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Welcome to Akron!

Food scene

Lock 15 Brewing Company is a unique craft brewery located in Akron! The brewery offers a wide range of freshly brewed beers, from classic styles to modern experimental brews. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with friendly staff and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating areas. The brewery also has a restaurant serving delicious American cuisine, including appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and entrees. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and vegetarian and vegan options. With its location along the Ohio and Erie Canalway, Lock 15 offers scenic views and easy access to hiking and biking trails. While staying with us, Lock 15 Brewing Company is definitely worth a visit for a fun and delicious experience.
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Lock 15 Brewing Company
21 W North St
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Lock 15 Brewing Company is a unique craft brewery located in Akron! The brewery offers a wide range of freshly brewed beers, from classic styles to modern experimental brews. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with friendly staff and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating areas. The brewery also has a restaurant serving delicious American cuisine, including appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and entrees. The menu features locally sourced ingredients and vegetarian and vegan options. With its location along the Ohio and Erie Canalway, Lock 15 offers scenic views and easy access to hiking and biking trails. While staying with us, Lock 15 Brewing Company is definitely worth a visit for a fun and delicious experience.
Great drinks, creative menu, ideal setting! Prompt service. Easy to park across the street and walk right in!
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Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant
326 S Main St
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Great drinks, creative menu, ideal setting! Prompt service. Easy to park across the street and walk right in!
Located in Akron’s super cute market district with other vendors/shops and it is right next to a few other restaurants. Everything is made fresh to order and is locally sourced.
NOMZ
21 Furnace St
Located in Akron’s super cute market district with other vendors/shops and it is right next to a few other restaurants. Everything is made fresh to order and is locally sourced.
Hands down the best restaurant in Summit County. Food is always so good, Dante has creative new dishes often, and the staff is so great. It's my favorite restaurant and I bring everyone here who visits. They make great drinks too!
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Dante Boccuzzi Akron
21 Furnace St
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Hands down the best restaurant in Summit County. Food is always so good, Dante has creative new dishes often, and the staff is so great. It's my favorite restaurant and I bring everyone here who visits. They make great drinks too!
Upscale dining located in downtown Akron. Try the calamari, salmon, short ribs, and chocolate torte! Everything is delicious and the whole menu looks appetizing. Complements to the Chef on presentation and vast array of flavors/textures with each dish. Expect to take your time eating, it’s not a rushed experience if you are limited on time.
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Crave
156 E Market St
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Upscale dining located in downtown Akron. Try the calamari, salmon, short ribs, and chocolate torte! Everything is delicious and the whole menu looks appetizing. Complements to the Chef on presentation and vast array of flavors/textures with each dish. Expect to take your time eating, it’s not a rushed experience if you are limited on time.
The Blue Door Cafe & Bakery is a charming cafe and bakery located in Akron, Ohio that offers a menu of breakfast and lunch items, as well as baked goods and coffee. The cafe features a cozy atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, and the menu includes a variety of fresh, homemade options made with locally sourced ingredients.
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The Blue Door Café & Bakery
1970 State Rd
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The Blue Door Cafe & Bakery is a charming cafe and bakery located in Akron, Ohio that offers a menu of breakfast and lunch items, as well as baked goods and coffee. The cafe features a cozy atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, and the menu includes a variety of fresh, homemade options made with locally sourced ingredients.
Health food grocery store with terrific cafe on the top floor. Great views of Highland Square and cozy sitting areas. The Mustard Seed Market and Cafe is a natural and organic foods market located in Akron, Ohio that features a cafe offering a menu of healthy, plant-based options made with organic ingredients. The market offers a variety of organic and locally sourced groceries, supplements, and personal care products. The cafe features a cozy atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, and the menu includes a range of salads, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, and fresh juices.
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The Mustard Seed Market and Cafe
867 W Market St
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Health food grocery store with terrific cafe on the top floor. Great views of Highland Square and cozy sitting areas. The Mustard Seed Market and Cafe is a natural and organic foods market located in Akron, Ohio that features a cafe offering a menu of healthy, plant-based options made with organic ingredients. The market offers a variety of organic and locally sourced groceries, supplements, and personal care products. The cafe features a cozy atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, and the menu includes a range of salads, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, and fresh juices.
Laid-back venue with a patio specializing in grilled cheese sandwiches, plus cocktails, wine & large beer selection!
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The Lockview
207 S Main St
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Laid-back venue with a patio specializing in grilled cheese sandwiches, plus cocktails, wine & large beer selection!
The Merchant Tavern is a trendy gastropub located in Akron, Ohio. The restaurant features a cozy, vintage-inspired decor with an open-concept kitchen, exposed brick walls, and a bar with a wide selection of craft beers and cocktails. The menu is inspired by classic American and European pub fare, with a modern twist. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes, such as burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, and small plates, using locally sourced ingredients. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available. The Merchant Tavern also offers a unique brunch menu on weekends, with items like avocado toast, house-made pastries, and craft cocktails. The staff is friendly and attentive, making the dining experience a pleasant one. If you're in Akron, The Merchant Tavern is a must-visit spot for a delicious meal and good vibes.
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The Merchant Tavern
1824 Merriman Rd
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The Merchant Tavern is a trendy gastropub located in Akron, Ohio. The restaurant features a cozy, vintage-inspired decor with an open-concept kitchen, exposed brick walls, and a bar with a wide selection of craft beers and cocktails. The menu is inspired by classic American and European pub fare, with a modern twist. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes, such as burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, and small plates, using locally sourced ingredients. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available. The Merchant Tavern also offers a unique brunch menu on weekends, with items like avocado toast, house-made pastries, and craft cocktails. The staff is friendly and attentive, making the dining experience a pleasant one. If you're in Akron, The Merchant Tavern is a must-visit spot for a delicious meal and good vibes.
This family-run restaurant offers Southern Italian dishes plus steaks & seafood in a casual setting.
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Papa Joe's
1561 Akron Peninsula Rd
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This family-run restaurant offers Southern Italian dishes plus steaks & seafood in a casual setting.
If you're looking for the ultimate ice cream destination, head to this popular Akron restaurant which not only serves authentic Italian cuisine, but also offers delicious homemade ice cream. Even better, they're open late and offer delivery via DoorDash!
Trecaso's™ Mary Coyle® Fine Italian Cuisine & Ice Cream
780 W Market St
If you're looking for the ultimate ice cream destination, head to this popular Akron restaurant which not only serves authentic Italian cuisine, but also offers delicious homemade ice cream. Even better, they're open late and offer delivery via DoorDash!
Winking Lizard is a popular restaurant chain in Ohio, with a location in Akron that offers a casual atmosphere and a diverse menu of American pub fare, including burgers, wings, and sandwiches. They also have a selection of craft beer and other drinks, as well as TVs for sports viewing.
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Winking Lizard Tavern
1615 Main St
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Winking Lizard is a popular restaurant chain in Ohio, with a location in Akron that offers a casual atmosphere and a diverse menu of American pub fare, including burgers, wings, and sandwiches. They also have a selection of craft beer and other drinks, as well as TVs for sports viewing.
BurgerFi is a fast-casual restaurant in Akron, Ohio that specializes in all-natural, grass-fed beef burgers, as well as other menu items such as hot dogs, fries, and shakes. They offer a modern atmosphere and a range of seating options, including outdoor patio seating.
BurgerFi
2002 Portage Trail
BurgerFi is a fast-casual restaurant in Akron, Ohio that specializes in all-natural, grass-fed beef burgers, as well as other menu items such as hot dogs, fries, and shakes. They offer a modern atmosphere and a range of seating options, including outdoor patio seating.
A polished option offering a traditional steakhouse menu alongside cocktails & a lengthy wine list.
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Ken Stewart's Grille
1970 W Market St
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A polished option offering a traditional steakhouse menu alongside cocktails & a lengthy wine list.

Neighborhoods

Highland Square is a dynamic offbeat urban neighborhood, home to a remarkable collection of quirky shops, tempting restaurants, unique entertainment, cozy apartments and convenient personal services. This thriving historical arts district supported by both new youthful residents and longtime, committed community members. Best of all, Highland Square is far enough away from the hubbub to be quaint, but close enough to offer convenience with easy access to downtown Akron, Montrose and the Fairlawn area.
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Highland Square
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Highland Square is a dynamic offbeat urban neighborhood, home to a remarkable collection of quirky shops, tempting restaurants, unique entertainment, cozy apartments and convenient personal services. This thriving historical arts district supported by both new youthful residents and longtime, committed community members. Best of all, Highland Square is far enough away from the hubbub to be quaint, but close enough to offer convenience with easy access to downtown Akron, Montrose and the Fairlawn area.
This neighborhood is home to The University of Akron and is a popular spot for students, as well as families and young professionals. The neighborhood has a mix of historic homes and modern apartments, as well as a variety of shops and restaurants.
Wallhaven
This neighborhood is home to The University of Akron and is a popular spot for students, as well as families and young professionals. The neighborhood has a mix of historic homes and modern apartments, as well as a variety of shops and restaurants.
This historic neighborhood is home to a large population of immigrants and has a strong cultural identity, with many unique shops, restaurants, and festivals celebrating the neighborhood's heritage.
Colina do Norte
This historic neighborhood is home to a large population of immigrants and has a strong cultural identity, with many unique shops, restaurants, and festivals celebrating the neighborhood's heritage.
This scenic neighborhood is situated in a valley along the Cuyahoga River and is known for its beautiful parks and trails, as well as its upscale homes and condos.
Vale de Merriman
This scenic neighborhood is situated in a valley along the Cuyahoga River and is known for its beautiful parks and trails, as well as its upscale homes and condos.

Sightseeing

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (70 acres) is a historic house museum in Akron. The estate includes gardens, a greenhouse, carriage house, and the main mansion, one of the largest houses in the United States. A National Historic Landmark, it is nationally significant as the home of F. A. Seiberling, co-founder of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company.
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Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
714 N Portage Path
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Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (70 acres) is a historic house museum in Akron. The estate includes gardens, a greenhouse, carriage house, and the main mansion, one of the largest houses in the United States. A National Historic Landmark, it is nationally significant as the home of F. A. Seiberling, co-founder of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company.
The museum first opened on February 1, 1922, as the Akron Art Institute. It was located in two borrowed rooms in the basement of the public library. The Institute offered classes in arts appreciation which were organized by Edwin Coupland Shaw and his wife Jennifer Bond Shaw. Its first permanent home was the Akron Public Library, a Carnegie library building, from 1948 to 1981. It has grown considerably since 1922. The new museum was open to the public on July 17, 2007, and hosts visiting shows from national and international collections.
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Akron Art Museum
1 S High St
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The museum first opened on February 1, 1922, as the Akron Art Institute. It was located in two borrowed rooms in the basement of the public library. The Institute offered classes in arts appreciation which were organized by Edwin Coupland Shaw and his wife Jennifer Bond Shaw. Its first permanent home was the Akron Public Library, a Carnegie library building, from 1948 to 1981. It has grown considerably since 1922. The new museum was open to the public on July 17, 2007, and hosts visiting shows from national and international collections.
The Akron Zoo is a 50-acre non-profit zoo located just west of downtown Akron. The Akron Zoo is home to over 1,000 animals representing over 100 different species and it has over 400,000 visitors annually. The animal exhibits are divided into six different themed areas containing animals from different regions of the world. The zoo is the most visited attraction in Summit County.
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Zoológico de Akron
500 Edgewood Ave
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The Akron Zoo is a 50-acre non-profit zoo located just west of downtown Akron. The Akron Zoo is home to over 1,000 animals representing over 100 different species and it has over 400,000 visitors annually. The animal exhibits are divided into six different themed areas containing animals from different regions of the world. The zoo is the most visited attraction in Summit County.
The Akron Children's Museum is an interactive museum designed for children located in downtown Akron, Ohio. The museum features a variety of exhibits and hands-on activities that encourage learning, creativity, and exploration. Children can learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through exhibits like the "Maker Studio," "Curious Corner," and "Big Idea Wall." The museum also hosts a variety of special events, including "Messy Mondays" and "Tiny Tales" story time for kids. The Akron Children's Museum is a fun and educational destination for families with young children to play, learn, and grow together.
Akron Children's Museum
216 S Main St
The Akron Children's Museum is an interactive museum designed for children located in downtown Akron, Ohio. The museum features a variety of exhibits and hands-on activities that encourage learning, creativity, and exploration. Children can learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through exhibits like the "Maker Studio," "Curious Corner," and "Big Idea Wall." The museum also hosts a variety of special events, including "Messy Mondays" and "Tiny Tales" story time for kids. The Akron Children's Museum is a fun and educational destination for families with young children to play, learn, and grow together.
A terrific trail that is great for walks or day hiking. Only a 12-minute drive from the house.
Sand Run Metro Park - Big Bend Trailhead
1337 Merriman Rd
A terrific trail that is great for walks or day hiking. Only a 12-minute drive from the house.
A terrific place to hike, picnic, and walk. Get out in nature! Only an 8 minute drive from the house.
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Cascade Valley Metro Park / North
1690 Cuyahoga Street
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A terrific place to hike, picnic, and walk. Get out in nature! Only an 8 minute drive from the house.
Beautiful house and surrounding landscape. Very well kept and relaxing place to visit. Only about 8 minutes from the house.
C. W. Seiberling Mansion
1075 West Market Street
Beautiful house and surrounding landscape. Very well kept and relaxing place to visit. Only about 8 minutes from the house.
This is a great place for couples, families, and solo travelers to explore! We take our kids here to get some outdoor exercise and explore. Beautiful views!
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F.A. Seiberling Reino da Natureza
1828 Smith Rd
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This is a great place for couples, families, and solo travelers to explore! We take our kids here to get some outdoor exercise and explore. Beautiful views!
Catch a concert while you're in town!
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Blossom Music Center
1145 W Steels Corners Rd
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Catch a concert while you're in town!

Local Coffee Shop

Great local coffee and areas for sitting and working.
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Nervous Dog Coffee Bar, Akron
1530 W Market St
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Great local coffee and areas for sitting and working.
Akron Coffee Roasters
30 N High St
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Angel Falls Coffee Company
792 W Market St
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My favorite local spots for a great workout!

Trak is an amazing local gym that is sure to give you a terrific workout while you're in town! Contact them via their website or phone and let them know you're coming to workout during your stay in Akron.
Keep your fitness routine up while you're traveling and connect with some really amazing members of the community.
TrAk Athletics
96 Shiawassee Ave
Keep your fitness routine up while you're traveling and connect with some really amazing members of the community.
Yoga Squared welcomes drop-in classes for only $12. Reach out in advance and show up to class early to sign the waiver.
Yoga Squared
Yoga Squared welcomes drop-in classes for only $12. Reach out in advance and show up to class early to sign the waiver.
Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium Pool is a great spot to check out especially if you have kiddos! It is basically a small indoor water park. Non resident adults: $14.00 | Children: $10.00
The Natatorium
2345 4th St
Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium Pool is a great spot to check out especially if you have kiddos! It is basically a small indoor water park. Non resident adults: $14.00 | Children: $10.00
Rock Mill is dedicated to climbing and the lifestyle and community that surround it. The gym includes a 6,000 sqft bouldering hall, coffee and beer bar, studio with yoga and mobility classes, and a fitness room for a variety of weight and training activities. All levels of climbers welcome!
Rock Mill Climbing
677 Carroll St
Rock Mill is dedicated to climbing and the lifestyle and community that surround it. The gym includes a 6,000 sqft bouldering hall, coffee and beer bar, studio with yoga and mobility classes, and a fitness room for a variety of weight and training activities. All levels of climbers welcome!
A great full-body workout!
Tru Barre Studio
A great full-body workout!
A yoga studiofor the kind of Yogi who doesn't know all the fancy pose names, who doesn't need to have every pose be perfect, who loves a good sweat, who knows how to push and when to slow down, and who wants to be a part of something more.
Rogue Awakening
A yoga studiofor the kind of Yogi who doesn't know all the fancy pose names, who doesn't need to have every pose be perfect, who loves a good sweat, who knows how to push and when to slow down, and who wants to be a part of something more.

My favorite place to shop local goods/brands!

All Paths Merge is a NEW community market in West Akron - located at 1079 W Exchange St, Akron, OH 44313 - that features local small businesses underneath one roof!
Their mission: “To serve our local community by providing a place for small businesses to grow, while making a positive imprint on our neighbors and communities! Come check out our space and see what our small businesses have to offer you! Every sale directly supports local growth! Make sure to FOLLOW us on socials for up-to-date news, community events and new vendors that have joined our space!” Follow them on IG @allpathsmerge
All Paths Merge
Their mission: “To serve our local community by providing a place for small businesses to grow, while making a positive imprint on our neighbors and communities! Come check out our space and see what our small businesses have to offer you! Every sale directly supports local growth! Make sure to FOLLOW us on socials for up-to-date news, community events and new vendors that have joined our space!” Follow them on IG @allpathsmerge