The best restaurants in Cuyahoga Falls

118 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Rasicci's Pizza

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Carry-out spot for Italian staples, including thin-crust & deep-dish pizza, chicken & subs.

513 E Cuyahoga Falls Ave (Akron)

Carry-out spot for Italian staples, including thin-crust & deep-dish pizza, chicken & subs.

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Romeo's Pizza

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Traditional pizzeria chain also serving loaded breadsticks, wings, subs, strombolis & calzones.

31 Erie Rd (Tallmadge)

Traditional pizzeria chain also serving loaded breadsticks, wings, subs, strombolis & calzones.

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Citizen Pie

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Neapolitan pizzas are served in easygoing digs with an open kitchen & colorful Pop Art.

15710 Waterloo Rd #1660 (Cleveland)

Neapolitan pizzas are served in easygoing digs with an open kitchen & colorful Pop Art.

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Snug, utilitarian pizzeria dispensing specialty pies & subs, plus classic sides like wings & salads.

Corner Clifton and, 11620 Clifton Blvd, W 117th St (Cleveland)

Snug, utilitarian pizzeria dispensing specialty pies & subs, plus classic sides like wings & salads.

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Unfussy stop for Italian & American comfort foods, including pizza, burgers, pasta & wings.

547 Sackett Ave

Unfussy stop for Italian & American comfort foods, including pizza, burgers, pasta & wings.

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Altieri's Pizza

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Iconic pizzeria, known for quirky housemade pies & Buffalo wings, that dishes up a mix of crusts.

3291 Kent Rd (Stow)

Iconic pizzeria, known for quirky housemade pies & Buffalo wings, that dishes up a mix of crusts.

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Hibachi Japan

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Chefs fire steak & seafood on tabletop grills at this Japanese spot also serving sushi & cocktails.

1803 Front St

Chefs fire steak & seafood on tabletop grills at this Japanese spot also serving sushi & cocktails.

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Chicken and pizza joint serving sandwiches such as the Philly cheesesteak and the gyro.

380 E Glenwood Ave (Akron)

Chicken and pizza joint serving sandwiches such as the Philly cheesesteak and the gyro.

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Italian fare in a strip-mall setting, offering pizza & stromboli from housemade dough.

7565 Pearl Rd (Cleveland)

Italian fare in a strip-mall setting, offering pizza & stromboli from housemade dough.

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Brick-and-mortar extension of a popular food truck offering familiar Mexican eats such as burritos and tacos.

2404 State Rd

Brick-and-mortar extension of a popular food truck offering familiar Mexican eats such as burritos and tacos.

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

2929 State Rd

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

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Familiar Mexican eats (from quesadillas to fajitas) & festive margaritas, plus a lively happy hour.

657 Portage Trail

Familiar Mexican eats (from quesadillas to fajitas) & festive margaritas, plus a lively happy hour.

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Enchiladas, margaritas, and other Mexican staples served in a casual setting at the Plaza at Chapel Hill Shopping Center.

400 Howe Ave

Enchiladas, margaritas, and other Mexican staples served in a casual setting at the Plaza at Chapel Hill Shopping Center.

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Updated Italian entrees & wood-fired pizzas in a classy restaurant that has live music & cocktails.

2251 Front St

Updated Italian entrees & wood-fired pizzas in a classy restaurant that has live music & cocktails.

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Dark, wood-paneled venue with a low-key vibe for Mexican staples & pitchers of frozen margaritas.

1313 W 117th St (Cleveland)

Dark, wood-paneled venue with a low-key vibe for Mexican staples & pitchers of frozen margaritas.

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Informal banquet hall for pasta nights, weddings and private events.

570 E Cuyahoga Falls Ave (Akron)

Informal banquet hall for pasta nights, weddings and private events.

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Third Place

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Easygoing game-day spot featuring bar grub & draft beer, plus arcade games, pool & a jukebox.

3314 Warren Rd (Cleveland)

Easygoing game-day spot featuring bar grub & draft beer, plus arcade games, pool & a jukebox.

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Romeo's Pizza

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Traditional pizzeria chain also serving loaded breadsticks, wings, subs, strombolis & calzones.

69 Graham Rd

Traditional pizzeria chain also serving loaded breadsticks, wings, subs, strombolis & calzones.

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Ichiban Sushi

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Casual Japanese eatery offering sushi plus hibachi, teriyaki, and bento box meals.

1969 State Rd

Casual Japanese eatery offering sushi plus hibachi, teriyaki, and bento box meals.

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Casual restaurant offering classic Mexican fare, including burritos, enchiladas, and margaritas, plus live music.

76 West Ave (Tallmadge)

Casual restaurant offering classic Mexican fare, including burritos, enchiladas, and margaritas, plus live music.

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Family-friendly Mexican restaurant featuring steaks and seafood, plus margs.

4161 Steels Pointe #500 (Stow)

Family-friendly Mexican restaurant featuring steaks and seafood, plus margs.

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Casual Mexican restaurant with enchiladas, fajitas, margaritas, and a patio, plus a kids' menu.

3254 Kent Rd (Stow)

Casual Mexican restaurant with enchiladas, fajitas, margaritas, and a patio, plus a kids' menu.

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Casual Mexican restaurant preparing enchiladas, tamales, tacos, and other familiar dishes.

608 E Cuyahoga Falls Ave (Akron)

Casual Mexican restaurant preparing enchiladas, tamales, tacos, and other familiar dishes.

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Live music venue featuring a full bar and gluten-free food, along with weekend brunch.

Jilly's Music Room, 111 N Main St (Akron)

Live music venue featuring a full bar and gluten-free food, along with weekend brunch.

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Donatos Pizza

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Chain selling crispy pizzas featuring provolone cheese & lots of toppings, plus oven-baked subs.

1710 State Rd

Chain selling crispy pizzas featuring provolone cheese & lots of toppings, plus oven-baked subs.

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Laid-back hangout serving upmarket American standards & craft beer in a vintage-inspired space.

1824 Merriman Rd (Akron)

Laid-back hangout serving upmarket American standards & craft beer in a vintage-inspired space.

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Rocco's Pizza

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Family-run institution dishing up traditional pies, fried chicken & popular "Rocky" potatoes.

1053 Portage Trail

Family-run institution dishing up traditional pies, fried chicken & popular "Rocky" potatoes.

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Casual food truck doling out street-style tacos and other Mexican dishes for lunch and dinner.

813 Elma St (Akron)

Casual food truck doling out street-style tacos and other Mexican dishes for lunch and dinner.

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Family-run eatery featuring classic Tex-Mex fare in a festive setting.

1562 Akron Peninsula Rd #106 (Akron)

Family-run eatery featuring classic Tex-Mex fare in a festive setting.

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Colorful, established cafe focused on build-it-yourself burritos, plus a few other familiar items.

869 E 185th St (Cleveland)

Colorful, established cafe focused on build-it-yourself burritos, plus a few other familiar items.

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Danny Boys

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Traditional & unique pizzas, plus pasta plates & sandwiches, in a nostalgic setting.

10 Tallmadge Cir (Tallmadge)

Traditional & unique pizzas, plus pasta plates & sandwiches, in a nostalgic setting.

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

6210 Brookpark Rd (Cleveland)

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

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

4195 W 150th St (Cleveland)

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

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Fiesta Vallarta

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

5221 State Rd (Cleveland)

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

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The City Diner

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

5109 Memphis Ave (Cleveland)

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

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

7414 Brookpark Rd (Cleveland)

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

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

5701 Memphis Ave (Cleveland)

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

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

207 S Main St (Akron)

Akron comfort-food craving? The Lockview Restaurant is the local champion of grilled cheese, turning simple melts into ridiculous, craveable stacks with smart add-ons and plenty of crispy edges. Pair it with a cocktail, wine, or beer, settle in, and remember why carbs and cheese remain undefeated.

From the Akron newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Opal On Pearl

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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)

Opal On Pearl is that relaxed, modern bar you keep meaning to try, with a tight menu of wine, thoughtful cocktails, and crispy flatbreads that actually deliver. Grab a seat this week, swap the group chat for real conversation, and let their kitchen handle the snacking.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 3, 2026

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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)

Start your day with a buttery croissant and espresso, swing back for a Niçoise or the steak and Boursin baguette. By evening, Le Petit Triangle Cafe becomes the cozy spot for wine, savory crepes, escargots and boeuf bourguignon... basically a Paris mini-break without leaving Ohio City.

From the Parma newsletter, August 8, 2026

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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)

Craving legit Alabama-style barbecue without leaving CLE? Southern Bar-B-Que & Mini Mart turns out made-to-order smoked meats, stacked BBQ sandwiches, and savory sides, then lets you grab snacks and drinks from the mini mart on your way out. Comfort food, zero fuss, all Southern hospitality.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Etna

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

11919 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

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

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Saigon Restaurant & Bar keeps it authentic with handmade summer rolls and a comforting pho broth simmered for over 24 hours, plus all the…

2061 E 4th St (Cleveland)

Saigon Restaurant & Bar keeps it authentic with handmade summer rolls and a comforting pho broth simmered for over 24 hours, plus all the classics you crave this week. Perfect for a low-key dinner or a get-together, and if the couch is winning they make it easy to order online or cater the spread.

From the Parma newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Number One Pho

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

3120 Superior Ave (Cleveland)

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

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Upscale restaurant featuring Asian fusion fare and sushi.

1121 W 10th St (Cleveland)

Upscale restaurant featuring Asian fusion fare and sushi.

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Mabel's BBQ

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

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

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

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When you want traditional, scratch-made Italian without the fuss, Trattoria Roman Garden in Little Italy has you covered. Order online for…

12207 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

When you want traditional, scratch-made Italian without the fuss, Trattoria Roman Garden in Little Italy has you covered. Order online for quick pickup or delivery, or let their seasoned team cater and host your next celebration so you can just show up and enjoy.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 13, 2026

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Grumpy's Cafe

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

2621 W 14th St (Cleveland)

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

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Il Venetian

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

100 St Clair Ave NE (Cleveland)

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

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

12020 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

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

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Wahlburgers

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

2105 Ontario St (Cleveland)

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

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Umami Noodle

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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

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

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

1929 W 25th St (Cleveland)

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

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Quaint bakery/cafe offering an array of European-style pastries & a menu of farm-fresh light fare.

1970 State Rd

Quaint bakery/cafe offering an array of European-style pastries & a menu of farm-fresh light fare.

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

4116 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

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

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La Dolce Vita

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

12112 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

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

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

2120 E 4th St (Cleveland)

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

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

1200 W 76th St (Cleveland)

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

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Step into a Prohibition-chic omakase where a 12-course Edomae lineup meets cheeky upgrades to the 17-course Bougie or Bou Reserve, with…

1515 W 3rd St (Cleveland)

Step into a Prohibition-chic omakase where a 12-course Edomae lineup meets cheeky upgrades to the 17-course Bougie or Bou Reserve, with seasonal imported fish and spot-on craft cocktails, sake, beer and wine pairings.

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Pizza 77

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Craving takeout that hits the Akron sweet spot this week, without the pork? Pizza 77 turns out beef pepperoni classics, creamy Chicken…

374 S Main St (Akron) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Craving takeout that hits the Akron sweet spot this week, without the pork?

From the Akron newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Comfort CLE

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

1400 E 105th St (Cleveland)

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

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TownHall

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

1909 W 25th St (Cleveland)

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

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Eye Opener

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

1688 W Market St (Akron)

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

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

12405 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

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

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Superior Phở

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

3030 Superior Ave #105 (Cleveland)

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

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

234 Euclid Ave (Cleveland)

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

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

12200 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

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

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

18 N High St (Akron) · ✓ checked Aug 13

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

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

815 Superior Ave (Cleveland)

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

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Barrelhouse

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

1682 W Market St (Akron)

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

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

12309 Mayfield Rd (Cleveland)

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

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Cordelia

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

2058 E 4th St (Cleveland)

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

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

1 S Main St (Akron)

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

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

3995 Jennings Rd (Cleveland)

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

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Taste of Bangkok

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

514 E Exchange St (Akron)

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

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

1600 W 2nd St (Cleveland)

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

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

1965 E 6th St (Cleveland)

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

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Goma | Japanese

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

2079 E 4th St (Cleveland)

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

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Mallorca

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

1390 W 9th St (Cleveland)

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

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

11637 Clifton Blvd (Cleveland)

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

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Nano Brew Cleveland is the go to in Ohio City for juicy, 100% Angus burgers on pillowy potato buns and an ever changing lineup of…

1859 W 25th St (Cleveland)

Nano Brew Cleveland is the go to in Ohio City for juicy, 100% Angus burgers on pillowy potato buns and an ever changing lineup of experimental house and guest beers. Grab a seat in the multistory beer garden with treehouse vibes, order tots with all the sauces, and thank yourself later.

From the Parma newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Lucky's Café

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

777 Starkweather Ave (Cleveland)

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

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

1989 Front St

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

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

Inside Northside Marketplace, 21 Furnace St (Akron)

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

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

501 N Main St (Akron)

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

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Flury's Cafe

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

2202 Front St

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

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The Lakehouse

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

1146 Old River Rd (Cleveland)

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

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Hatfield's

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

16700 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

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

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Sauce the City

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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)

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

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

21 Furnace St (Akron)

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

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

12718 Larchmere Blvd (Cleveland)

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

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Fat Cats

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

2061 W 10th St (Cleveland)

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

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Wingstop

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

1698 W Market St Ste 13 (Akron)

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

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

1979 W 25th St (Cleveland)

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

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

11725 Snow Rd (Cleveland)

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

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

10031 Detroit Ave (Cleveland)

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

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

17446 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

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

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L'Albatros

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Set in an old carriage house on the Case Western Reserve campus, L'Albatros serves beautifully prepared French brasserie fare in a quaint,…

11401 Bellflower Rd (Cleveland)

Set in an old carriage house on the Case Western Reserve campus, L'Albatros serves beautifully prepared French brasserie fare in a quaint, romantic setting. When your Parma routine needs a touch of Paris, this cozy spot delivers plates worth lingering over and conversations that somehow run past dessert.

From the Parma newsletter, August 15, 2026

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

2231 Front St

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

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

1375 N Portage Path (Akron)

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

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

640 W Portage Trl Ext (Akron)

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

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

797 E Market St (Akron)

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

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Stuff Yourself

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

9615 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

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

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

1541 E 38th St First Floor (Cleveland)

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

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

105 N Main St (Akron)

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

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

2173 Professor Ave (Cleveland)

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

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Literary Tavern

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

1031 Literary Rd (Cleveland)

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

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Papa Joe's

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

1561 Akron Peninsula Rd (Akron)

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

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

2644 W 41st St (Cleveland)

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

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Betts

Restaurants

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

2000 E 9th St (Cleveland)

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

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

326 S Main St #1204 (Akron)

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

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Butcher & Sprout

Restaurants

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

1846 Front St

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

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

4211 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

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

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Crave

Restaurants

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

156 S Main St (Akron)

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

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

46 N Hawkins Ave (Akron)

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

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Juneberry Table

Restaurants

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

3900 Lorain Ave (Cleveland)

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

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

3765 Ridge Rd (Cleveland)

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

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

11634 Madison Ave (Cleveland)

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

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