Akron · Summit County, OH
Things to do this weekend in Akron
Scout analyzed 86 Akron places and surfaced the ones that actually fit this weekend.
Places analyzed
86
Matches
24
Typical spend
$15
Typical visit
1.3 hr
Scout-verified spots
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.
Food & Drink
Ohio Roasting Company
Ohio Roasting Company is a casual coffee spot for a quick caffeine fix or a relaxed chat. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes, perhaps pairing it with errands or a walk nearby.
Food & Drink
The Blue Door Café
The Blue Door Café is ideal for a leisurely breakfast or lunch, potentially followed by a walk in a nearby area. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-30 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.
Food & Drink
Bent Tree Coffee Roasters
Bent Tree Coffee Roasters is a good spot for a casual solo stop or to start a cheap day out, pairing well with a walk around Kent. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 45 minutes.
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.
Food & Drink
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.
Outdoors
Ledges Overlook
Ledges Overlook is suitable for a 1.5-hour free outdoor activity, perfect for a family hike or solo adventure. It pairs well with other Cuyahoga Valley National Park attractions or a picnic lunch.
Outdoors
Hampton Hills Metro Park
This metro park is ideal for a few hours of hiking or archery, offering scenic trails along streams and wildlife viewing. It's a free outdoor activity that can be paired with a picnic.
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
Porchlight Coffee Co.
Porchlight Coffee Co. is suitable for a quick, relaxed stop for a coffee and perhaps a small bite, typically lasting around 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-15 per person.
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.
Middlebury
647 Coffee
This is a good spot for a quick coffee break or a casual meet-up, typically lasting around 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person.
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.
Wallhaven
Nervous Dog Coffee Bar, Akron
Nervous Dog is a good stop for a casual coffee and light meal, suitable for an hour or so, often as a starting point for errands or a quiet break. Expect to spend $5-15 per person.
Food & Drink
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.
Northwest Akron
Sand Run Metro Park
Sand Run Metro Park is ideal for a half-day outdoor excursion, offering hiking, nature observation, and seasonal activities like skating and sledding. It's a free activity that can be paired with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.
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.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 60 of the 86 analyzed Akron places fit this weekend.
- 39% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 64% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Quiet, Social, Upscale, Scenic, Romantic.
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