CRAVE
57 East Market Street, Akron, OH 44308 Directions
Since 2005
'Crave' serves a diverse menu with global influences in a colorful, contemporary, art-filled setting. It is located in the Historic Arts District of downtown Akron. The restaurant is conveniently located near the convention center and the Akron Art Museum, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a few drinks before an art show or an event. Crave's bar serves a range of craft beers both in a bottle and on draft along with special drinks, including apple cider sangria. Crave's dining options range from the simple white pizza or a Black Angus burger to a full dinner of hangar steak or ahi tuna. It has a secluded dining room that can accommodate up to 40 guests. The room can be set up for your event in a particular way, with the option to create a prefix menu.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Triple Hot Sauce, Cheesecake, Chicken and Waffles, Coffee and Sugar Braised Brisket, Butternut Squash Crème Brulee, Cinnamon Sage Waffle, Smoked Sea Salt Pomme Frites and Cheddar Bacon Mashers, Pork Tenderloin, Ahi Tuna, Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie, Balsamic Mustard Marinade, Baby Iceberg Wedge & Pork Tenderloin
Price: Starts from $4.5
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BRICCO
1 West Exchange Street, Akron, OH 44308 Directions
Since 2003
Bricco offers a stylish, contemporary pizzeria with creative pies & a selection of over 240 beers & wines. It is located next to Canal Park, home of Akron's MILB team, the Rubber Ducks. The restaurant makes great food and great drinks at great prices. Bricco provides a comprehensive menu for lunch and dinner and a full-service bar with a wide variety of wine and beer. Their menu features a large selection of appetizers, pasta, pizza, and entrees, including fresh fish, steaks, and chops. Their comprehensive menu of drinks contains 120 varieties of wines, many of which you may order by the glass. Their beer menu offers 100 options ranging from classic favorites to hip and trendy brews and locally produced ales. They provide a private dining room for parties of up to 50 people.
Pulled Pork Tacos, Sesame Chicken Salad, Penne Pesto, Shrimp and Scallops, Tomato Artichoke Soup, Thai Peanut, Pork Belly, Baked Penne, Fettuccine Alfredo, Dinner Burger, Andouille Sausage, Turkey Wrap, Baklava Truffle, Seafood Pasta, Duck, French Dip, Buttermilk Chicken, Veggie Stirfry, Fried Catfish, Mushroom Penne, Salmon & Spinach Rotini
Price: Starts from $2
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THE MERCHANT TAVERN
1824 Merriman Road, Akron, OH 44313 Directions
Since 2013
The Merchant Tavern is a laid-back hangout that serves upmarket American standards & craft beer in a vintage-inspired space. The restaurant offers lunch, dinner, and late-night meals. Using fresh ingredients and some inspiration from local purveyors, they produce dishes that will make you feel sated. Guests can taste their delicious chicken tenders, goat cheese mac, flat iron steaks, Asian lettuce wraps, and pork tenderloin salad.
Mashed Potatoes, Poutine, Chicken Tenders, Seasonal Vegetables, Cheese Curds, Crab Hushpuppies, Hot Chicken Sandwich, Thai Mussels, Flat Iron Steaks, Asian Lettuce Wraps, Fishermans Stew, Bobs Pork Chops, Goat Cheese Mac, Merchant Nachos, Romaine Leaf Salad, Steak Fondue, Pork Tenderloin Salad, Shrimp and Grits & Garlic Truffle Burger
Discount: 1/2 Off for traditional mussels, Thai mussels, and lettuce wraps only on the happy hour -$3 Off for burgers on Tuesday - $2 Off for bourbon, scotch & whiskey on Wednesday - $2 Off for drafts on Sunday - $20 Off for wine by the bottle on Sunday
Price: Starts from $6