Cleveland/Akron/Canton vacation
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Though this might better belong on another board here, I will post it here nonetheless to get some input. I have friends and family coming in from out of town for a Cleveland/Akron/Canton vacation. Here are some of the sights and sounds of the area that I am proposing to put on the itinerary. Hey...football is on here. Any additional suggestions, particularly dining are welcomed. Let me know if I have missed any quality attractions:
Sunday: Rock and Roll HOF/Tower City/maybe a ball game at night. Dining suggestions? Say Italian?
Monday: Cleveland Museum of Art/Natural History Museum/University Circle area. Dining suggestions out near there. Perhaps a steakhouse?
Tuesday: Put-In Bay. Perry Victory Monument. Have to yell "F**k You Westside". (Its tradition, ain't it?) Dining suggestions perhaps for Sandusky and environs after coming off the Jet Express
Wednesday: Pro Football Hall of Fame/McKinley Tomb/First Ladies NHS in Canton. Dining suggestions for Canton?
Thursday: Garfield House/Holden Arboretum. Any other suggestions for out that way including dining?
Friday: Christmas Story House, then Stan Hywet which is also putting on the play "Taming of the Shrew" in their Garden.
Dining suggestions
Saturday: Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Biking/hiking/sightseeing. Cleveland Orchestra concert/picnic at Blossom in the evening.
(not planning Cedar Point, too crowded) But did I miss anything else major that I should consider? Canoing at Mohican is another possibility at some point if there are extra days. Thanks for any tips.
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I have found the trolly tour a fun way to see the main sights and kill a few hours.
Maybe include lunch in Little Italy when you go out to the museums...
I would make it a point to hit the Westside Market and then catch lunch and a beverage across the street at GLB.
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Sushi Rock is an excellent sushi place down in the Flats. A little pricey, but fantastic food and not a bad walk from the R&R HoF. There's also that one restaurant right on the water, the name escapes me but if you've been down to the Flats you know which one I'm talking about. I think it's the Dock Waterfront Pub and Eatery but I'm not 100%. They've got pretty good Seafood and some other Pasta dishes and steaks that are good.
Big pluses for Put-In Bay and Jacob's Field. Those are wonderful things to see and experience when visiting NE Ohio.
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I have found the trolly tour a fun way to see the main sights and kill a few hours.
Maybe include lunch in Little Italy when you go out to the museums...
I would make it a point to hit the Westside Market and then catch lunch and a beverage across the street at GLB.
I have found the trolly tour a fun way to see the main sights and kill a few hours.
Maybe include lunch in Little Italy when you go out to the museums...
I would make it a point to hit the Westside Market and then catch lunch and a beverage across the street at GLB.
Great ideas. Little Italy after the University Circle day. Westside market after the Christmas Story house. Its out in that neighborhood.
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Sushi Rock is an excellent sushi place down in the Flats. A little pricey, but fantastic food and not a bad walk from the R&R HoF. There's also that one restaurant right on the water, the name escapes me but if you've been down to the Flats you know which one I'm talking about. I think it's the Dock Waterfront Pub and Eatery but I'm not 100%. They've got pretty good Seafood and some other Pasta dishes and steaks that are good.
Big pluses for Put-In Bay and Jacob's Field. Those are wonderful things to see and experience when visiting NE Ohio.
Sushi Rock is an excellent sushi place down in the Flats. A little pricey, but fantastic food and not a bad walk from the R&R HoF. There's also that one restaurant right on the water, the name escapes me but if you've been down to the Flats you know which one I'm talking about. I think it's the Dock Waterfront Pub and Eatery but I'm not 100%. They've got pretty good Seafood and some other Pasta dishes and steaks that are good.
Big pluses for Put-In Bay and Jacob's Field. Those are wonderful things to see and experience when visiting NE Ohio.
Are you thinking of the place on the West side of the Flats? Used to be D'Poo's? Or The Watermark? It has been quite some years since I have gone down that way....the places I mention have probably gone out or had name changes long ago.
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Canton has mostly chain restaurants but there are some nice local ones. La Pizzeria is my favorite. Its on Dressler Ave. It's really big portions for a fair price. The bread is great and the only hostess I've seen is a freaking ten. She has really big brains, if you know what I mean. If you want any other suggestions, let me know.
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Sunday: Dining suggestions? Say Italian? If it wasn't Sunday, I would say Luigis.
Monday: Dining suggestions out near there. Perhaps a steakhouse? BDs Mongolian BBQ in Coventry
Tuesday: Dining suggestions perhaps for Sandusky and environs after coming off the Jet Express? Red Gable Mesquite Grill
Wednesday: Dining suggestions for Canton? Fedeli Restaurant (friend is head chef)
Thursday: Any other suggestions for out that way including dining? I have no idea where that is
Friday: Dining suggestions? Vegiterranian Resturant in Akron
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Sushi Rock is an excellent sushi place down in the Flats. A little pricey, but fantastic food and not a bad walk from the R&R HoF. There's also that one restaurant right on the water, the name escapes me but if you've been down to the Flats you know which one I'm talking about. I think it's the Dock Waterfront Pub and Eatery but I'm not 100%. They've got pretty good Seafood and some other Pasta dishes and steaks that are good.
Big pluses for Put-In Bay and Jacob's Field. Those are wonderful things to see and experience when visiting NE Ohio.
Are you thinking of the place on the West side of the Flats? Used to be D'Poo's? Or The Watermark? It has been quite some years since I have gone down that way....the places I mention have probably gone out or had name changes long ago.
Are you thinking of the place on the West side of the Flats? Used to be D'Poo's? Or The Watermark? It has been quite some years since I have gone down that way....the places I mention have probably gone out or had name changes long ago.
Honestly I don't remember where exactly. I know it's been there forever though. Basically there's an upper portion that's like a big wooden deck where the bar is, and then there's a lower restaurant that goes out on this little pavillion which sits on the water. You have to go through another restaurant to get back to the outdoor area, but it's a fun place to go eat. I'll find out the name of it tonight and post it.
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You are going to be beat after that week!
I will try to think of some more ideas for you. But off the top of my head here is what I am thinking right now.
I really enjoyed the ss cod submarine that is right down the street from the rock hall. If you have never been inside a sub it is pretty cool to see.
I also was talking with a friend yesterday about a resturaunt downtown that has a top chef. It is supposed to be great. I will try to get the name.
I also liked the imax next to the rock hall.
In Canton area
I would consider the museum and next to the Monument (tomb) It has been years since I have been there but I remember it was pretty cool and it also has a planetarium. (who doesn't enjoy leaning back in a chair and checking out the stars for a few.)
If you want to enjoy the night life in thr Canton area stay in Belden Village area, or whatever the mall is called now. (Jackson Township) The Pub is always hoping at night with beautiful young women. And you will feel like you are in Cleveland because there is a Panini's right next door.
There is also a state park up in Cuyahoga falls that I used to hike. One where the glaziers stopped and it has some really cool rock formations.
Also although its not high class eating at all but if you are in that region and you don't hit Swenson's for a
burger and a shake it would be a crime!!!
And another favorite snack in that area is a Kraus's double crust (topper pizza) people who grew up there alway seem to have to get one when they go back to visit.
Let me know if you want any additional info. I lived there for 25 years.
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Canton has mostly chain restaurants but there are some nice local ones. La Pizzeria is my favorite. Its on Dressler Ave. It's really big portions for a fair price. The bread is great and the only hostess I've seen is a freaking ten. She has really big brains, if you know what I mean. If you want any other suggestions, let me know.
Canton has mostly chain restaurants but there are some nice local ones. La Pizzeria is my favorite. Its on Dressler Ave. It's really big portions for a fair price. The bread is great and the only hostess I've seen is a freaking ten. She has really big brains, if you know what I mean. If you want any other suggestions, let me know.
Once upon a time Chris Spielman owned a place called The Stables one exit past the HOF. It was a total football themed place. They had a great Sunday Brunch, but I don't know if that place is even operating now under that name or any other.
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Canton has mostly chain restaurants but there are some nice local ones. La Pizzeria is my favorite. Its on Dressler Ave. It's really big portions for a fair price. The bread is great and the only hostess I've seen is a freaking ten. She has really big brains, if you know what I mean. If you want any other suggestions, let me know.
Canton has mostly chain restaurants but there are some nice local ones. La Pizzeria is my favorite. Its on Dressler Ave. It's really big portions for a fair price. The bread is great and the only hostess I've seen is a freaking ten. She has really big brains, if you know what I mean. If you want any other suggestions, let me know.
Or, as Monty Python would say "she has huge....tracts of land"?
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You are going to be beat after that week!
I will try to think of some more ideas for you. But off the top of my head here is what I am thinking right now.
I really enjoyed the ss cod submarine that is right down the street from the rock hall. If you have never been inside a sub it is pretty cool to see.
I also was talking with a friend yesterday about a resturaunt downtown that has a top chef. It is supposed to be great. I will try to get the name.
I also liked the imax next to the rock hall.
In Canton area
I would consider the museum and next to the Monument (tomb) It has been years since I have been there but I remember it was pretty cool and it also has a planetarium. (who doesn't enjoy leaning back in a chair and checking out the stars for a few.)
If you want to enjoy the night life in thr Canton area stay in Belden Village area, or whatever the mall is called now. (Jackson Township) The Pub is always hoping at night with beautiful young women. And you will feel like you are in Cleveland because there is a Panini's right next door.
There is also a state park up in Cuyahoga falls that I used to hike. One where the glaziers stopped and it has some really cool rock formations.
Also although its not high class eating at all but if you are in that region and you don't hit Swenson's for a
burger and a shake it would be a crime!!!
And another favorite snack in that area is a Kraus's double crust (topper pizza) people who grew up there alway seem to have to get one when they go back to visit.
Let me know if you want any additional info. I lived there for 25 years.
You are going to be beat after that week!
It is an idealized itinerary only, nothing is set in stone.
I will try to think of some more ideas for you. But off the top of my head here is what I am thinking right now.
I really enjoyed the ss cod submarine that is right down the street from the rock hall. If you have never been inside a sub it is pretty cool to see.
I also was talking with a friend yesterday about a resturaunt downtown that has a top chef. It is supposed to be great. I will try to get the name.
I also liked the imax next to the rock hall.
Those would be all good for the "Downtown Cleveland day", though, like you said, it might be a bit much to chew.. I think the chef you are thinking of is this Michael Simon, who said he would come to LeBron's house once a month to cook him dinner if he stayed here.
In Canton area
I would consider the museum and next to the Monument (tomb) It has been years since I have been there but I remember it was pretty cool and it also has a planetarium. (who doesn't enjoy leaning back in a chair and checking out the stars for a few.)
If you want to enjoy the night life in thr Canton area stay in Belden Village area, or whatever the mall is called now. (Jackson Township) The Pub is always hoping at night with beautiful young women. And you will feel like you are in Cleveland because there is a Panini's right next door.
Picking up chicks or even ogling them will probably not be on the menu, given the company....but I appreciate the thought.
There is also a state park up in Cuyahoga falls that I used to hike. One where the glaziers stopped and it has some really cool rock formations.
That is not a state park. That is the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. (One of only 58 in the whole USA.) I am well familiar with that.
Also although its not high class eating at all but if you are in that region and you don't hit Swenson's for a
burger and a shake it would be a crime!!!
I occasionaly hit Skyway. Which is better?
And another favorite snack in that area is a Kraus's double crust (topper pizza) people who grew up there alway seem to have to get one when they go back to visit.
Where is this? Never heard of it. Sounds good.
Let me know if you want any additional info. I lived there for 25 years.
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You are going to be beat after that week!
It is an idealized itinerary only, nothing is set in stone.
I will try to think of some more ideas for you. But off the top of my head here is what I am thinking right now.
I really enjoyed the ss cod submarine that is right down the street from the rock hall. If you have never been inside a sub it is pretty cool to see.
I also was talking with a friend yesterday about a resturaunt downtown that has a top chef. It is supposed to be great. I will try to get the name.
I also liked the imax next to the rock hall.
Those would be all good for the "Downtown Cleveland day", though, like you said, it might be a bit much to chew.. I think the chef you are thinking of is this Michael Simon, who said he would come to LeBron's house once a month to cook him dinner if he stayed here.
In Canton area
I would consider the museum and next to the Monument (tomb) It has been years since I have been there but I remember it was pretty cool and it also has a planetarium. (who doesn't enjoy leaning back in a chair and checking out the stars for a few.)
If you want to enjoy the night life in thr Canton area stay in Belden Village area, or whatever the mall is called now. (Jackson Township) The Pub is always hoping at night with beautiful young women. And you will feel like you are in Cleveland because there is a Panini's right next door.
Picking up chicks or even ogling them will probably not be on the menu, given the company....but I appreciate the thought.
There is also a state park up in Cuyahoga falls that I used to hike. One where the glaziers stopped and it has some really cool rock formations.
That is not a state park. That is the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. (One of only 58 in the whole USA.) I am well familiar with that.
Also although its not high class eating at all but if you are in that region and you don't hit Swenson's for a
burger and a shake it would be a crime!!!
I occasionaly hit Skyway. Which is better?
And another favorite snack in that area is a Kraus's double crust (topper pizza) people who grew up there alway seem to have to get one when they go back to visit.
Where is this? Never heard of it. Sounds good.
Let me know if you want any additional info. I lived there for 25 years.
http://www.facebook.com/krauspizza
I think that is a topper in the picture. They are all over the Canton/North Canton and surrounding areas.
http://www.swensonsdriveins.com/
Swenson's is great. I think they put brown sugar in the meat. And they have a million dif shakes. Never had Skyway
And I don't know if that is the same park. It may be but we didn't call it that.
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Swenson's is great. I think they put brown sugar in the meat. And they have a million dif shakes. Never had Skyway
And I don't know if that is the same park. It may be but we didn't call it that.
You may have called it Virginia Kendall, or The Ledges but it is all part of the CVNP
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Canton has mostly chain restaurants but there are some nice local ones. La Pizzeria is my favorite. Its on Dressler Ave. It's really big portions for a fair price. The bread is great and the only hostess I've seen is a freaking ten. She has really big brains, if you know what I mean. If you want any other suggestions, let me know.
Once upon a time Chris Spielman owned a place called The Stables one exit past the HOF. It was a total football themed place. They had a great Sunday Brunch, but I don't know if that place is even operating now under that name or any other.
Once upon a time Chris Spielman owned a place called The Stables one exit past the HOF. It was a total football themed place. They had a great Sunday Brunch, but I don't know if that place is even operating now under that name or any other.
I forgot about Stables. It's still there and has really good food. I'm not usre if Speilman still owns it though.
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Once upon a time Chris Spielman owned a place called The Stables one exit past the HOF. It was a total football themed place. They had a great Sunday Brunch, but I don't know if that place is even operating now under that name or any other.
I forgot about Stables. It's still there and has really good food. I'm not usre if Speilman still owns it though.
I forgot about Stables. It's still there and has really good food. I'm not usre if Speilman still owns it though.
Boy, its been a long time then since I went there. I will have to check it out. (Spielman may have only lent his name to it or was a minority partner perhaps?)
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In Checking I guess The Stables is still there alright:
Is it fair to say that the statue should be titled "Pass Interference"?
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My little sis waited tables and Corky and Lenny's deli on Chagrin Blvd back in the late 90's. Upon visiting her i discovered some delicious chow. ie overstuffed samiches, soups, salads even seafood.
The quality was as good as it gets for a deli..Guess the joint has been around forever....Give it a whirl
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sandusky: cameo pizza (ask to see the bar room because it might be closed, they have an awesome selection of hs football helmets etc on the wall) and toft's dairy for dessert.
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1) Swenson's is a MUST stop in Northeast Ohio. BTW, I understand it's HONEY in the meat. My Bride & I grew up in Akron as Swenson's addicts & still are.
2) Canton Restaurants depend upon what you want and/or like. National Chains are everywhere & you've been given good suggestions for Canton, but I'll throw out another....It's our favorite.....
Irish Exchange on West Tuscarawas...It has ZERO atmosphere (it's a casual bar with a small, very plain dining room with a couple TVs), but GREAT food & an extremely varied menu. We've probably had just about everything on the menu over time & never been disappointed. It's always difficult to decide, from appetizers to sandwiches, to steaks, but I order the homemade chicken noodle soup EVERY trip, regardless what else I decide.
I will only say that if you are looking for fancy decor, it is NOT the place....Good food & relaxed?...OH YEAH!!!
Mike
IN DORSEY I TRUST
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