The Lockview is located in the center of downtown Akron. It once was a dive bar/music venue and the owner, Danny Basone, renovated the place to be a successful restaurant. It also has one of the biggest beer selections in Akron and it's a cheese lovers dream. Why you ask? It's basically all gourmet grilled cheeses. Basone often jokes that he, "invented the grilled cheese!"
How could a grilled cheese be gourmet? Well, for starters, there are thirteen different grilled cheeses. My personal favorite is the apples, bacon (minus bacon for me), and cheddar cheese. Closely followed by the mashed potato, bourbon gravy, and cheddar cheese sandwich (comes with American, but I don't believe in American cheese). There's a grilled cheese for everyone and if you're boring, there's a basic just cheese sandwich.
If you're not a cheese fan, don't worry, the Lockview has multiple handmade soups, salads, burgers, pasta, and chicken sandwiches. The veggie burger is made from scratch and if you're a vegetarian, you know how hard it is to find a non-frozen veggie burger.
On Monday afternoons, the Lockview offers an amazing special called, "MONDAY'S SUCK" and all dishes are 50% off. It's an incredible deal because most of the dishes are already cheap.
If beer and appetizers are your thing, Lockview has a huge selection of craft beers, top shelf liquors, and delicious appetizers ranging from hummus, deep fried pepperoni, and sweet potato fries. There's something for everyone and if you're lucky, you might be there during their random "happy hours". Where all appetizers are half off.
Visit the Lockview:
Website: lockview.com
Address:
207 South Main Street
Downtown Akron, 44308
Phone number: 330-252-5128
Hours:
MON-THURS: 11am - 11pm
FRIDAY: 11am – Midnight
SATURDAY: Noon – Midnight
SUNDAY: FOUR – TEN
Bar is open until two a.m.
I love Lockview and am a frequent visitor. However I had no idea about their Monday's Suck 50% off deal! I also didn't know about their rooftop summertime patio. Thanks for the helpful input! I'll be sure to try out both of those things!
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Lockview, but it sounds really good. I'm always down to try out new restaurants, plus I love grilled cheese. Your whole profile is awesome with the pictures and directions to these places.
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