New American Restaurants near Kent, OH

“We went today and had an amazing experience. The food and service were incredible! Highly recommend“

“Went with my In-laws this past Friday. The parking was awkward making it difficult to exit to the front of the building. The food, drinks and service were top notch. However, I thought the 3% up charge for using a credit card vs cash to pay the bill was a bit petty due to the already inflated menu prices. This left me wondering; why the owner thought it was more important to cover their $5 cost at the expense of me returning again?“

“Food was great and staff attentive! 💖“

“Great place to hang out with friends and listen great music like The Immortal Porpoises.“

“Absolutely delicious chef specials on Thursdays! Will definitely be back!“

“I’ve visited a handful of times now and enjoyed everything I’ve tried so far. Really nice cocktail, wine and beer menu. The French onion soup is SO good. I also really love the thai wrap. All day happy hour on Wednesdays is really nice too.“

“Loved it, best food I have had in decades“

“Food is good - when they are open. Saturday at 2:30 they were already closed. If business is slow or they are shorthanded, they close. Hours are never reliable. Call first. PS - not trans-gender friendly. I know someone who was told that they can’t use the bathroom there.“

“Just go. Stop reading this, and just GO! The fried chicken is delicious, the JoJo's are the best I've ever had, and the calico beans are incredible. The place is clean and the service fantastic. If you've read this far WHY HAVEN'T YOU LEFT YET?!? JUST GO! Good luck on saving room for dessert, which is a shame because they have a great pie and dessert selection too. GO!“

“Everything here is good but this place has the best onion rings ever!“

“Love to stop in for quick bite or a fun drink. Happy Hour is the best. The patio and deck are great in warmer temps. Great craft beer list.“

“Stopped in on a whim for a burger and fries. OH MAN....am I glad we did - this was by far, one of the best, if not the best burger I have had in a very long time. My husband agreed. There was nothing at all to complain about. The bartender was our server, and he was super as well.“

“We had an exceptional experience at North End 2.0 tonight.
A quick note for first-time visitors: although they open earlier for wine and retail bottle sales, dinner service does not begin until 5:00 pm, and they are not taking reservations yet. We arrived at 4:30 and were happy to enjoy a bottle of wine while we waited—but it’s helpful to know there is no food service prior to 5.
Once dinner began, everything was outstanding. Our server recommended a bottle of wine that was absolutely excellent and set the tone for the evening.
We started with the beet carpaccio special, served with an incredible assortment of bread—pita and a lovely Italian bread—alongside olive oil, balsamic, and Parmesan. Truly delicious.
For entrées, I ordered the Alaskan sablefish, and my husband had the short rib with gnocchi. Both dishes were exquisitely prepared—mouthwatering, beautifully balanced, and deeply satisfying. I honestly cannot remember the last time I cleaned my plate at a restaurant. If it hadn’t been socially inappropriate, I might have licked it.
The service and atmosphere were attentive without being overbearing. Our server checked in thoughtfully, the owner stopped by to make sure we were happy, and another staff member followed up as well—it was clear there is a genuine commitment here to hospitality and excellence.
We finished by sharing a dessert that deserves special mention: a salted caramel chocolate chip cookie stuffed with strawberry cheesecake ice cream. NOT One bite was left behind! Looking forward to another visit soon.“

“If you want something more than the typical hospital cafeteria food, then try Virtues. They are located on the ground floor of Akron Summa hospital. I am at the hospital because a family member is having surgery, and this restaurant was recommended by the desk staff. You walk to the counter and order. They give you a buzzer that signals you when the order is ready. I had the signature BLT and a side Ceasar salad. The salad was good size, lettuce was crisp and fresh. The BLT is served on sourdough bread and had a chitpotle mayo that gave it a good flavor and just a tinge of heat. For expecting "hospital" food, this was a pleasant surprise. It cost me just under $20 for the sandwich, salad, and a fountain drink.“

“We love this local restaurant. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is perfect for a special occasion dinner. Thank you for being part of our community!“

“On Thursday night there is a trio of fun bartenders , Allie , Micaela, and Monica. Always in a great mood and very attentive to your needs. The food is top notch sports bar type and well prepared. The selections are across the board and have never had a bad meal.“

“Food was really good, but the service was even better! We had the privilege of having Gracie wait on us and she was super nice, and patient as she answered all our questions. If I were to recommend one thing, I say go for the onion rings! Fresh, hot, crunchy and not greasy at all. It's definitely a place we will be coming back to.“

“On Saturday, March 21, 2026 I put together an event with some of my friends - A Fella's Night - and I chose Rosewood Grill in Hudson as the place we would dine. I spoke with the manager, James, and we got it all set up. All of my friends had a wonderful time! They all loved the restaurant! The food was excellent! Mary-Ann and Coral took very good care of us!

I started with a house salad. For my entree I had the Delmonico Ribeye. It was perfectly cooked! Alongside that was a loaded Baked Potato and a plate full of the largest most beautiful shrimp I've ever seen! Mary-Ann recommended a red wine that paired very nicely with my meal. I hate that I didn't take any pictures. I was too busy having fun with my friends!

The night went off without a hitch. (Well, maybe a small hitch. I did get charged twice for the shrimp I got. Thus the 4 stars. But...) My friends and I had a really good time! I would absolutely recommend this establishment for a night out.

Thank you all for a wonderful night to remember!“

“Hele aardige mensen en lekker gegeten!! Aanrader“

“A great place to hang out with family and friends!“

“Great experience with Hudson’s Catering this weekend! 80th birthday party for my Mom with family coming in from all over OH and PA. Kevin made it easy, picking the menu, delivering the food and setting it up. The food was fantastic and rave reviews from all the guests, especially the Chicken Romano, the green beans and the cinnamon fruit dip. Highly recommend!“

“Great food, drinks and atmosphere and out server Autumn was great and very attentive.“

“Absolutely the best food Views and service. I 100% recommend I’ve tried everything from breakfast brunch lunch happy hour and dinner the food is amazing and the view is unforgettable“

“Overall, a very consistent establishment. I love the cauliflower appetizer and the smash burger. Happy hour deals are great. Service has been a bit more hit or miss lately, which may be due to staffing. Just longer waits for food and servers checking in less, but overall still a spot in our regular rotation for food and drinks.“