Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in Akron

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Laziza

4.8

4.8 (24)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Kent

About the restaurant

Welcome to Laziza, a modern Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Kent, Ohio. Our menu celebrates the rich flavors of the Mediterranean basin - from Greece & Italy to the Middle East, Spain, & France- while blending in contemporary techniques & local ingredients to create bold, memorable dishes. It's food that feels familiar but surprises you in all the right ways- crafted with seasonal ingredients, packed with personality, and perfect for sharing.

Set in an inviting space with a beautiful outdoor dining area, Laziza is the perfect destination for date night, group dining, or a casual night out. Pair your meal with a handcrafted cocktail or a selection from our curated wine list, and experience a true taste of modern Mediterranean fusion- right here in downtown Kent.

Whether you're joining us for a celebratory evening or a casual Sunday brunch, we look forward to sharing our table with you!

Top review

Yelena

Dined 3 days ago

Very nice place, clean and well decorated. Tasty food, good portions size. Definitely will come back.

Alexander Pierce Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1095)

$50 and over

American

Akron

About the restaurant

AKRON’S FINEST STEAK, SEAFOOD, PASTA, AND MORE!
We welcome you to Alexander Pierce. A casually sophisticated restaurant reminiscent of days past and a time when folks enjoyed savory meals, crafted cocktails, and personal service. Our hidden courtyard entrance awaits your arrival and beckons you to come in, sit down, and enjoy dinner the way it was meant to be!

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Sarah

Dined 5 days ago

What a beautiful hidden gem of a restaurant! The outside of the building is unassuming and the inside gorgeous. Dimly lit, classy, timeless. The choices are incredible and the menu is huge. Our Waitress, Rebecca, was fantastic - knowledgeable, helpful, funny. And the food is great. We will be back!

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4.8

4.8 (542)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Akron

About the restaurant

Welcome to Lala's, an upscale dining experience in the Portage Lakes. We take pride in our exceptional customer service and strive to make each visit more enjoyable than the last. We look forward to welcoming you on your next visit. We recently began opening for lunch Monday through Friday and Monday night dinner. Our most popular dish is the renowned Charred Halibut from Nick Anthes on Main Street. We endeavor to make special occasions memorable for our guests, from beautiful table settings to a special dessert to conclude the evening. During the warmer months, we invite you to enjoy our beautiful patio or cozy front porch. If you prefer a fireplace table, please let us know.

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John

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Best Restaurant in Ohio!! Exhalent service, food, dessert, and atmosphere.

Papa Joe's/Iacomini's

4.7

4.7 (2224)

$30 and under

Italian

Akron

About the restaurant

The Iacomini Family first opened their doors in 1932, The heart & soul has been "Papa Joe" Iacomini. Iacomini Family has always been considered the first family of fine & traditional dining in the Akron area. Joe's legacy lives on with the fourth generation of restaurateurs. Judy, his daughter, & her son Jeff, & daughter Kim, continue to try & live up to his standards of excellence. This trio of new culinarians continues to bring you "The Best of Iacomini's" with new dinner menus offered monthly serving Fresh Fish, Center Cut Steaks and a combination of Northern and Southern Italian Cuisines. Papa Joe's has multiple private dining rooms with seating up to 65 guests. Tuesday through Sunday afternoons we can accommodate even larger parties. Off-site catering is offered 6 days a week for any venue of your choice. To-go service and retail wine sales are convenient at our Italian Market. Try our convenient curbside service!
Dine outdoors in our Papa Joe's Patio!

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Brooks

Dined 3 days ago

Food is always great. Server was kind and attentive and friendly

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4.7

4.7 (114)

$30 and under

Seafood

Cuyahoga Falls

About the restaurant

Chowder House Cafe is a leading provider of local and sustainable food. Nominated four times as one of the best restaurants in Northeast Ohio by the Cleveland Plain Dealer, receiving 4/4 stars by Head food writer Joe Crea. Chowder House Cafe embraces the seasonal changes of Ohio and reflect those in our menu and by offering events on our outdoor patio.

**PLEASE NOTE: Chowder House Cafe is unable to accept discounts or coupons of any type with online reservations. We appreciate your understanding.

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Kali

Dined 2 days ago

Upon entering the place, top notch service. Greeter wonderful. Server wonderful. Kitchen staff others friendly. Food impeccable we will be back.!

The Battleground Mexican Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (12)

$30 and under

Mexican

Kent

About the restaurant

The Battleground Mexican Kitchen specializes in traditional Mexican food – street tacos, churros, pozole, tamales, mole, empanadas, and other dishes representative of several regions of Mexico. This is not TexMex – every tortilla is handmade to order, the salsas made fresh daily. We also have a full bar serving a variety of cocktails, house margaritas, and Drink Your Values (DYV) beer. DYV sales support organizations working on local community projects. Reservations are recommended, but not required! Amazing Mexican food, cocktails, and craft beer. Come and join us.

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Margaret

Dined 5 days ago

The shrimp tacos and the chicken tacos were absolutely delicious. I would order again. The battleground margarita was fresh and delicious as well. A wonderful neighborhood place to hang out.

Beau's Grille at DoubleTree by Hilton

4.5

4.5 (800)

$30 and under

American

Akron

About the restaurant

Beau's Grille is the award winning restaurant at the Hilton Akron/Fairlawn Hotel and Suites. For over 20 years, Chef Beau Schmidt and his staff have prepared each item with the freshest ingredients. With a menu of more than 18 appetizers, sit back, relax and enjoy an incredible meal in a comfortable, yet contemporary atmosphere.

The Beau's Grille Terrace is the place to be this summer. Open year round with comfortable seating, TVs, a fireplace, and overhead heating, it was voted best outdoor patio in the 2013 and 2014 Beacon's Best and the 2014 Akron Life Magazine Best of Akron awards.

Join us for Happy Hour in our Lounge Monday 12pm-6:30pm and Tuesday - Friday 2pm-6:30pm!

Visit https://beausgrille.com/entertainment/ to see our Live Entertainment Schedule!

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Rhonda

Dined on May 24, 2025

My family has been going to Beau's for more than 10 years. The food is excellent and the service is the best! We eat here on a regular basis.

Fat's BackRoom

4.4

4.4 (26)

$31 to $50

Italian

Cuyahoga Falls

About the restaurant

We are currently taking reservations online through Open Table as well as phone reservations by calling us at 330-929-7875. Walk in customers are welcome too.

Traditional Italian Fare with a great wine selection. Located in the Merriman Valley Akron, Ohio.

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JoEllen

Dined on May 16, 2025

Food and service was fabulous! Will be returning soon.

Burntwood Tavern - Cuyahoga Falls

4.3

4.3 (345)

$30 and under

American

Akron

About the restaurant

Burntwood Tavern is a place where rustic and modern elements mend seamlessly to create a casually-stylish environment. Meeting friends for a quick bite, stepping out for a quick drink, or a place to host your next large celebration - Burntwood is your one stop destination on the Cuyahoga River in downtown Cuyahoga Falls Historic reclaimed barn wood, exposed brick, massive wooden beams complemented by hand blown glass lighting and contemporary touches.create a bright, inviting, and character-filled space for travelers, families, and traditionalist Clevelanders alike. The warm and welcoming atmosphere provides the perfect showcase for its straight forward, chef driven menu of smoked and wood grilled food including prime rib of beef, baby back ribs, faroe island salmon and fresh salads along with sandwiches served with hand cut fries. The bar serves handcrafted cocktails, constructed with fresh juices and house-infused flavored vodka and bourbon, as well as local offerings from a diverse craft beer list. Burntwood Tavern is open daily for lunch, dinner, happy hour, after work crowds, and is a great place to meet for cocktails and conversation. Brunch and a make your own Bloody Mary Bar is also offered on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Cindy

Dined on May 27, 2025

Delicious blackened shrimp Cobb salad !! Husband & son enjoyed burgers. Wonderful view over falls & was given a special champagne toast for the celebration!

Burntwood Tavern - Fairlawn

3.7

3.7 (245)

$30 and under

American

Fairlawn

About the restaurant

Classic American food with flare. Burntwood Tavern's warm and inviting atmosphere is rich in character, and provides the perfect showcase for its straight forward, chef driven menu of smoked, planked, and wood grilled food. Handcrafted cocktails, constructed with fresh juices and house-infused vodkas, as well as offerings from a diverse craft draught beer list. If you're looking for a heavy pour, you've found your place!

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rickVIP

Dined on May 31, 2025

Surprising empty fora Saturday night. Service was excellent, and the food was very good.

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