Live music in Akron

Food & Drink

Beau's on the River

Beau's on the River is an elegant American restaurant located in the Sheraton, offering scenic views and live music. It's suitable for a 1.5-hour meal, pairing well with a walk along the river afterward, with an average spend of $50-$120 per person.

Falls River Square

Asterisk Coffee Bar

This coffee shop is a good stop for a casual solo adventure or a cheap day out, offering coffee and cocktails. Plan for a 30-minute visit with a spend of $5-$15 per person.

Cascade Valley

Luigi's Restaurant

Luigi's is a solid choice for a casual Italian meal, offering classic dishes in a comfortable setting. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-$35 per person for food.

Highland Square

Good Company Wings (Akron)

Good Company Wings is a casual spot for a quick meal, suitable for families or a relaxed solo outing. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and about $10-25 per person on wings and drinks.

Merriman Valley

The Merchant Tavern

The Merchant Tavern is a solid choice for a relaxed dinner with upmarket American food and craft beer, fitting well into an evening out. Expect to spend $30-70 per person for food and drinks.

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Front Porch Cafe

Front Porch Cafe is suitable for a casual coffee stop or light meal, taking about an hour and costing $10-25 per person. It pairs well with local errands or a relaxing start to the day.

Downtown

Crave

Crave is a contemporary American restaurant suitable for dinner, offering a diverse menu in an art-filled setting. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours, with typical spend around $25-50 per person.

Cascade Valley

Diamond Grille

This is a classic white-tablecloth steakhouse suitable for a formal dinner. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $75-150 per person for a full meal.

Fairlawn Heights

Ken Stewart's Grille

Ken Stewart's Grille is a polished steakhouse suitable for special occasions or a sophisticated date night, expecting a visit of 1.5 to 2 hours and a per-person cost typically above $75.

Cascade Valley

Luciano's Cucina Italiana

Luciano's is suitable for a dinner outing, particularly for special occasions or date nights. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person for an upscale Italian meal with drinks.

Downtown

The Lockview Restaurant

The Lockview is a casual spot good for a relaxed lunch or dinner, especially if you enjoy grilled cheese and a drink. It pairs well as a stop before or after an event downtown, typically lasting about an hour to an hour and a half and costing around $15-35 per person.

Downtown

Akron Coffee Roasters

This coffee shop is good for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, taking about 30 minutes and costing $5-15 per person. It pairs well with downtown errands or as a starting point for a day out.

Cascade Valley

Lock 15 Brewing Company

This brewpub is good for a casual meal or drinks, offering comfort food and craft beer. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours, with costs ranging from $25-$50 per person.

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Dean Martin's Lanning's Restaurant

This upscale American restaurant is ideal for a classic dinner date or special occasion, offering steak, seafood, cocktails, and live entertainment. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150+ per person.

Ellet

Artisan Coffee

Artisan Coffee is a casual spot for a quick coffee and pastry, ideal for starting your day or taking a break. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and under $15 per person.

Middlebury

Alexander Pierce Restaurant

Alexander Pierce Restaurant is a fine dining spot suitable for a special evening out or a date night. Expect a multi-course meal lasting 1.5-2 hours, with an average spend of $75-$150 per person.

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Butcher & Sprout

Butcher & Sprout is a casual American restaurant suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit lasting about 1-1.5 hours.

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Café Arnone

Visit Café Arnone for a relaxed coffee, dessert, or glass of wine, potentially combined with picking up some specialty items from their store. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-30 per person.

Downtown

BLU Jazz+

Casual jazz club with exposed brick & rafters showcasing live performances & signature cocktails.

Kenmore

The Rialto Theatre

Goodyear Heights

The Vortex

Cascade Valley

Northside Speakeasy

Falls River Square

THE WORKZ on the Riverfront

Downtown

Musica

Midsize music venue & bar in a refurbished brick warehouse presenting touring rock 'n' roll acts.