Old 97

1503 Kenmore Blvd, Akron
(330) 745-5493

Recent Reviews

Kurt Banic

Beautiful place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Robin Heitic

We love going to the 97. The service is always great. Classy, yet fun establishment. Love it so much.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Kiwi Girl

Not at all what it used to be. Certainly less stellar in the winter than summer. But based on this experience, I'm not sure I'd return at any time.Are you a cool, trendy, low-key neighborhood bar, or are you a dance club? Having a DJ blaring dance music in an empty bar when your demographic is 50+ and you have no dance floor is ridiculous. We could not even hear each other talk or the bartender hear us.Plus, the seating, just limited to begin with, did not even work under the tables. By the time you sat on the chair, there was not enough room to get your legs under the table.Finally, the food was overpriced and not very flavorful. The drinks were the only positive point of the evening, but all in all, this place is way pricey for what they're delivering, and they need to figure out what that is... what the bar's identity is!Parking: In the strip in the middle of the road.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Chips with Lawson's Chip Dip

Melissa Shinn

Love this place! Drinks are always delicious and a great price. We have also had food. Flatbread pizza and quesadilla both also very good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rob Brooks

Overall amazing experience. Good food, music and good vibes!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Pat McCarthy

What a hidden gem .like stepping back into a vintage barBeautiful decor and amazing specialty drinks .Come warm weather the outside patio and bar area are a place to sit with family and friends.Check out the live

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Justin Stasiowski

Stopped by for a drink. Awesome little bar reminds me of one of my favorite spots in Montana. Family owned and excellent service.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Sabra Lloyd

The food is awesome!! The atmosphere is fantastic!! The service is even better! Highly recommend!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Noreen Wagner

Old 97 has such a feel good vibe as soon as you walk in. The staff is about the best any place could hope for, and they always have fantastic entertainment! Again, thank you Old 97 for a fantastic and fun night!!❤️?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Robert Frazier

Warm and cozy doesn't begin to describe this place. Drinks were excellent, food was delicious. Tiffany and crew go out of their way to make you feel at

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Steve Sutton

We recently went to see one of our favorite musicians play there recently. It was advertised on their Facebook page that day. When we arrived we were told that although he was playing,it was a private event, closed to the public. When we asked why was it advertised, the bartender just shrugged and ignored us. We had a party of 7 who had driven from the west side of Cleveland; it’s about a two hour round trip. A total waste of time. We would have spent $$$ on dinner and drinks. Never again, that’s really poor customer service. Can not recommend.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Not applicable

Michael Schwartz

A great dining experience in a very cozy and friendly atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Exclusive - Steak Tacos

James Gadsden

I’m a former long time patron of the Old 97. It used to be a really unique understated classy place. Some friends and I recently went for drinks and appetizers are were kind of shocked that there’s now a jukebox playing loud bro country and the place was kind of dirty and smelled like marijuana. The bartender was nice but not very well informed about certain cocktails. I know things change but it was really nothing like its former self. I’ve since learned that there are new owners so that might explain why it’s gone downhill. Sorry but can’t recommend now.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 2

Isaac Arey

Our group was skillfully assisted by Alyssa. We had the taco boards, which the steak was amazing. With excellent drinks and a cozy atmosphere made for a memorable evening. Do not miss out on the comfy vibe and friendly staff!Dietary restrictions: Willing to substitute on the taco boards in different ways that was awesome.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Old 97, Exclusive - Steak Tacos

Joshua Moraghan

Great little gem!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burger

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