sunny side up egg were perfect, and I feel as though the rest of their sweet/griddle items could be just as delicious. Their other savory dishes get a little... adventurous... when it comes to seasoning and overall cook. I am sure I will be back since I am an absolute fiend for all things breakfast, but I will probably stick to my sweet breakfast next time.

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