The best restaurants in Akron

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

6210 Brookpark Rd (Cleveland)

Traditional Mexican fare, such as fajitas, burritos & tacos, plus margaritas, in a vibrant setting.

4195 W 150th St (Cleveland)

Casual setting offering Mexican fare such as street tacos and fajitas, plus beer and margaritas.

5221 State Rd (Cleveland)

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch fare in a retro space featuring friendly service and home-style eats.

5109 Memphis Ave (Cleveland)

Popular quick-serve drive-in for juicy burgers, crispy extras and milkshakes served to cars.

7414 Brookpark Rd (Cleveland)

Filling station turned eatery serving up pizza & pub fare, with beer, wine & house martinis.

5701 Memphis Ave (Cleveland)

Akron comfort-food craving? The Lockview Restaurant is the local champion of grilled cheese, turning simple melts into ridiculous,…

207 S Main St

Opal On Pearl is that relaxed, modern bar you keep meaning to try, with a tight menu of wine, thoughtful cocktails, and crispy flatbreads…

4250 Pearl Rd (Cleveland)

Start your day with a buttery croissant and espresso, swing back for a Niçoise or the steak and Boursin baguette. By evening, Le Petit…

1881 Fulton Rd (Cleveland)

Craving legit Alabama-style barbecue without leaving CLE? Southern Bar-B-Que & Mini Mart turns out made-to-order smoked meats, stacked BBQ…

630 E 140th St (Cleveland)

Intimate spot featuring contemporary Italian dishes & daily seafood specials, plus outdoor seats.

11919 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

2870 W Market St (Fairlawn)

Modern bamboo-trimmed Vietnamese eatery for classic pho, noodle, rice & stir-fry dishes & cocktails.

2061 E 4th St (Cleveland)

Casual Japanese choice, offering a lengthy sushi menu plus hibachi fare, noodles & drinks.

295 Weatherstone Dr E (Wadsworth)

Classic Vietnamese dishes, including noodle soups & vermicelli, offered in a relaxed, comfy space.

3120 Superior Ave (Cleveland)

Restaurant, cocktail bar and market selling pasture-raised meats and seafood, plus deli grocery items.

98 N Main St (Hudson)

Upscale restaurant featuring Asian fusion fare and sushi.

1121 W 10th St (Cleveland)

Cool, bi-level, industrial-chic BBQ spot with communal tables & a long bar with many bourbons.

Mabel's BBQ, 2050 E 4th St (Cleveland)

Casual restaurant & bar with a menu of Italian faves & jars of its signature sauce & salsa for sale.

12207 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

This casual cafe serves up a menu of American comfort food in a colorful, art-adorned space.

2621 W 14th St (Cleveland)

Classic Italian fare & drinks in an elevated dining room with high ceilings & natural light.

100 St Clair Ave NE (Cleveland)

Pizza, chicken parmesan, lasagna, pasta and steak are served at this Italian eatery featuring a patio and friendly service.

1911 N Cleveland Massillon Rd

Upscale, old-school standby that offers everything from subs & salads to scallopines.

12020 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

Casual chain for burgers, shakes and tots, along with a bar and patio.

2105 Ontario St (Cleveland)

Laid-back eatery preparing ramen and other Asian noodles or stir-fries in a cozy space, plus fried rice and bubble tea.

677 Howe Ave (Cuyahoga Falls)

Laid-back BYOB serving up spicy Cambodian dishes & fruit smoothies in a simple venue.

1929 W 25th St (Cleveland)

Contemporary restaurant offering classic Italian dishes & regular wine tastings.

1000 Ghent Rd

BBQ and beer joints with patio seating plus margaritas and burgers.

4116 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

Italian dishes & drinks are served in a humble vintage setting with some sidewalk tables.

12112 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

Restaurant & bar chain serving New American fare, bison burgers & craft beer in a lively setting.

2120 E 4th St (Cleveland)

Laid-back restaurant specializing in burgers made with beef or black beans, plus wings and fries, beers and cocktails.

1200 W 76th St (Cleveland)

Trendy restaurant offering soul food such as wings, mac 'n' cheese, and cornbread.

1400 E 105th St (Cleveland)

Elegant spot for steak, seafood, wine & classic cocktails, plus weekly live entertainment.

826 N Cleveland Massillon Rd

Casual restaurant in the Arlington Ridge Marketplace offering sushi rolls, teriyaki plates, and bubble tea.

790 Arlington Ridge #227

Locally sourced & innovative bar bites & vegan options served in a contemporary setting with patio.

1909 W 25th St (Cleveland)

Family-owned pizzeria since 1970 offering specialty toppings, Italian sandwiches & other provisions.

2160 East Ave

A warm & comfortable diner serving classic American breakfast, omelettes & specialty sandwiches.

1688 W Market St

Quaint fixture serving up classic Italian fare, wine & desserts in a cozy setting.

12405 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

Eclectic hangout for breakfast and lunch with colorful decor and a relaxed air.

1491 Aster Ave

Low-key spot specializing in pho noodle soups & other traditional Vietnamese fare, plus bubble tea.

3030 Superior Ave #105 (Cleveland)

Unpretentious destination serving Japanese noodles & rice dishes, plus bubble tea.

234 Euclid Ave (Cleveland)

Italian fare & some Mediterranean dishes are presented in a quaint, muraled space with a full bar.

12200 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

Laid-back pizzeria, bar and sub shop, serving pizza, burgers, wings and more, with a beer list and games.

18 N High St

Classic Vietnamese noodle soups, sandwiches & stir-fries in an understated red & white dining room.

815 Superior Ave (Cleveland)

Bowl, soup and dumpling restaurant serving ramen, boba tea and other Asian favorites.

3900 Medina Rd W

Comfort food, specialty cocktails, and craft beer served in a rustic space with vintage decor.

1682 W Market St

Old-school Italian fare, like veal piccata & lasagna, in converted family home with Victorian decor.

12309 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

Cozy eatery serving American fare, burgers, steaks and pork belly, along with beer, wine and cocktails.

2058 E 4th St (Cleveland)

Drive-thru barbeque joint dishing up pulled pork, brisket and ribs.

962 Broad (Wadsworth)

Large, rustic-chic venue with an open kitchen & deck offering creative Italian & New American fare.

5430 Massillon Rd (Canton)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

2839 E Waterloo Rd

Cozy upscale restaurant featuring steaks, pasta and cocktails, along with a piano player.

1 S Main St

Vibrant, casual sports bar with famous wings & 21 signature sauces, plus other classic pub eats.

3995 Jennings Rd (Cleveland)

Specialty sushi rolls & traditional Thai dishes are featured at this relaxed restaurant.

514 E Exchange St

Enduring Italian eatery featuring pasta, steak & seafood, plus a cocktail lounge.

368 Portage Lakes Drive

Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

1600 W 2nd St (Cleveland)

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

1965 E 6th St (Cleveland)

Sashimi and sushi eatery serving Japanese-inspired cocktails, plus fusion cuisine.

2079 E 4th St (Cleveland)

Popular BBQ joint offering ribs, chicken, burgers, and sides, plus delivery.

1364 Copley Rd

A quaint spot offering an Iberian menu with a seafood focus, plus a lengthy wine list & a full bar.

1390 W 9th St (Cleveland)

Casual restaurant serving wood-smoked barbecue and comfort food such as poutine and mac ’n’ cheese.

11637 Clifton Blvd (Cleveland)

Creative gastropub featuring craft cocktails and elevated cuisine in a stylish setting.

3492 S Arlington Rd

Homey brewpub offering creative, locally sourced bar food, a bike tune-up station & a beer garden.

1859 W 25th St (Cleveland)

Casual eatery and bar featuring Japanese dishes including sushi and Chinese fare.

491 E Waterloo Rd

Hip daytime eatery & bakery with a local, seasonal menu of creative New American dishes.

777 Starkweather Ave (Cleveland)

Floor-to-ceiling windows line this elegant New American restaurant at the Sheraton Hotel.

1989 Front St (Cuyahoga Falls)

Casual eatery specializing in classic soul food, including fried chicken and barbecued pulled pork.

Inside Northside Marketplace, 21 Furnace St

Thai curries, noodle dishes, and other Asian entrees offered in a casual setting.

501 N Main St

Relaxed chain serving Carolina-style BBQ, including pulled pork & ribs, plus Southern sides.

620 Ridgewood Crossing Dr (Fairlawn)

Homestyle American breakfast & lunch dishes offered in an intimate, eclectic atmosphere.

2202 Front St (Cuyahoga Falls)

Light & contemporary riverfront restaurant with a terrace & a modern menu including sharing plates.

1146 Old River Rd (Cleveland)

Lively eatery & bar serving BBQ & other Southern comfort food in spacious, industrial-chic quarters.

16700 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

Casual restaurant serving familiar Japanese staples, plus pho and Thai dishes.

604 S Canton Rd

Area-sourced eats focused on fried chicken with a range of signature sauces in a hip counter-serve.

Moen Club, 100 Alfred Lerner Way (Cleveland)

Cozy spot in Northside Marketplace offering sandwiches, salads, vegan fare, and cocktails, plus bar games.

21 Furnace St

Eclectic eatery and bar offering traditional Latin American fare, cocktails, and live music.

12718 Larchmere Blvd (Cleveland)

Funky hangout serving global small & large plates plus weekend brunch in a converted house.

2061 W 10th St (Cleveland)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

1698 W Market St Ste 13

Casual eatery in the historic market, dishing up down-home American eats for breakfast & lunch.

1979 W 25th St (Cleveland)

Small, pared-down eatery serving a variety of familiar Vietnamese & Chinese dishes.

11725 Snow Rd (Cleveland)

Upscale venue serving Italian fare such as seafood pescatori and lobster ravioli in a romantic setting.

10031 Detroit Ave (Cleveland)

Hipster eatery with an industrial-chic look turning out inventive American plates & eclectic drinks.

17446 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

Upscale, contemporary French destination with patio seating, cheese courses & wine.

11401 Bellflower Rd (Cleveland)

Casual spot with rustic decor serving burgers and other dishes made with hand-selected meats and cheeses.

2231 Front St (Cuyahoga Falls)

Pan-Asian eats including Americanized items (sushi pizza, duck fajitas) & other fusion fare.

1375 N Portage Path

Casual eatery churning out pizzas, subs, salads and wings, plus take-out and delivery.

640 W Portage Trl Ext

Upscale venue featuring a rooftop bar, a speakeasy, and fine dining with vegetarian options.

797 E Market St

Casual spot for burgers and fried treats such as seafood and catfish, as well as BBQ.

9615 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

Casual restaurant in Asian Town Center featuring Vietnamese comfort food like pho.

1541 E 38th St First Floor (Cleveland)

Down-home institution offering hearty pies & other classic Italian eats in a comfortable atmosphere.

105 N Main St

Counter-serve spot for breakfast sandwiches and housemade pies, plus coffee and grab-and-go options.

2173 Professor Ave (Cleveland)

Local watering hole offering burgers, specialty cocktails, and beers, plus vegetarian and gluten-free options.

1031 Literary Rd (Cleveland)

Traditional & modern Italian dishes presented in a white-tablecloth dining room & a buzzy bar.

566 White Pond Dr

This family-run restaurant offers Southern Italian dishes plus steaks & seafood in a casual setting.

1561 Akron Peninsula Rd

Intimate hangout offering traditional Italian classics plus a full bar in an informal setting.

2644 W 41st St (Cleveland)

Hip outfit serving carefully sourced dishes along with cold-pressed juice, cocktails & craft beer.

2000 E 9th St (Cleveland)

Cozy cafe offering breakfast and lunch options in a family-friendly atmosphere.

2215 E Waterloo Rd

A Thai-Japanese hybrid offering beer, wine & specialty cocktails in a contemporary room.

326 S Main St #1204

Old-school spot with a nostalgic vibe doling out such fare as Reuben pizzas & bacon fat boy burgers.

870 N Cleveland Massillon Rd

Cozy, modern, hip eatery serving burgers and waffles alongside craft beers, spirits, wine and cocktails.

1846 Front St (Cuyahoga Falls)

Eatery serving modern takes on Southern cuisine, with signature cocktails, in atmospheric digs.

4211 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

A diverse menu with global influences is presented in a colorful, contemporary, art-filled setting.

156 S Main St

Counter-order restaurant serving design-your-own Italian food including wraps, pastas & salads.

46 N Hawkins Ave

Bustling space serving breakfast staples, plus lunch options, salads and cocktails.

3900 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

Casual barbecue restaurant with smoked meats and sides, plus catering services, and a kids' menu.

3765 Ridge Rd (Cleveland)

Casual hangout specializing in smoked meats such as brisket, ribs and pulled pork along with wings and sides.

11634 Madison Ave (Cleveland)