The Office Bistro is a restaurant located in Akron, Ohio. Being heralded in regional press coverage as a new-age city landmark, the restaurant has won multiple awards for its food and atmosphere. Known for its trendy but casual menu, the restaurant is also noted for its lounge. The Office Bistro has been included on multiple restaurant review lists as a "Best of Akron" selection. History The architecture of The Office Bistro reflects Akron's history as a canal town. Founders of the restaurant felt the historic neighborhood space needed revitaliation. The Office Bistro opened in its present form in 2013. It was significantly remodeled from the historic restaurant to increase capacity by nearly twofold. Description The rustic feel of the interior was designed to use native elements of Akron landscape. This strong environmental heritage informs the design and menu of the restaurant. Food When the restaurant opened, the founders focused on providing a variety of range in its offerings. The choices ranging from high-end filet mignon to more common homestyle fare. Reception The Editorial Board of the Akron-Canton Hotlist announced The Office Bistro had won "Best Beer Selection" and was the runner-up for "Best Romantic Restaurant" in 2013.<ref name=Hotlist/>
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