When you’re looking for a spot to enjoy a romantic dinner or a high-end meal with friends or family members, these 5-star restaurants in the Akron, Ohio, area will surely tempt your palate.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse

It’s hard to pass up a good steak, and that’s exactly what you’ll find on the menu at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse. It’s located in the Montrose Shopping area and is open on Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. until 11 p.m.; and Sunday from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. Start with a mouth-watering appetizer such as roasted Portobello mushroom ravioli, sweet chile calamari, jumbo lump crab cakes, or maple glazed slab-cut bacon.

There are plenty of steak options on the menu, but if you’re not in the mood for that, you can dine on crab legs, lobster tails, chicken, pork chops, salmon, or sea bass. The side dishes are in a class of their own, so order one (or several) to share. The house specialty is Fleming’s potatoes, mashed with cream, cheddar cheese, and jalapeño peppers. Finish your meal with chocolate lava cake, cheesecake, fresh berries with cream, or a dish of sorbet.

Ken Stewart’s Grille

Ken Stewart’s Grille is a leader in fine dining in the Akron area and has been open since 1990. It’s open daily for lunch and dinner, with a variety of specials available each day. If you’re dining for lunch, try a soup and salad combo that includes a cup of black bean, French onion, or the soup du jour, along with a freshly tossed salad. You can also sample a sandwich, like the unique lobster sliders or the crab cake sandwich, or dig into the 10 oz. prime burger. The specialty pizza is another lunchtime favorite.

During the dinner hour, house-made appetizers include steak tartar, Japanese shrimp, baked brie, or truffle fries, along with a whole list of other options. The soups and salads are still available during this time, or you can try a hand-selected, aged steak. Other menu options include a lamb rack, shellfish stir-fry, cashew-crusted chicken, and Mediterranean salmon. Pair your meal with a side such as roasted Brussel sprouts, grilled asparagus, or Au Gratin potatoes.

Lanning’s

Referred to as “the perfect setting” for just about any outing, Lanning’s is a high-end restaurant on Cleveland-Massillon Road in Akron. The menu has a French flair, with appetizers like escargot, scampi in a garlic sauce, and oysters Rockefeller. Available entrees include a variety of seafood fare, seven different cuts of steak, lamb chops, and liver, and each dinner comes with a house salad, your choice of rice pilaf or a baked potato. You also get freshly baked rolls with butter. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail or glass of wine with your meal as the restaurant has an extensive drink menu.

When you take a loved one out to eat at one of these Akron locations, you’re sure to impress whomever you’re with, so make a reservation and enjoy a memorable night out with delicious food and great company.