Thirsty Dog staying put in Akron for now

 

By Rick Armon

Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: October 12, 2014 - 10:32 PM

 

Thirsty Dog Brewing Co. is staying put in Akron for now — and the owners hope for the long term, too.

 

Co-owner John Najeway said the company is investing “a couple million dollars” in an expansion at its location in the former Burkhardt Brewing Co. complex on Grant Street just south of the University of Akron campus.

 

http://www.ohio.com/news/local/thirsty-dog-staying-put-in-akron-for-now-1.531205

Food notes: Twisted Olive to open in Green; Kirbie’s open house; tastings

 

By Katie Byard

Beacon Journal business writer

Published: October 28, 2014 - 05:45 PM | Updated: October 29, 2014 - 12:41 PM

 

This is one big twist on a house redo: Turn a sprawling early 1990s house into a splashy new eatery, Twisted Olive Italian American Kitchen.

 

The much-anticipated restaurant — a spinoff of the popular Gervasi Vineyard in Canton — opens Monday in the wood-sided former home overlooking two small lakes that until recently was part of park property owned by the city of Green.

 

http://www.ohio.com/business/food-notes-twisted-olive-to-open-in-green-kirbie-s-open-house-tastings-1.535945

Have not seen mention on this thread that there are a couple of other interesting downtown Akron openings.  Where a "casual Italian" restaurant flamed out next to House of Hunan's is a new copycat of Chipotle's new pizza concept, Pizzeria Locale.  It is called Pizza Fire.  Essentially the idea is hand-picked ingredients while you wait for it to cook at super high temps for a few minutes.  The owner is the same as Romeo's pizza. 

 

Also recently opened in the same building as Thirsty Dog is Aqueduct Brewing.  Its pretty much in the back of the complex and they have a nicely conditioned space. 

Have not seen mention on this thread that there are a couple of other interesting downtown Akron openings.  Where a "casual Italian" restaurant flamed out next to House of Hunan's is a new copycat of Chipotle's new pizza concept, Pizzeria Locale.  It is called Pizza Fire.  Essentially the idea is hand-picked ingredients while you wait for it to cook at super high temps for a few minutes.  The owner is the same as Romeo's pizza. 

 

Also recently opened in the same building as Thirsty Dog is Aqueduct Brewing.  Its pretty much in the back of the complex and they have a nicely conditioned space. 

 

Yes, was going to mention that Pizza Fire. So is it a different owner than the Pronto that was in there before?

 

Aqueduct Brewing:

https://www.facebook.com/AqueductBrewing

 

^ Looking good!!!

Was at Aqueduct Brewing this past weekend.  I like what they've done with the space.

 

Unfortunately, I'm not exactly sold on what they've done with their beers.  But whatevs.

Some news:

 

Dave's Cosmic Subs has applied for a plan review for a space in Rosemont Commons in Fairlawn.

 

There is a place under plan review at Summit Mall called BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Appears to be like Applebee's with their own beer...yawn.

http://www.bjsrestaurants.com/

 

Kind of interesting though as the plan review states "tenant buildout" which would imply it's in the mall. They previous tried to get planning approval for a new building in the parking lot near Dillard's. I guess they didn't receive approval.

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food/beer-notes-akron-s-aqueduct-nanobrewery-opens-bj-s-brewhouse-plans-summit-mall-location-1.533865

http://www.akron.com/akron-ohio-community-news.asp?aID=24285

 

Also, plan review for a place called "Planet Sub" in Portage Crossings in the Falls.

http://planetsub.com/

BJ's Brewhouse is a fairly large and growing chain that I have assumed had NEO plans soon. Its actually a big step above  Applebees... Pretty good. I often use it as a safe dinner bet when on west coast.

^Totally agree with this assessment regarding BJs. It is definitely about 3 full steps above CrApplebee's in terms of food quality, atmosphere and experience, if Applebee's has become to the bar/restaurant dine-in experience what McDonalds has been to fast food.

 

I've really been spoiled by the local dining options that are emerging around the region in my effort to support local businesses, but BJ's is a chain that I certainly don't mind patronizing once in awhile. It will be a nice addition to the Fairlawn/Montrose area.

Cool, glad to hear. Can't be any worse than the new Ray's, ha.

I haven't been to this place yet, but several of my friends have and one of them even works there: There's a place in Hudson now called the Malted Meeple, specializing in craft beer, milkshakes, and board games:

 

http://maltedmeeple.com/

 

I hope I get to go soonish. :-)

Food notes: Mexican street food coming to downtown Akron; wine dinner at Papa Joe’s; singles event at Acme; win a year of fine dining

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: July 28, 2015 - 05:14 PM | Updated: July 29, 2015 - 03:19 PM

 

El Gato Taqueria is the name of a small Mexican “street food” joint set to open around September in downtown Akron, next to the Lockview, across from Lock 3 park.

 

Danny Basone, owner of the Lockview at 207 S. Main St., known for its wide selection of grilled-cheese sandwiches, said he’s always wanted to open a second place, and the vacancy next door kept calling him.

 

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food/food-notes-mexican-street-food-coming-to-downtown-akron-wine-dinner-at-papa-joe-s-singles-event-at-acme-win-a-year-of-fine-dining-1.611581

 

 

 

 

Also, substantial rumors of a new cheese restaurant in Montrose, of the MELTed variety....

Where did I hear about this???

 

Montrose area of Bath may get a Melt Bar & Grilled; regional chain eyes former Friendly's site

By Katie Byard Published: August 18, 2015

 

Melt Bar & Grilled, the regional grilled-cheese chain that has a bit of a cult following, plans to move into the old Friendly's location at 3921 Medina Road (state Route 18), in the busy Montrose retail area of Bath Township.

> Folks with Melt, headquartered in Cleveland, couldn't be immediately reached for comment, but Bath zoning inspector William Funk said he understands Melt wants to open in the spot by sometime late this year or early next year. Melt is seeking various zoning approvals from the township.

 

http://www.ohio.com/blogs/your-business/your-business-1.567844/montrose-area-of-bath-may-get-a-melt-bar-grilled-regional-chain-eyes-former-friendly-s-site-1.617155

Ripper’s Rock House is now Traveler’s Tavern: Same owners, different vibe

 

By Rich Heldenfels

Beacon Journal popular culture writer

Published: August 25, 2015 - 05:00 PM | Updated: August 25, 2015 - 05:18 PM

 

Over the weekend, drivers along Manchester Road were greeted by a new sign at an old location.

 

Ripper’s Rock House, the bar and restaurant owned by Tim “Ripper” Owens and Micah Posten, now calls itself Tim Owens’ Traveler’s Restaurant.

 

http://www.ohio.com/entertainment/rich-heldenfels/ripper-s-rock-house-is-now-traveler-s-tavern-same-owners-different-vibe-1.618890#

Food Notes: Sushi place tries tough spot in Merriman Valley; September is Downtown Akron Restaurant Month; Gervasi releases wines from grapes grown in Canton; lots of tomatoes at Howe Meadow

 

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: August 25, 2015 - 05:33 PM | Updated: August 26, 2015 - 12:17 PM

 

The space in Akron’s Merriman Valley has earned a reputation as a spot that just can’t hang on to restaurants.

 

This time around, nearby residents and foodies are practically gleeful that yet another venture is opening up in the space in the strip plaza at 1375 N. Portage Path, tucked behind the BP gas station at the intersection with Merriman Road.

 

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food/food-notes-sushi-place-tries-tough-spot-in-merriman-valley-september-is-downtown-akron-restaurant-month-gervasi-releases-wines-from-grapes-grown-in-canton-lots-of-tomatoes-at-howe-meadow-1.618905

Melt Bar & Grilled hopes to open restaurant in Bath Township in March

Published: December 1, 2015 - 12:25 AM | Updated: December 1, 2015 - 12:55 PM

 

Melt Bar & Grilled owner and founder Matt Fish said Monday that his popular regional chain hopes to open its first Summit County restaurant in March.

 

Fish’s comments marked the first time that anyone from the chain has confirmed plans to open a location at 3921 Medina Road (state Route 18) in Bath Township.

 

http://www.ohio.com/news/melt-bar-grilled-hopes-to-open-restaurant-in-bath-township-in-march-1.644490

Akron's new El Gato Taqueria already planning expansion

January 22, 2016 Updated a day ago

 

By JENNIFER CONN

Photo by SHANE WYNN El Gato owner Danny Basone

 

Restaurateur Danny Basone opened El Gato Taqueria, a street taco restaurant, in late December, but he’s already making plans for warmer weather and bigger crowds.

 

El Gato, at 209 S. Main St., currently is a deep, narrow, 40-seat eatery, but construction is currently underway on an additional 60-seat room in the back of the restaurant, with a separate bar, set to open in April. 

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20160122/NEWS/160119860/akrons-new-el-gato-taqueria-already-planning-expansion#utm_medium=email&utm_source=ccl-akronmorning&utm_campaign=ccl-akronmorning-20160122

Food notes: Restaurant boom in Montrose; Cellar 59 wine dinner; Seven Courses of Kent

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: February 23, 2016 - 06:36 PM

 

Montrose is home to a boomlet of regional restaurant groups.

 

The latest to reveal plans to come to the party are Hospitality Restaurants, the Fairview Park-based group behind Rosewood Grill in Hudson; and PizzaFire, the Medina County-headquartered chain that plans to open some 20 locations in the next year.

 

The new restaurant owned by the Rosewood Grill folks will focus on seafood, and business partners are still considering possible names. It will likely open in June or July, in an existing building on “Restaurant Hill,” off state Route 18 (Medina Road), in the Copley Township portion of the Montrose area west of Akron.

 

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food/food-notes-restaurant-boom-in-montrose-cellar-59-wine-dinner-seven-courses-of-kent-1.664117

Food notes: Whiskey Ranch, 35 Brix coming to Green; West Point update; vote at Niko’s Sandwich Board

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: March 8, 2016 - 06:31 PM

 

The plan is now to open a permanent spot downtown — Vernon said that because of ongoing negotiations he can’t say where — in a space that already has a kitchen. That would supply a Fairlawn location; again Vernon wouldn’t disclose specifics.

 

He hopes to get both open later this year, and notes that he is keeping managers on the payroll. And there’s no longer talk about “interim” or temporary sites.

 

http://www.ohio.com/news/local/food-notes-whiskey-ranch-35-brix-coming-to-green-west-point-update-vote-at-niko-s-sandwich-board-1.667426

Food Notes: Chop & Swizzle opens in old firehouse; culinary grads plan feast; Menches talks burgers

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: March 22, 2016 - 07:23 PM | Updated: March 23, 2016 - 12:24 PM

 

Chop & Swizzle, a new craft cocktail bar, quietly popped up in the old fire station at 60 Maple St. in Akron’s West Hill neighborhood.

 

The new bar/eatery is from Dick Kanatzar — known as Chef Dick — and Daniel Allyn, with Kanatzar supplying his creative eats from a food truck for the time being.

 

http://www.ohio.com/business/food-notes-chop-swizzle-opens-in-old-firehouse-culinary-grads-plan-feast-menches-talks-burgers-1.670976

Food Notes: Lamp Post moves; small plates at Grapes in a Glass; Acme renovations progress; charitable wines for tasting

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: March 29, 2016 - 06:12 PM | Updated: March 30, 2016 - 01:42 PM

 

Starbucks confirmed

 

Work progresses on the new Starbucks in the former China Gourmet, across from Ken Stewart’s Grille on West Market Street in Akron.

 

Notice I didn’t say “rumored Starbucks,” as I’ve said before. Frank Licata, president of LRC Realty in Akron, confirmed Tuesday that the site is indeed going to be a Starbucks, with a drive-through. The China Gourmet, a onetime Wendy’s, closed last year. Previously, Licata had only been willing to say that LRC did have plans for a “specific tenant” at the site.

 

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food-notes/food-notes-lamp-post-moves-small-plates-at-grapes-in-a-glass-acme-renovations-progress-charitable-wines-for-tasting-1.672369#

Food Notes: Wait almost over for new eateries coming to Montrose

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: May 3, 2016 - 06:27 PM | Updated: May 3, 2016 - 11:25 PM

 

Have no fear, Melt Bar & Grilled is really, really going to open in Bath Township in the not-too-distant future. We’re looking at June now, says Matt Fish, the owner/founder of the popular Cleveland-based chain.

 

And also in the Montrose area, Bomba Tacos & Rum, which is part of the Beachwood-based Paladar Restaurant Group, is set to open May 13 in the former Hudson’s at Cleveland-Massillon Road and state Route 18 in Copley Township. A day before the grand opening, you can get a sneak peek at a fundraising event for Stewart’s Caring Place, a Fairlawn-headquartered nonprofit that offers services to people with cancer.

 

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food/food-notes-wait-almost-over-for-new-eateries-coming-to-montrose-1.680329#

Former Max & Erma's in Fairlawn set to become a Burntwood Tavern

By Katie Byard Published: June 13, 2016

 

The regional Burntwood Tavern chain said Monday it plans to open a location in the fall on West Market Street in Fairlawn  —  in the building that formerly housed a Max & Erma’s.

 

It will be the second Summit county location for the Chagrin Falls-based Burntwood Tavern, which has a restaurant in Cuyahoga Falls.

 

http://www.ohio.com/blogs/your-business/your-business-1.567844/former-max-erma-s-in-fairlawn-set-to-become-a-burntwood-tavern-1.690127

Bomba Tacos & Rum brings sophisticated tastes of Latin American

June 25, 2016 Updated 16 hours ago

By JENNIFER CONN

 

Bomba Tacos & Rum does not fit into a standard restaurant category. When you think of tacos, you likely think Mexican food. And when you think of rum, the Caribbean might come to mind.

 

But Bomba is neither.

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20160625/NEWS/160609793/bomba-tacos-rum-brings-sophisticated-tastes-of-latin-american#utm_medium=email&utm_source=ccl-akronmorning&utm_campaign=ccl-akronmorning-20160701

Ripper Owens’ Traveler’s Tavern closing; it was featured on ‘Bar Rescue’

Published: August 23, 2016 - 02:16 PM | Updated: August 23, 2016 - 03:44 PM

Beacon Journal staff report

 

Tim Owens’ Traveler’s Tavern, which underwent a televised makeover last year, will close in early September.

 

Owens, the rocker known as Ripper, and his partner Micah Posten blamed other commitments for the closing.

 

http://www.ohio.com/entertainment/tv/ripper-owens-traveler-s-tavern-closing-it-was-featured-on-bar-rescue-1.706686#

 

HiHO Brewing coming to Cuyahoga Falls

By Rick Armon Published: August 23, 2016

 

When Jon and Ali Hovan started looking around the Akron area for a suitable spot for their new brewery, they had one major requirement.

 

“We wanted to be in a community that wanted us,” Jon Hovan said.

 

They found that in Cuyahoga Falls.

 

http://www.ohio.com/blogs/the-beer-blog/the-beer-blog-1.273124/hiho-brewing-coming-to-cuyahoga-falls-1.706614

Akron Dish: Sugar & Slice to serve pizza and doughnuts near UA; Nervous Dog celebrates a decade; season finale for Food Truck Friday; festivals and wine dinners coming

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: August 30, 2016 - 05:37 PM | Updated: August 31, 2016 - 03:08 PM

 

You’ll soon be able to get a sugar fix and a pizza slice near the University of Akron.

 

Sugar & Slice is the name of the pizza and doughnut shop that hopes to open late next month at the corner of Grant and East Thornton streets near Akron’s main post office.

 

This won’t be a sit-down spot. Rather, it’ll have a walk-up window, a drive-thru and delivery service.

 

http://www.ohio.com/business/akron-dish-sugar-slice-to-serve-pizza-and-doughnuts-near-ua-nervous-dog-celebrates-a-decade-season-finale-for-food-truck-friday-festivals-and-wine-dinners-coming-1.708384

 

Chop & Swizzle in Akron to get a sister place in Green; Sugar & Slice opening set for next month

By Katie Byard Published: September 22, 2016

Does this Akron guy ever sleep?

 

Chef Dick Kanatzar, who opened the Chop & Swizzle cocktail bar in Akron earlier this year and plans to open a pizza-doughnut joint this fall, is now cooking up a second Chop & Swizzle location — in Green.

 

And he continues to operate his roving-chef business, Chef Dick’s Kitchen, at events and venues including local breweries.

 

http://www.ohio.com/blogs/food/akron-dish/akron-dish-1.701805/chop-swizzle-in-akron-to-get-a-sister-place-in-green-sugar-slice-opening-set-for-next-month-1.713691

Green may get a new lakeside eatery; owners of Sandy Beach Marina want to build restaurant next door

By Katie Byard

Beacon Journal staff writer

 

A new lakefront restaurant/bar could open next to Sandy Beach Marina off South Main Street in Green as soon as this spring.

 

Jim Genovese and his wife, Zana, own the longtime Portage Lakes area marina at 3719 S. Main St. They envision spending $1 million to build the eatery on the site of the marina’s lakefront pavilion.

 

http://www.ohio.com/news/local/green-may-get-a-new-lakeside-eatery-owners-of-sandy-beach-marina-want-to-build-restaurant-next-door-1.715295

Chill Ice Cream dishes out unique attitude and flavors

September 24, 2016 Updated 21 hours ago

By JENNIFER KARPUS-ROMAIN

 

Chill Ice Cream Co. hosted its downtown Akron location's grand opening earlier this month, and while the company's first spot in Medina has been booming since April 2015, the origins of the artisan shop goes much further back.

 

And the future may hold even more growth.

 

When brothers Zachary, 27, Jeremy, 24, and Patrick Jaworski, 19, were growing up in Valley City, they got sick of traditional ice cream flavors. They truly enjoyed ice cream but wanted something more than just vanilla, chocolate and strawberry.

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20160924/NEWS/160929909/chill-ice-cream-dishes-out-unique-attitude-and-flavors

 

 

Akron Dish: Piada expands; Southern food at Venice Cafe; Kingfish opens in Montrose

By Katie Byard

Published: October 18, 2016 - 05:51 PM | Updated: October 19, 2016 - 12:15 PM

 

Today, we’re all over the culinary and geographic map.

 

Italian street food is coming to Cuyahoga Falls and West Akron, and Southern flavors — hot chicken and shrimp and grits — have arrived at Kent’s Venice Cafe.

 

And the new Kingfish — which aims for a New England seafood house vibe — has opened on “Restaurant Hill” in Copley Township. Here are some morsels about each.

 

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food-notes/akron-dish-piada-expands-southern-food-at-venice-cafe-kingfish-opens-in-montrose-1.720264#

Akron Dish: Stray Dog finds home at Office tavern in North Hill; PizzaFire arrives in Kent; free tea if Indians win World Series; cabbage roll dinner in Green and more

By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: October 25, 2016 - 06:04 PM | Updated: October 26, 2016 - 12:59 PM

 

The former Office in Akron’s North Hill neighborhood has captured a Stray Dog.

 

Charly Murphy, owner of Stray Dog food carts, is taking the helm in the kitchen of the Office City Tavern at 778 N. Main St. It will reopen at 3 p.m. Friday.

 

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food-notes/akron-dish-stray-dog-finds-home-at-office-tavern-in-north-hill-pizzafire-arrives-in-kent-free-tea-if-indians-win-world-series-cabbage-roll-dinner-in-green-and-more-1.722146#

Dewey's Pizza opening at Summit Mall on Feb. 13 will hire 40

By Janet H. Cho, The Plain Dealer

on January 24, 2017 at 12:30 PM, updated January 24, 2017 at 3:14 PM

 

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Ohio-based Dewey's Pizza is opening its third Northeast Ohio pizzeria at Summit Mall, at 3265 W. Market St. in Fairlawn, on Feb. 13.

 

The 90-seat, 3,500-square-foot restaurant, which will open inside what used to be a Coldwater Creek store and a Scott Trade office, will employ 40 people as cooks, servers and managers. Apply at: http://deweyspizza.com/jobs/job-applications/

 

 

http://www.cleveland.com/business/index.ssf/2017/01/deweys_pizza_opening_at_summit.html#incart_river_index

Beer, bourbon and vintage vibe coming to arts district

February 12, 2017 Updated 12 hours ago

 

By JENNIFER KARPUS-ROMAIN

 

The opening of the High St. Hop House isn't just bringing a new beer-themed venue to Akron's Downtown Arts District. It's bringing a new dimension to already-established places.

 

High St. Hop House will enter the scene on Friday, Feb. 17, bringing a craft beer and bourbon flavor to the arts district. Mike Troppe and Will Murphy aim to bring high-quality product while embracing the artistic roots the area offers.

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20170212/NEWS/170219963/beer-bourbon-and-vintage-vibe-coming-to-arts-district

That's interesting with the Akronym Brewing Company opening (IIRC) very much nearby!

That's interesting with the Akronym Brewing Company opening (IIRC) very much nearby!

 

Yes, High St. Hop House had their soft opening. Looks like Friday open to the public.

Akronym is less than a block away and then Lock 15 Brewery will be in the Cascade Lofts a couple blocks away.

 

Thirsty Dog Brewing celebrating 20 years; opening new taproom and kitchen near brewery

 

By Rick Armon

Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: March 14, 2017 - 05:37 PM | Updated: March 15, 2017 - 11:13 AM

 

Thirsty Dog is coming full circle with the opening next month of the Thirsty Dog Taphouse, a taproom and kitchen at 587 Grant St. in a 3,000-square-foot building that for years housed Glen’s Train Shop.

 

The space is just a few doors down from the brewery.

 

http://www.ohio.com/business/thirsty-dog-brewing-celebrating-20-years-opening-new-taproom-and-kitchen-near-brewery-1.753589#

A new beer hot spot: Hudson-Stow area will get 3 breweries

April 16, 2017 Updated 11 hours ago

By JENNIFER KARPUS-ROMAIN

 

With three new breweries opening in the Hudson-Stow area in the next few months, northern Summit County is grabbing its share of the ever-growing industry. 

 

According to the recent Brewers Association’s report, there are more than 5,300 breweries operating in the U.S., representing 12.3% market share by volume of the overall beer industry.

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20170416/NEWS/170419876/a-new-beer-hot-spot-hudson-stow-area-will-get-3-breweries

Cathedral Buffet closes to public following federal order to pay $388,000 to employees

By Jim Mackinnon

Published: April 18, 2017 - 05:35 PM | Updated: April 19, 2017 - 08:13 AM

 

The Cathedral Buffet has closed, cold turkey.

 

Just weeks after a federal judge ordered televangelist Ernest Angley and his Cathedral Buffet to pay more than $388,000 in back pay and damages to employees, the popular restaurant in Cuyahoga Falls was shuttered without notice.

 

http://www.ohio.com/business/cathedral-buffet-closes-to-public-following-federal-order-to-pay-388-000-to-employees-1.761339

 

Akron Dish: Winemaker Jim Clendenen headlines auction; Lock 3 festival dates; Hower House tea

By Katie ByardBeacon Journal staff writer

Published: April 18, 2017 - 05:12 PM | Updated: April 19, 2017 - 08:07 AM

 

• Da Bayou Authentic Cajun & Creole Cuisine has its grand opening weekend Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Hours will be 6 to 11 p.m. each day. Reservations will be taken starting at 4 p.m. Wednesday. Call 330-237-7955.

 

A New Orleans-style second line parade will be at 6 p.m. Friday.

 

http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food/akron-dish-winemaker-jim-clendenen-headlines-auction-lock-3-festival-dates-hower-house-tea-1.761329

Iconic Diamond Grille steakhouse changing hands

Beacon Journal staff report

Published: May 1, 2017 - 10:10 AM | Updated: May 1, 2017 - 12:52 PM

 

The iconic Diamond Grille steakhouse is changing hands.

 

Katie Stack, a waitress at the Akron restaurant, and her husband John Stack have bought the restaurant for an undisclosed price.

 

http://www.ohio.com/news/local/iconic-diamond-grille-steakhouse-changing-hands-1.763945

Giving BLU a front door on Market Street

February 6, 2017 -

 

AKRON, OH (Downtown Akron loses 3 Point; eatery says shutdown related to underground fire last month, by Katie Byard, ohio.com)

 

Downtown Akron’s 3 Point restaurant, which shut down temporarily after an underground fire in December, has closed permanently after seven years on East Market Street.

 

http://blujazzakron.com/news/giving-blu-a-front-door-on-market-street/

Akron relaxes food truck rules, starting with Wednesdays at Cascade Cucina on the Plaza

By Jennifer Conn, Akron reporter, cleveland.com

on May 18, 2017 at 3:47 PM, updated May 18, 2017 at 3:58 PM

 

AKRON, Ohio - For the first time in more than five years, Akron food trucks will line up downtown for lunch.

 

Cascade Cucina on the Plaza will run every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., May 24 through Sept. 27 at Cascade Plaza on South Main Street. To start, it will feature Summit County-based food trucks.

 

http://www.cleveland.com/akron/index.ssf/2017/05/akron_welcomes_food_trucks_for.html#incart_river_index

Akron relaxes food truck rules, starting with Wednesdays at Cascade Cucina on the Plaza

By Jennifer Conn, Akron reporter, cleveland.com

on May 18, 2017 at 3:47 PM, updated May 18, 2017 at 3:58 PM

 

AKRON, Ohio - For the first time in more than five years, Akron food trucks will line up downtown for lunch.

 

Cascade Cucina on the Plaza will run every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., May 24 through Sept. 27 at Cascade Plaza on South Main Street. To start, it will feature Summit County-based food trucks.

 

http://www.cleveland.com/akron/index.ssf/2017/05/akron_welcomes_food_trucks_for.html#incart_river_index

 

You have to hand it to former Mayor, Don Plusqualic. He never did cave in to the powerful and corrupt food truck lobby.

 

#integrity

Akron relaxes food truck rules, starting with Wednesdays at Cascade Cucina on the Plaza

By Jennifer Conn, Akron reporter, cleveland.com

on May 18, 2017 at 3:47 PM, updated May 18, 2017 at 3:58 PM

 

AKRON, Ohio - For the first time in more than five years, Akron food trucks will line up downtown for lunch.

 

Cascade Cucina on the Plaza will run every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., May 24 through Sept. 27 at Cascade Plaza on South Main Street. To start, it will feature Summit County-based food trucks.

 

http://www.cleveland.com/akron/index.ssf/2017/05/akron_welcomes_food_trucks_for.html#incart_river_index

 

You have to hand it to former Mayor, Don Plusqualic. He never did cave in to the powerful and corrupt food truck lobby.

 

#integrity

 

One of the biggest downfalls of Akron and the former cabinet is that they were too afraid to try any, because "what if..."

Their logic for not having the food trucks was that it would put the brick and mortar places out of business.

 

 

 

Crave Cantina finds a home in Cuyahoga Falls and a Latin concept

May 21, 2017 Updated 2 hours ago

By JENNIFER KARPUS-ROMAIN

 

Aaron Hervey thinks he has found the ideal location for his newest venture, Crave Cantina.

 

No matter that the site for the new restaurant, which will feature globally inspired tacos and Latin fare, lies right in the middle of the construction zone as Cuyahoga Falls works to open up Front Street to traffic. The work will be right outside Crave Cantina's front door beginning in July, said Hervey, who owns the new spot and the original Crave in Akron with his wife, Dana.

 

Crave Cantina is set open on Tuesday, May 23.

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20170521/NEWS/170529995/crave-cantina-finds-a-home-in-cuyahoga-falls-and-a-latin-concept

The new Administration has certainly been a breath of fresh air when it comes to commercial and retail development opportunities. Food Trucks are a perfect example. I've had friends on City Council for years - and for the longest time, I could only ever roll my eyes at their ongoing excuses for justifying their inactivity or fear of trying anything new. Anything remotely "trendy" - whether it had been proven to be successful or not - was often brushed aside.

^Agreed. Mayor Horrigan as well as Jason Segedy as the city's planning director have particularly done well in bringing a fresh perspective to Akron's governance that has been badly needed for years.

 

We still have a long way to go, but the difference between the current administration and the previous one is that it is possible to see the way forward now and realistically envision what one or more constructive end outcomes could be for the city.

 

Plusquellic and his admin weren't all bad by any means, but there is also such a thing as staying in the game too long. He really should have moved on about 10 years earlier than he did.

Next chapter coming for Akron's Urban Eats

By Dan Shingler

June 02, 2017

 

Akron's getting some new Urban Eats.

 

The little restaurant that could punch above its weight — and did — shut down in mid-May when its founders, chef Jason Scala and partner Liz Tyran, moved to Key West, Fla.

 

But it won't be closed for long. Landlord and downtown Akron developer Tony Troppe said he's already found some new Akronites to reopen the restaurant. He said that will happen sometime later in June.

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20170602/NEWS/170609953/next-chapter-coming-for-akrons-urban-eats

Two new spots underway:

 

Blu Plate (last use of the space was 3 Point)

https://www.facebook.com/bluplateakron/?ref=page_internal

 

Lock 15 Brewing (Cascade Lofts building):

https://www.facebook.com/lock15brewing/

Akron food trucks may get more freedom by next year — and restaurant owners aren’t happy about it

By Theresa Cottom

Beacon Journal staff writer

Published: July 5, 2017 - 08:14 PM

 

Every Wednesday afternoon, food truck offerings bring the sleepy corridor on Main Street to life during Cascade Cucina, where professionals from surrounding businesses converge on the green in Cascade Plaza to eat and socialize.

 

But for some surrounding restaurants, the event leaves business on Wednesday afternoons quieter than ever. Since the weekly city event began in May, Johnathan Hamad, the owner of Hamad’s on Main, said he’s lost hundreds of dollars every Wednesday to the competition directly across the street.

 

http://www.ohio.com/news/local/akron-food-trucks-may-get-more-freedom-by-next-year-and-restaurant-owners-aren-t-happy-about-it-1.778674

 

 

“I’m all for new businesses, but Akron in general already has enough restaurants,” Hamad said.

 

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And yet he just opened a new place downtown.  :wtf:

Local food trucks are finding new avenues

July 16, 2017 Updated 3 days ago

By JENNIFER KARPUS-ROMAIN

 

Food trucks are again lining up in downtown Akron throughout the summer for the city's Cascade Cucina event on Wednesdays.

 

While that no doubt brings delight to food lovers and the business operators alike, street events only tell part of the story as an increasing number of mobile food operations see private events as a big source of income.

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20170716/NEWS/170719875/local-food-trucks-are-finding-new-avenues

 

Missing Falls Brewery now headed to downtown Akron

By Rick Armon

Published: July 18, 2017

 

Missing Falls Brewery really will be missing a falls.

 

The brewery once slated to open in Munroe Falls is shifting gears and will now be located in the giant Canal Place complex in downtown Akron.

 

It also will be a lot bigger than first envisioned.

 

Missing Falls came onto the local scene in late 2015, with plans to open in a small shop at 10 N. Main St. in Munroe Falls.

 

http://www.ohio.com/blogs/the-beer-blog/the-beer-blog-1.273124/missing-falls-brewery-now-headed-to-downtown-akron-1.781145