Crave

CRAVE Review date SATURDAY July 19, 2008 6:30pm Reservation


Location: It is a safe friendly little block located in right in downtown Akron OH. It’s easy to get to and valet parking is offered for $4.00 so bring a little change.

Decor: A This is a remodeled downtown brick building, but not your typical warehouse style remodeled restaurant. The layout is very open and the restaurant seems to flow with a warm energy which is conducive to Martini Dining. There are several levels which gives CRAVE not just a “large room” effect but a vertical layout which is I found to be fabulous. The color scheme a pleasant combination of warm orange tones with rustic brink and patches of drywall. Blown glass ornamental lighting provides a great atmosphere. Snob says it is a bit noisy and the layout may be difficult for physically challenged guests.

Food: B+ Crave has a very extensive and extremely creative menu. Prices are quite fare for the portion sizes. This is not your typical menu of chicken, pork, beef, fish, and pasta. The chefs at Crave have successfully created the “new” experience of dining that many restaurants in our area lack. It is refreshing to see things that may sound a bit daring or to many casual diners confusing. It adds to the excitement of being pleasantly surprised by your chef and not knowing exactly what to expect when your meal arrives. Overall I grade the creativity and presentation an A but some work may need to be done with the execution of the product coming out of the kitchen. The meat was cooked to the perfect temperature however the sides left a little bit to be desired.

Service: We started off with a dirty plate. The drinks came with no cocktail napkins. The server although friendly and knowledgeable soaked my appetizer as she reached to refill my water glass. A loud manager and hostess seemed to hover over our table and discuss available seating options. Remember I am The FOOD SNOB service gets a C.


REMEMBER This restaurant will reviewed again on NEO FOOD SNOB.

FOR NOW THE OVERALL FOOD SNOB GRADE B