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ICYMI: #downtownAkron business Essential Dipped Delights recently won a 1st Place People’s Choice Award at the 2025 Dessert First Girl Scouts of North East Ohio Fundraiser for their Samoa's dessert parfait. Find out more: bit.ly/EssentialDip...

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Photograph of Essential Dipped Delights owners holding a 1st place plaque for winning the People's Choice Award 2025 Dessert First Girl Scouts of North East Ohio Fundraiser for their Samoa's dessert parfait.
October 16, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Check out this latest Win in Akron reel! It's a spotlight on Boiling House manager Stephanie Shi, who loves the hands-on fun of a seafood boil. She even promises to help make sure your shirt stays 100% clean in the process. bit.ly/WinInAkronBo...

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Screen shot from a vertical Win in Akron video profile of Boiling House Seafood and Sushi in downtown Akron, Ohio. The still shows three images: 2 are the storefront of the restaurant at 1 W. Exchange St., and the middle image is Stephanie Shi, manager of the restaurant.
July 2, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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Check out this video of Eddie's Famous Cheesesteaks owner Ed Sutter talking about his restaurant & how they became legendary! From Win In Akron with support from #DowntownAkronPartnership bit.ly/WinInAkron-E...

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Screenshot from a Win In Akron reel about Eddie's Famous Cheesesteaks and Grille, featuring owner Ed Sutter, and a montage of video from the restaurant's interior. Eddie's is located in downtown Akron, Ohio. Win In Akron creates 60-second videos highlighting the successes of downtown Akron businesses.
December 17, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Check out this video of El Patron Tequileria owner Luis Escudero talking about his restaurant & what they do to make your dining experience delicious. From Win In Akron with support from #DowntownAkronPartnership. bit.ly/WinInAkron_E...

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Screenshot from a Win In Akron reel about El Patron Tequileria and Cuisine featuring owner Luis Escudero, and a montage of video from the restaurant's interior. El Patron is located in downtown Akron, Ohio. Win In Akron creates 60-second videos highlighting the successes of downtown Akron businesses
November 20, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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A #downtownAkron institution The Lockview is the home of the gourmet grilled cheese sandwich, & is a great, casual place to eat, hang out & enjoy time with friends.​ Dine-in or order online, babe: www.thelockview.com

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Photograph of The Lockview restaurant's #15 grilled cheese sandwich: cheddar cheese, slow roasted pulled pork, pickles, and sweet baby rays BBQ sauce on country butter-top bread. Photograph of The Lockview restaurant's #8 grilled cheese sandwich: goat cheese, tomato, spinach on tuscan herb bread Photograph of The Lockview's lemoncello spritz cocktail on the bar in the downtown Akron, Ohio restaurant. In the background is a refrigerator with glass doors and an illuminated sign at the top that reads The Lockview Akron, Ohio in all caps. Inside the refrigerator, many colorful bottles and cans of craft beer are visible.
July 16, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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A #downtownAkron cultural destination since 2013, @jillysmusicroom.bsky.social is more than a live music & entertainment venue, it's a place for community. Find out more & view upcoming events: jillysmusicroom.com

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Photograph of the band Up 'til 4 onstage at Jilly's Music Room in downtown Akron, Ohio. The band is composed of 5 people, all middle-aged, playing acoustic guitars, keyboards or pedal steel guitars (or singing). Photo + graphic from Jilly's Music Room in downtown Akron, Ohio. The photo features Jilly's weekend brunch, offered most Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am to 3 pm. The brunch offerings in the photo include a plate with eggs, bacon strips, fresh fruit, tomato slices and more. The Graphic is the Logo for Guitar Center with text that reads, SU 9/28 | noon - 3P Guitar Center Fall Student Showcase *No regular brunch service /special event Photograph of the bar at Jilly's Music Room, depicts a modern, inviting bar space with cool lighting and a well-stocked and staffed bar. Numerous people are seated at the bar and conversing.
September 24, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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It's #NationalCheesesteakDay!
Tag someone you want to go to Eddies Famous Cheesesteaks and Grille with!

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A collage of photos from Eddie's Famous Cheesesteaks in downtown Akron, Ohio. Pictured are 4 of Eddie's signature cheesesteaks (2 classic, Italian, and a chicken). Also pictured is the large, lighted, custom-made sign inside Eddie's that says Eat Cheese Steaks in a mixture of neon and box-lit letters.
March 24, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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A #downtownAkron favorite: Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant has been serving amazing Thai cuisine & fresh sushi since 2009. Check out this reel featuring Cilantro from The University of Akron student ambassadors! bit.ly/UA_RooView_C... #akronFood #thaiFood #sushi #Lunchtime
Photograph of the storefront of Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio on a sunny day. The restaurant has a modern-looking sign above the door & windows that look out onto Main St. There are 2 cafe tables with 2 chairs each and orange umbrellas on the sidewalk in front of the restaurant. Photo: Shane Wynn Close up photograph of a ramen bowl from Cilantro Thai and Sushi Restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio. The bowl has ramen noodles, sprouts, chopped green onions and nicely browned cuts of beef. Photo: Jenn Kidd Photograph of a Cilantro Thai and Sushi Restaurant cranberry lime mocktail. The drink is in a tall wine glass and is a colorful cranberry with ice, garnished with a Maraschino cherry and a slice of orange. Photo: Cilantro Thai & Sushi
February 26, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Luciano's Cucina Italiano in #downtownAkron serves fine, authentic Italian cuisine in an atmosphere that is comfortable, stylish, & modern, with one of the most scenic patios around. They were recently featured in Akron Life Magazine: bit.ly/Lucianos-Akr...

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Photograph of an array of Italian dishes served by Luciano's Cucina Italiano in downtown Akron, Ohio. Included are Italian wedding soup, fresh gnocchi, a flatbread with prosciutto and arugula, and more.
July 8, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Have you been to Crave? Meet Dana & Aaron, co-owners. Their personal touch makes Crave such a special part of #downtownAkron! Crave offers a diverse menu with global influences presented in a colorful, contemporary, art-filled space. Find out more: bit.ly/PlanYourNigh...

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Photograph of Dana Harvey, co-owner of Crave restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio. Dana is slightly out-of-focus because the photo is focused on the drink she is pouring at the bar. Text on the photo reads: Meet Dana co-owner. Creative force. Hospitality expert. Photograph of Aaron Harvey, co-owner of Crave restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio. Aaron is wearing an Akron Zips baseball cap and a chef's uniform and is smiling at the camera. He is standing in the restaurant's kitchen. Text on the photo reads History at Crave. Meet Aaron co-owner. Chef. Leader. Photograph of Crave restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio, located in the repurposed, historic Akron Savings and Loan Company building, built in 1923. Colorful, pearlescent clouds and blue sky fill the sky above the historic building and the sunlight is at sunset.
July 9, 2026 at 2:47 PM
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Check out this video of The 1 Food & Spirits executive chef Latrice Walters talking about what goes into making your dining experience at The 1 unforgettable. They're now serving lunch! From Win In Akron. bit.ly/WinInAkron-T...

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Screenshot from a Win In Akron reel about The 1 Food & Spirits, featuring executive chef Latrice Walters, and a montage of video from the restaurant's interior. The 1 is located in downtown Akron, Ohio. Win In Akron creates 60-second videos highlighting the successes of downtown Akron businesses
November 25, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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Stunning new #mosaic artwork by Donna Webb & Joseph Blue Sky gracing the facade of Diamond Deli in #downtownAkron! The piece tells the history of 378 S Main St.— from hats 🎩, to bicycles 🚲, to jewelry 💍,& now, corned beef & sandwiches 🥪. www.diamonddeli.us

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Photograph of Diamond Deli co-owners Chad and Brett Magilavy in front of the restaurant's downtown Akron storefront, which has a new mosaic artwork on it's facade, created by local artists Donna Webb and Joseph Blue Sky, that chronicles the building's history at 378 S. Main St., including it's time as a bicycle shop, jewelry store, hat-maker, and delicatessen. Photographs of Diamond Deli co-owners Chad and Brett Magilavy in front of the restaurant's downtown Akron storefront, which has a new mosaic artwork on it's facade, created by local artists Donna Webb and Joseph Blue Sky, that chronicles the building's history at 378 S. Main St., including it's time as a bicycle shop, jewelry store, hat-maker, and delicatessen. Photograph detail the mosaic artwork on the Diamond Deli's downtown Akron storefront. The artwork was created by local artists Donna Webb and Joseph Blue Sky, and chronicles the building's history at 378 S. Main St., including it's time as a bicycle shop, jewelry store, hat-maker, and delicatessen. Pictured in the detail is a mosaic image of a deli sandwich with a pickle spear.
September 22, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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The Daily Pressed brings a taste of Europe to #downtownAkron with bistro-inspired breakfast, lunch, dinner, & beverage specials. PLUS: Tuesday nights (7:30 pm) are open mic comedy nights, hosted by K.C. Curry. thedailypressed.com

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Photocollage of 4 different dishes on the menu of the Daily Pressed in downtown Akron, Ohio. Clockwise from the top left: ULTIMATE ROAST BEEF sandwich, the Bistro Burger, a chicken Caesar sandwich, and a mixed greens salad. Photograph of the interior of The Daily Pressed in downtown Akron, Ohio, showing a casual, but stylish eatery, with people seated at the bar, and Mediterranean style-pendant lights with vines on them. Photograph of the KNOCKOUT SHRIMP (½ lb. of crispy fried shrimp tossed in sriracha aioli, over cabbage with green onion) available from The Daily Pressed in downtown Akron, Ohio Graphic featuring a photo of people seated in nightclub booths, along with a headshot of comedian and host K.C. Curry promoting Tuesday Comedy Open Mic night, 7:30 pm, at the Daily Pressed in downtown Akron, Ohio.
April 14, 2026 at 7:44 PM
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Crave is a fantastic choice for lunch or dinner when you’re spending time #downtownakron. Its central location, large patio, expansive & elegant interior, & elevated menu will make you feel like you’ve arrived. It's 1 of 5 #finedining spots in our Guide: bit.ly/DT-AkronFine...

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Photograph from Crave restaurant's social media depicting the restaurant's storefront in downtown Akron, Ohio. The camera is looking through 2 hands that are making a heart shape and in the heart shape can be seen Crave's logo, installed on the side of the building. Photograph of a plate of smoke gouda mac and cheese from Crave restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio. Overlaid on the photo in white text are the words Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese. Photograph of the wine bar located in Crave restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio. A chalkboard sign outside the space (which is lit in dramatic red light) has information about Retail Wine nights at Crave (Tuesdays and Wednesdays). Photograph of plates of different salads available at Crave restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio. Overlaid on the photo in white text are the words National Salad Month. Simple patterns (concentric circles made of hand-drawn hashmarks, artsy scribbles) are also overlaid on the image.
May 13, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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4 things to eat in #downtownAkron this week:
1. Shrimp Po Boy from Missing Falls
2. Vegan Hot Cross Buns from @sweetmarysbakery.bsky.social
3. Nashville Hot Slammer from Eddies Famous Cheesesteaks
4. Southern Fried Shrimp Katsu Sandwich from Circle Of 5ths
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Photograph of the shrimp po boy from Missing Falls Brewery located in downtown Akron, Ohio. The sandwich is a submarine sandwich bun with garlic parm dusted shrimp, house made cocktail sauce, lettuce and 5 pickles across the top. Photograph of a moist and delicious looking vegan hot cross bun on a heart-shaped white plate from Sweet Mary's Bakery in downtown Akron, Ohio Photograph of the Nashville Hot Slammer from Eddies Famous Cheesesteaks in downtown Akron, Ohio. The picture shows caramelized onions with boneless breast of chicken drenched in Nashville Hot Sauce with melted mozzarella and provolone, then topped off with diced tomato, diced snappy Cleveland dills, red onions, and drizzles of Nashville Hot and zesty fresh cucumber sauce on a bed of steak cut fries. Photograph of a plated Southern Fried Shrimp Katsu Sandwich with fires and cabbage & potato Slaw from the Circle of 5ths located in downtown Akron, Ohio. The sandwich is cut in half so the emulsified Shrimp Patty/Katsu/Brioche buns are all visible.
March 12, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Nice summer weather = great dining alfresco! Check out our guide to #downtownAkron patio dining experiences: bit.ly/AkronDowntow...

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Photograph of the outdoor patio at Luciano's Cucina Italiano in downtown Akron, Ohio at 21 Furnace St, Suite 402. The patio has a corrugated roof with decorative vines and string lights and overlooks the Cascade Valley at night. Photograph of the rooftop patio at The Lockview restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio. It's dusk and the summer sky is turning a dark blue at the top of the picture, gradating to a glowing raspberry color as the sun has set just below the horizon. The patio is strung with festive lights and looks casual yet elegant, and is bathed in a soft yellow-orange light. Photograph of the outdoor patio at Crave restaurant on Main St. in downtown Akron, Ohio. Elegant tables are arranged beneath large orange umbrellas along the sidewalk near the restaurant entrance, the storefront of which is a renovated turn-of-the-century bank, complete with Corinthian pillars and spectacular, tall windows. Photograph of the modern, chic-looking rooftop patio at El Patrón Tequilería & Cuisine in downtown Akron, Ohio. In the background, the tallest building in downtown, the Huntington Bank Tower, along with the FirstEnergy and Chase buildings, can be seen against blue sky with a few clouds at dusk. The patio has sectional outdoor couches, pergolas, and sail-shaped bamboo shades.
August 1, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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What's cookin? Use the DAP dining guide to find great food in #downtownAkron bit.ly/DAP_Dining
Pictured:
😋Smoothies from Ilic Cafe
😋Mahi-mahi from Crave
😋Pad See Ew from Cilantro Thai & Sushi
😋The "Stanley Yelnats" burger from Missing Falls Brewery

#AkronFood #Yum #LetsEat #AkronOhio
Photograph of 2 smoothies in clear plastic to-go cups, with whipped cream and strays on a marble table outside of Ilic Cafe in downtown Akron, Ohio in the morning light. Behind the smoothies information about the Akron/Summit Convention and Visitors Bureau Drip Drive is displayed, and behind that, you can see S. Main St., the PNC tower, and part of Crave restaurant. Photograph of the mahi-mahi available at Crave in downtown Akron, Ohio. Shot from above, you see the Jerk fish. Orange Coconut Rice. Grilled Pineapple Jalapeño Salsa. Cilantro Oil. Photograph of Pad See Ewe in a to-go box from Cilantro Thai & Sushi restaurant in downtown Akron, Ohio. Wide rice noodles stir-fried in a sweet soy sauce with egg, broccoli, carrots, and baby corn, with shrimp. Photo and graphic promoting the weekly special at Missing Falls Brewery in downtown Akron, Ohio, the "Stanley Yelnats" (double smashburger topped with burrata and provolone cheese, fresh jalapenos, peach jam, and balsamic reduction on ciabatta), behind the photo is an illustration of numerous holes in the ground, with a shovel protruding from one of them, evoking the movie / YA novel "Holes"
July 27, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Located inside the Northside Marketplace, NOMZ provides fresh, local eats for brunch & lunch. Check out their fun specials for #March2026 #LuckyCharmsLatte #LuckyToast & classic #ReubenSandwiches

Order up! www.nomzeatz.com
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Photograph of the Lucky Charms Cereal Milk Latte available from NOMZ in the Northside Marketplace, in downtown Akron, Ohio. The photo is taken from above, looking down into a coffee mug with white foam, sprinkled with cinnamon, and a garnish of colorful Lucky Charms Cereal marshmallows and a shamrock stirrer. A printed list of March drink specials is beneath the mug. Photograph of the Lucky Toast offered by NOMZ in Northside Marketplace in downtown Akron, Ohio. The toast features a shamrock-shaped egg in the center of the toast, with a serving of hot honey from Akron Honey. Photograph of a classic Reuben sandwich offered by NOMZ in Northside Marketplace in downtown Akron, Ohio. Photograph of the bright, clean, modern-looking dining / common area in Northside Marketplace. In the background, NOMZ ordering counter can be seen.
March 17, 2026 at 4:38 PM
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Looking for fresh seafood & sushi in #downtownAkron, Ohio? Boiling House Akron Seafood Restaurant is a must! They serve a variety of sea food boils, including shrimp, crawfish & crabs' legs, plus sushi, boba teas & more. #seafood #akronFood

Find out more, & order online: www.boilinghouseakron.com
4 photographs arranged in a square, with one large, rectangular photo at the top and 3 square photos beneath it. The photographs are of food from Boiling House Akron, in downtown Akron, Ohio. Pictured are seafood boils with shrimp, crabs' legs, crawfish and corn, along with various sushi rolls, a lobster tail, and other fried shrimp.
July 2, 2025 at 7:37 PM