Akron is a great place to go and get delicious Midwestern comfort food or to try something new and exciting. Many people don’t realize that this small city is an incredible hub of eclectic dining experiences with everything from casual delis to formal sit-down dining experiences. The next time you stop in Akron make sure to visit one of these cool restaurants.

The Lockview

The Lockview is a trendy restaurant that serves American fare. The atmosphere of this place is sleek with minimal decor. There are string lights for some ambiance, and the menu is all on a chalkboard. Make sure to try the gourmet grilled cheese with unusual flavors such as Havarti dill cheese and sautéed artichoke hearts. They even have delicious garlic mashed potatoes served with bourbon gravy and sliced jalapenos with bleu cheese. The Lockview also has a large assortment of craft beers, and they make a great cocktail for those who want to indulge. You’ll find The Lockview right on Main Street in Akron.

Luigi’s Restaurant

Luigi’s is one of the best-known Italian restaurants in Akron. This family-owned establishment has served up traditional Italian dishes since 1949, and they do it right. The atmosphere in the restaurant is casual and designed for families to spend time together. Try their baked pastas that they top with homemade dough and serve hot out of the oven with bubbling hot marinara sauce and loaded with cheese, or you can try their Midwest pizza made with a thick crust and caramelized edges cooked to perfection. Luigi’s sits on Cuyahoga Falls Ave in Akron.

Sakura

If you enjoy Japanese food, make sure to stop in at Sakura. They take traditional Japanese dishes and add a twist to give their customers some unique flavors. Sakura has a large assortment of maki sushi so you can get anything from the California or spider roll to one of their special concoctions such as spicy crawfish with deep-fried salmon and some pink seaweed. Sakura also serves sashimi platters that they create with ice-packed fish cut into thick slices. You’ll find Sakura on Medina Road.

Swenson’s Drive In

If a great burger is what you crave, then head to Swensen’s Drive-In. This fun restaurant is just like an old-fashioned drive-in where you just pull up and park, and then a car-hop comes running out to take your order. They toss a number on your windshield and then run back off to put in your order for one of the best burgers you’ll ever have. If you want an explosion of flavor, get the Galley Boy. This comes with two patties, melted cheese, grilled onions, and two different BBQ sauces. To top it off, they stick an olive with a toothpick to hold everything together.

These are just a few of the cool restaurants worth a visit in the Akron area. Whether you want seafood, Italian, sushi, or just a great burger cooked just right, there is a place in the area where you can get it.

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