Howie's on the Lake

4856 Coleman Dr Akron, OH 44319-4324, United States

🛍 Bars, Tacos, Cheese, Casual

3.4 💬 27 Reviews

Phone: +13306448343

Address: 4856 Coleman Dr Akron, OH 44319-4324, United States

City: Akron

Dishes: 4

Reviews: 27

Website: https://www.howiesonthelake.com

"I rarely post one star reviews, but this place earned it. We got there on a Sunday afternoon around 2pm, and the place was crawling with people. Normally, that's a good sign! It was a partly sunny afternoon, and in the low 80's; perfect for a meal sitting outside, next to the lake. The problem, was that about 75% of the people milling around this place were doing so, because there wasn't a single person in sight directing traffic to tables. No hostess. No servers. No managers. No anyone. Is this a self service restaurant? Are there servers? Do you seat yourself? Is there a list? Hello?!? Is anyone out there? After almost ten minutes of sitting at a little picnic style table, and not seeing...


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Erich Erich

This visit was my first time at Howie's and I was initially a bit confused on where to check in. I spoke with the bartender who told me just to grab a table anywhere so we did. We took a seat by the water. The music was good, the scenery of the lake is great, and the service was good. My wife had their veggie burger and fries, which she said were amazing and I had three different tacos (chorizo, Caribbean jerk, and fish). We also split their guacamole and chips. We were pleasantly surprised by this place and we'll definitely come back again.

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Brian
Brian

I would give 2 1/2 stars if I could. The good: Great view, Great location, nice patio. The waitresses was attentive and pretty on top of things. Drinks were ok, pretty much what you would expect at a dive bar. The food was horrible...... the tacos had potential but were over loaded with toppings, poorly constructed and as a result were soggy and not very well done, I think if it were the right mixture of ingredients it may have turn out all right. The coconut shrimp was under cooked and poor quality. The burger meat was very low quality and as a result it was a below average burger. Chicken tenders were pretty much what you would expect. Honestly the food was pretty crappy, I wish someone on...


Brian
Brian

Mine will be the contrarian review. A Facebook friend posted he ate lunch here the other day. So, despite some of the Yelp reviews, I trusted Mike's appetite and taste. We visited that evening for dinner. Once we discovered Howie's, tucked back in a residential neighborhood, we parked in the gravel parking lot and made our way down the steps to the patio. There were several open picnic tables and we chose one closest to the water. There was an interesting mix of guests. Quite a few people had arrived via boat. Our waitress came over and greeted us and was genuinely excited it was our first time visiting Howie's. She explained the menu and specials. She returned with our drinks and took our o...


Jonathan
Jonathan

I rarely post one star reviews, but this place earned it. We got there on a Sunday afternoon around 2pm, and the place was crawling with people. Normally, that's a good sign! It was a partly sunny afternoon, and in the low 80's; perfect for a meal sitting outside, next to the lake. The problem, was that about 75% of the people milling around this place were doing so, because there wasn't a single person in sight directing traffic to tables. No hostess. No servers. No managers. No anyone. Is this a self service restaurant? Are there servers? Do you seat yourself? Is there a list? Hello?!? Is anyone out there? After almost ten minutes of sitting at a little picnic style table, and not seeing a...

Categories

  • Bars Discover our selection of expertly crafted cocktails, refreshing beers, and our curated list of fine wines. Perfect for unwinding with friends or pairing with your favorite dishes from our menu. Cheers!
  • Tacos Delight in our assortment of tacos, featuring vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. From tender meats to zesty vegetables, each taco offers a unique taste adventure wrapped in a soft, warm tortilla.
  • Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments.
  • Casual Our Casual menu offers delicious comfort food for effortless dining. From juicy burgers and scrumptious sandwiches to fresh salads and hearty mains, our diverse selection provides a delightful experience for any casual outing.

Amenities

  • Menu
  • Kids
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Accepts Credit Cards

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