BLU Plate is closed as we prepare to transition into the new Bistro at BLU (Coming Soon)!
Until then, join us downstairs at our award-winning speakeasy, BLU Jazz+.
Stay the night in one of our 71 “hip hotel” rooms across the street at BLU-Tique Hotel.
Live music is the highlight at this restaurant/venue serving a selection of popular American dishes. Based on 104 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
45 E Market St, Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 252-1190
Hours
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 6:30–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30–11 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
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Reviews
Tanise Scott
This place has a really cool vibe! I really like the setup, a restaurant upstairs and live jazz shows downstairs! The delicious comfort food they’re serving and soft jazz playing in the background really sucks you in making it hard to leave the tranquil setting. The calamari is a must try! I ordered the the blackened catfish it was a generous portion and a flavorful meal, one that I’d repeat. The staff was super amazing, very friendly and helpful!
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jennifer collins
Service good. But server steered us away from “bad” dishes stating the menu would be changing soon and he could not recommend certain things. My grits were ice-cold but the catfish was delicious and steaming hot served on top. Just a mixed bag at the moment. Ate there previously and had a wonderful salmon sandwich but that was sold out tonight. Not sure what is up with this place it is definitely hit and miss.
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Ric Smith
This place has POTENTIAL for sure, but my wife and I were highly disappointed… With three kids at home, we don’t get out often and were very excited to try out a new restaurant, especially one with a jazz/speakeasy type of feel.
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Emily Anderson
Love the craft beer and wine selection! Our appetizer and entrees were great. The po boy was one of the best I’ve ever had. Great seafood and vegetarian selections. Our server was super helpful and attentive. Atmosphere was comfortable and romantic for date night. I’ll definitely be back!!
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Samantha Wysocki
Ate there a few weeks ago with friends. The southern style food was delicious, great drink selection, and friendly staff. The atmosphere was great and you can go downstairs and enjoy some jazz after your meal. FANTASTIC date night spot or a fun night downtown with friends. Will definitely go again.
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정호운
Came here for a jam session at blu jazz. This is the restarting attached to the place. Cool atmosphere. Super friendly staff! The two stars has to do with the fact they ran out of everything on the menu. Waited over an hour for food. Service for drinks was slightly on the slow side. No one was really in our area they can accommodate.a large group however call ahead to make sure they have food.
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Dee Mock
Fabulous dining experience last evening! The catfish and coleslaw were amazing, as were the BBQ Ribs and red beans and rice. We tried the seasonal cheese board and were very impressed with the selection! A wonderful dinner before enjoying the show downstairs!
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Jim Glatzer
the best dining experiences we’ve had in a long time. The service and atmosphere were great, and the four meals at our table were all excellent. Unique recipes, excellent presentation, and phenomenal taste. If you’re in the Akron area, put this in the “must go to” list. You don’t want to miss it
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Robin G
We had our food served downstairs. Ten minutes after ordering, we were told there was no salmon available after the barmaid went out of her way to sell us on it, this eliminated a large number of items from a small menu. It was a Tuesday night, no one else was eating, few people were there. Our app, calamari came at the same time as our meal. When I commented on this to the server, he replied, “Yeah, we are a talented group.” He seemed to be high. We ordered three other items, all were served cold. The calamari was also cold and overcooked. We told the bar tender, who appeared disoriented all night as they were out of some standard brands of liquor, she just walked away complaining about the kitchen staff. Fifteen minutes later another barmaid appeared and offered to provide fresh calamari at no charge. We had already eaten most of it, at this point we were starving. Nothing was said about the other items, gumbo, scampi and a chicken sandwich, all of which were cold. We asked for a manager, we were told he was late. We stayed for the show, a manager never showed and the staff confessed that there wasn’t one. So, out of an item that goes in about a third of the dishes on the menu, out of leading brand alchohol, and serving cold food with impaired staff-maybe Tony ought to rethink the need for a manager?
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Chrystal Shook
It was our first visit to BLU on the way to a movie in the neighborhood. We had some of the best ribs ever and the drinks were well mixed. The service was attentive and friendly. We hope to return soon to try more dishes and enjoy some music.
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