Old 97 - Akron

This restaurant is a hidden gem! It has a fantastic atmosphere, delicious burgers, excellent drinks, and wonderful staff. I truly love this place—it's quickly b... read more This restaurant is a hidden gem! It has a fantastic atmosphere, delicious burgers, excellent drinks, and wonderful staff. I truly love this place—it's quickly becoming one of my favorites!

Old 97 boasts the best patio in Akron. The live music is excellent, the service is top-notch, and the management and staff are incredibly friendly. You should d... read more Old 97 boasts the best patio in Akron. The live music is excellent, the service is top-notch, and the management and staff are incredibly friendly. You should definitely check it out!

This place has a very nice patio. They have live entertainment throughout the week. No draft beer but a good selection of bottled beer. They also have many cock... read more This place has a very nice patio. They have live entertainment throughout the week. No draft beer but a good selection of bottled beer. They also have many cocktail options. I ordered the chips and dip as an appetizer. They serve Lawson's chip dip, an Akron favorite for years. For dinner, I had the salmon tacos. They are served with a black bean salad. My preference is a more chunky fish taco versus the finer chopped version that was served.The tacos were ok, but they needed a bit more cilantro and maybe a bit more lime. They were served in a soft taco shell that was fire grilled. The black bean salad needed some salt as it tasted a bit plain. Still, it was a good meal and came out of the kitchen promptly. Our server was great. She checked on us frequently and was efficient and friendly. They did have a band scheduled for the night, but I left as they were setting up, so I can not comment on the entertainment.

This place is pretty good, and having street parking is definitely a plus. The outdoor patio is lovely, and it's great that they are dog-friendly! read more This place is pretty good, and having street parking is definitely a plus. The outdoor patio is lovely, and it's great that they are dog-friendly!

Photographer here from a recent wedding, I photographed a wedding here last weekend and It was one of the most unique experiences I have had with a venue and I... read more Photographer here from a recent wedding, I photographed a wedding here last weekend and It was one of the most unique experiences I have had with a venue and I love when the couples that I work with seek a more non traditional route to have a wedding. Food was great, vendors were amazing and attentive, its always a plus when venue owners care about other vendors and always ask if I need anything, I love the historic atmosphere and being able to take portraits in the speakeasy was amazing. 10/10 would recommend having a small, non-traditional wedding here.