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Bender's Tavern, Canton, OH
Bender's Tavern, Canton, OH
Bender's Tavern, Canton, OH
Bender's Tavern, Canton, OH
Bender's Tavern, Canton, OH

Bender's Tavern

4.9
4.9
1925 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
Located in the Historic District of downtown Canton, Bender's Restaurant offers its customers an elegant, relaxing atmosphere where one can enjoy fine food and wine. Bender's has been satisfying customers with culinary classics, drink and hospitality since 1902. Today we continue our long tradition by offering only the highest quality seafood fresh from Foley Fish in Boston, MA. If you are looking for beef, Bender's consistently serves only the highest quality beef. Known nationally for the extensive and moderately priced wine list, owner Jon Jacob's years of experience tasting and selecting wines will certainly impress your palate. We pride ourselves on serving seasonal culinary delights and fine wines. Please stop by and see us!

Park in the lot directly across from Bender’s & pay via the Kiosk at entrance with a credit card or thru their App or Text to Pay options. Please follow instructions listed on the Kiosk. You will need your license plate #.
FREE PARKING AFTER 4:00 PM ONLY

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (330) 453-8424
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Ryan McCauley
  • Private party facilities
    Bender"s has three private dining areas to choose from. The Original Ladies Dining Room will host up to 65 people for sit down dining. The rooms original mosaic tile floor, dark wood walls and an original dry bar creates a wonderful atmosphere for a smaller business function or rehearsal that would need space for cocktail hour or hors d'oeurves. The Green Room will host up to 50 for a sit down dining or becomes a great space for a smaller event that requires A/V equipment, or a smaller feel for a special occasion. The Private Back Main area will seat up to 16 for sit down dining. The space is ideal for a small birthday party, business function or special event. Bender's service and culinary staff prides itself on serving large groups with individual attention to personal needs and quality efficient service.
  • Private party contact
    Jon Jacob: (330) 453-8424
  • Neighborhood
    Canton
  • Cross street
    2nd St. SW
  • Parking details
    In the evening (Dinner) parking is available directly across from the restaurant on the corner of 2nd St. SW and Court Ave. SW. Street Parking is also available. Day time (Lunch)parking is available on the street metered parking & the parking lot directly across from the restaurant(minimum of $22 purchase to receive validated parking in this lot.)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 1,925 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cleveland / Akron / Canton

    Best Overall

  • Cleveland / Akron / Canton

    Best Food

  • Cleveland / Akron / Canton

    Best Service

  • Canton

    Best Overall

  • Canton

    Best Food

  • Canton

    Best Service

  • Canton

    Best Ambiance

  • Canton

    Best Value

  • Canton

    Most Booked

1,925 Reviews
  1. WilliamT

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable. Fish was delicious and prepared well.

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  2. DavidL

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and Anna took service to another level as we’ve become used to. Always enjoy a night at Benders!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always amazing. I got the halibut a la foley and was so good

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  4. WilliamJ

    Orlando

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Very cool place. Free parking. Ambiance was nice with the oak paneling and metal ceiling. Loved it.

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  5. JackN

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, food was phenomenal. Good portion size, good presentation and full of flavor. Terrific ambience and feels good as a historical venue. Server was slow to arrive at table to begin our experience and seemed to get lost between servings. Enjoyed only one cup of coffee because a refill was not offered until we were finishing and preparing to leave. Have always loved Benders and will undoubtedly return. This was probably a one off as we have never had a bad experience in our past visits. Solid 4 star. Could easily have been a 5.

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  6. Gregg007

    Cleveland

    50 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately this was not a good experience. The rolls were extremely hard, the fillet was over charred, light burnt taste. Inside was done as ordered. Waiter explained they must have used heavy seasoning and too much butter. Asked for croutons on the salad, surprisingly was charged $3 for a few pieces of seasoned bread. Have dined here many times, but have decided this may be the last. So many other great options available.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great 1st time eating there! Meal and service were outstanding. We will be back.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was excellent. Service so-so. Seemed like an inexperienced server. Very loud room, but the place was packed.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dining experience every time! Thank you

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  10. Sharon

    Western NC

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful birthday dinner for dad and Julie was one of the best servers I’ve ever had! Thank you :D

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always try and include Bender’s in visits back to Ohio. Our server Anna was absolutely top notch. The food never disappoints. And the beautiful atmosphere…

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best seafood. JULIE outstanding as always. Love the entrance stone.

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  13. JonW

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is simply amazing. Every bite better than the last. The service was wonderful.

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  14. JamesJ

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional service AND food as always. Special place.

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  15. JeffreyK

    Naples

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is so good that I hate to even do a review for fear of not being able to get a reservation.

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  16. KathyS

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our time at Bender’s. The food was delicious and our waiter, Sean was excellent.

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  17. ToddS

    Cleveland

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A little too loud for me...... Everything else .... outstanding!

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  18. DanP

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful building , great food and service. Closes a little early for a Friday night

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  19. MartyC

    Cleveland

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Most consistent restaurant in Canton. Great seafood and interesting wine selection. In 20 years I have never had a bad meal there.

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  20. BarbieS

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Humus Appetizer was oh so good....Literally melts in your mouth. House Cab was delicious Steak was perfection Atmosphere is warm and inviting

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  21. a2Dave

    Detroit

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Whenever I am in or near Canton I try to enjoy at least one meal at Benders, whether a casual business lunch or a special evening. Although informal, Benders provides a fine menu of well prepared and presented dishes, a well stocked bar and competent bar tender, delivered with excellent service and attention. I gather this has been a tradition in Canton for many years, one that should not be missed.

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  22. RandyRocks

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great as always! Kyle did an amazing job as our server! Top notch!!!

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  23. Polly

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal! Excellent waitress! I just really do not like the parking in that lot , specifically how you pay! I realize it’s not your parking lot! But it’s NOT-user friendly.

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  24. WhitneyC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend checking Benders out for a perfect date night! My husband and I wanted something different and a friend recommended us to go here. The food was fantastic and the server Sean was amazing! I’m not huge on seafood but fell in love with the Nantucket scallops and the key west shrimp. My husband had the Maine lobster which was amazing as well. We will definitely be going back for more seafood.

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  25. will

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exceptional seafood, the absolute best in canton. Classic atmosphere and historic feel.

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  26. AngelaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner and service. Answered all my husband's menu questions.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food as always. Our server was awesome. My wife and I had a great time.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Key West

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was very knowledgeable, and very good. The food was excellent. 

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  29. Likediningout

    Naples

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bender’s is a classic~great service, great food, beautiful building. Every time I’ve been there the staff seats us in a place just right for our group, it will always be our favorite in town, thank you thank you for making our dinners a great memory❣️

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, excellent service, a little noisy due to building acoustics I believe. I will definitely go back.

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  31. MMK1919

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and drinks, fantastic service. Seafood and steaks cooked perfectly.

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  32. craig

    Indiana

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lake perch and halibut foley was fantastic. Great restaurant

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  33. Mimi

    Cleveland

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The Service/Waitress was very good. But the food was basic for the high price. It states it was handicap accessible but it wasn’t so if you’re in a Wheelchair and can’t walk at all this place isn’t for you. Because it states on line that it is handicap accessible entrance and bathroom but it isn’t. I will not return because the food was really just basic and not seasoned well. But we did have an awesome waitress, she was very accommodating.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went lastnight, November 6th to celebrate my 30th birthday. Shawn was our server and he was nothing less than spectacular. He was so knowledgeable about the menu and the history of the restaurant. He had THE BEST sense of humor as well. The food was probably some of the best seafood I’ve ever had. Their menu offered lots of options for fresh, delicious seafood was that perfectly prepared.

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  35. EricO

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent food and service. Great bourbon selection.

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  36. SaraB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great date night or celebration restaurant. We had a great meal and great service

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  37. JesseF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Great staff, great food. Will go again.

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  38. phillash

    Naples

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and service was awesome. Perch was excellent!

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  39. ExperiencedDiner

    Cleveland

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding food! Escargot and Florida Snow Crab was incredible. Service was enthusiastic (maybe a bit too enthusiastic) and a bit slow at clearing the table. (Server had to do everything. No "busboy's" or attendants to clear the tables for the servers. That's a miss in a restaurant of this level). Even though it was a Thursday night and not full, this place is noisy!

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  40. GKC1

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Timeless bar and excellent staff. We tried many different seafood items and all were fresh and delicious. It was the first time my teen had been there, and he was impressed by the real marble on the walls and the portion sizes.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bender's Tavern using the Order Online button. Bender's Tavern also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (330) 453-8424.

Bender's Tavern is rated 4.9 stars by 1925 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bender's Tavern

137 Court Ave. SW, Canton, OH 44702

Additional information

  • Cross street
    2nd St. SW
  • Neighborhood
    Canton
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    In the evening (Dinner) parking is available directly across from the restaurant on the corner of 2nd St. SW and Court Ave. SW. Street Parking is also available. Day time (Lunch)parking is available on the street metered parking & the parking lot directly across from the restaurant(minimum of $22 purchase to receive validated parking in this lot.)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Ryan McCauley
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (330) 453-8424
  • Private party facilities
    Bender"s has three private dining areas to choose from. The Original Ladies Dining Room will host up to 65 people for sit down dining. The rooms original mosaic tile floor, dark wood walls and an original dry bar creates a wonderful atmosphere for a smaller business function or rehearsal that would need space for cocktail hour or hors d'oeurves. The Green Room will host up to 50 for a sit down dining or becomes a great space for a smaller event that requires A/V equipment, or a smaller feel for a special occasion. The Private Back Main area will seat up to 16 for sit down dining. The space is ideal for a small birthday party, business function or special event. Bender's service and culinary staff prides itself on serving large groups with individual attention to personal needs and quality efficient service.
  • Private party contact
    Jon Jacob: (330) 453-8424
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