The Paul A. Daum Theatre is tucked inside the Kolbe Hall located at the University of Akron. All shows are directed and produced by the performance arts students, and they are known to put on quite a show. The theater can seat around 250 people and has become very popular. Do contact for more details.

Located beside the Maumee river, Gumbo's Bayou Grille is a popular restaurant that attracts hordes of foodies who come to taste the enticing menu featured here. Offering an authentic Cajun & Creole fare, the restaurant ensures every patron enjoys a delicious hearty meal. Besides serving as an eatery, Gumbo's Bayou Grille also serves as a live event space where emerging and established artists/bands deliver a performance. Call ahead to know more.

Situated in a historic mansion, Don's Pomeroy House is a beautiful restaurant located in Strongsville. Boasting a pub and patio it is very popular among locals as well tourists. From good old steaks, to mouth-watering schnitzels, to beef ribs, there is no lack of variety here. The salads are delicious and worth a try. The separate dessert menu will cheer those with a sweet tooth. The chocolate mousse, cheesecake, ice cream crepe are simply divine. Moreover, the dining experience in an antique house is hard to come by. So, don't miss a chance to eat in this historic house. If not for the food, then do visit it for its historic significance! Check the website for more details. The restaurant has different hours for the pub and patio, so please call ahead.

The Symposium Nite Club is nothing but a complete melange of entertainment and fun. This club can rightly be dubbed as a concert venue; every evening it brings forth wide genres of music and musicians. Local and regional bands entertain the patrons with some great tunes; Rock,Punk and Indie dominate the scene. The fully stocked bar ensures free flowing drinks and spirits. In a nutshell, the Symposium Nite Club is a perfect space to hang out for a late night party with buddies.

Spend an evening of beer, a game of pool and great food at Gatorz. This swanky bar is known for some very good live music performances. Delve into the scrumptious grilled food with local authentic sauces on the menu. There is also an extensive bar along with a VIP bar all tailored to keep you in high spirits. A place ideal for a great evening.

Players On Madison is a true blue Italian restaurant located in Lakewood just 7 miles from Cleveland. A great place to have pizzas, you can choose from several toppings available. With excellent service and delicious food, the place is usually crowded. However, despite its popularity, the place bears an pleasant and uncluttered look. For those who love Italian cuisine, will absolutely love their Bouillabaise, and also their pasta. First timers must try their macaroni and cheese. The bar too is well stocked, and during happy hours the place is one cheerful place to be at! So, book a table at this Italian restaurant for an authentic taste of Italy. Check the website more details.

Quaker Steak & Lube is that restaurant where you can bite into the quintessential American burger, fries and steaks. Usually surrounded by a fleet of cars, this family restaurant offers some the most delicious barbecued food in town. They are also known for their special sauces which one can also buy. You can also go for those beer pints to compliment your food. The atmosphere here is very perky and friendly and the service very efficient. Make sure you keep check of their happy hours and small events like salsa or barbecue festivals when the food feast gets larger!

The Waterloo Café has aimed itself directly at the goal of being the Waterloo District's "local café." It offers locally-grown food, both a coffee and an alcohol bar, live music and entertainment, and even a book club, as well as alliances with the burgeoning local arts scene. Its food menu changes daily according to whatever is locally available. They do offer a consistent Breakfast Burrito with eggs and cheese, and hummus and bacon as additions. Likewise, a hummus plate and a pita melt with cream cheese, olive, tomato and cheddar are there for the purchase. The Waterloo Cafe also has an extensive selection of beers, including Stella Artois, Great Lakes, and Bellhaven on tap. - Marjorie Jensen

Moko is known for environmentally-friendly Intelligentsia coffee. They offer a variety of café staples: espresso, macchiato, mocha latte and cappuccino, as well as loose-leaf teas, iced coffee drinks, and hot cocoa. The food menu changes seasonally, and features items like croissants stuffed with egg and cheese, pastries, and a variety of panini options. Vegetarians and vegans will find many options from hummus and veggies on a pita to a variety of salads and soups, in addition to the avocado, tomato, and provolone panini-among several other no-meat paninis. They also provide free wifi, and customers can purchase bags of their favorite beans to take home with free grinding.

Baci Nite Club & Fine Dining is an elegant restaurant with a European-style nightclub located somewhat incongruously inside the Comfort Inn in Sandusky, Ohio (home of Cedar Point). The Baci Club, an independent restaurant, however, even turns into a dance club on Friday and Saturday nights. There is a dress code for the club, so baseball caps should be left at home. The "Fine Dining" at the Baci Club comes as a multiple-course meal where the menu is actually the food simply being shown to the customer. The Baci Club generally serves a mixture of American and Italian food. Of course, as a nightclub, it also offers a full bar. - Marjorie Jensen