5 Best Family-Friendly Cafes in Downtown, Akron OH
Updated 29 September 2026 · 7 cafes in Downtown, Akron OH considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five family-friendly cafes that people in Downtown Akron can visit for coffee, breakfast or a casual lunch. It is meant for parents, visitors and anyone who wants a relaxed spot with good drinks and food. Each place is listed on Google as family friendly, and the five were ranked by rating from seven qualifying businesses. Hours, addresses and what reviewers mention are included for each.
#1
Bent Tree Coffee Roasters
★ 4.9 (434 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Bent Tree is a coffee shop and roaster at 313 N Water St in Kent, open from 7 am on weekdays and 8 am on weekends. Reviewers mention knowledgeable baristas, a maple cinnamon iced latte, a lavender latte and a coconut cloud matcha with house cold foam. Parents note pastries, cake pops and French macarons that please a young child. There is a cozy indoor space, a patio and freshly roasted beans to take home.
Best for: Coffee lovers with young kids
- Address
- 313 N Water St, Kent, OH 44240, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon 7 am–7 pm; Sat 8 am–6 pm; Sun 8 am–6 pm; Thu 7 am–7 pm; Tue 7 am–7 pm; Wed 7 am–7 pm
#2
647 Coffee
★ 4.7 (506 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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647 Coffee at 647 E Market St is open 7 am to 4:30 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 2 pm on Saturdays, closed Sundays. Reviewers describe a spacious room with plenty of seating and artwork, and some mention it appears to be a nonprofit. Breakfast bagels, a grilled chicken sandwich and fresh lime soda come up in reviews, along with teas and coffee. It is listed for live music and working on a laptop.
Best for: Group gatherings and quiet work
- Address
- 647 E Market St, Akron, OH 44304, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4:30 pm; Mon 7 am–4:30 pm; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–4:30 pm; Tue 7 am–4:30 pm; Wed 7 am–4:30 pm
#3
Chameleon Cafe Akron
★ 4.6 (364 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–20 per person
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Chameleon Cafe is at 23 S Main St and serves breakfast and lunch from 7:30 am to 3 pm on weekdays, closed on weekends. Reviewers mention a chocolate covered strawberry latte, a chorizo burrito, a Korean BBQ chicken power bowl and breakfast croissant sandwiches. Food is described as flavorful and served hot, with short waits and cute decor. Vegan, vegetarian and healthy options are listed, plus outdoor seating and delivery.
Best for: Weekday breakfast downtown
- Address
- 23 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–3 pm; Mon 7:30 am–3 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 7:30 am–3 pm; Tue 7:30 am–3 pm; Wed 7:30 am–3 pm
#4
Wally Waffle
★ 4.5 (1,610 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–20 per person
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Wally Waffle at 845 W Market St serves breakfast and lunch from 7 am, closing at 2 pm on weekdays and 3 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention festive waffles, Patriot French toast, flavorful turkey sausage and eye-catching ceiling decor. Service is often described as friendly and well timed. One reviewer found a sticky booth on arrival, though the room otherwise looked clean. It offers table service, delivery and takeaway in a casual, cozy setting.
Best for: Weekend waffle breakfasts
- Address
- 845 W Market St, Akron, OH 44303, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–2 pm; Mon 7 am–2 pm; Sat 7 am–3 pm; Sun 7 am–3 pm; Thu 7 am–2 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#5
The 1 Food & Spirits
★ 4.6 (107 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–30 per person
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The 1 Food & Spirits at 1 S Main St serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in separate blocks through the day, with late closing on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers mention a welcoming breakfast with coffee from a local shop, fresh food that arrived quickly, happy hour, live music and comfortable couch seating. It also lists cocktails, wine, beer and late-night food. One couple describes being well looked after on Valentine's Day.
Best for: Breakfast or an evening with music
- Address
- 1 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6–10 am, 11 am–2 pm, 3 pm–12 am; Mon 6–10 am, 11 am–2 pm, 3–10 pm; Sat 7–11 am, 12–2 pm, 3 pm–12 am; Sun 7–11 am, 12–9 pm; Thu 6–10 am, 11 am–2 pm, 3–10 pm; Tue 6–10 am, 11 am–2 pm, 3–10 pm; Wed 6–10 am, 11 am–2 pm, 3–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 cafes in Downtown, Akron OH with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Family friendly”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Chameleon Cafe Akron and The 1 Food & Spirits take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, The 1 Food & Spirits opens at 6 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Bent Tree Coffee Roasters ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 434 reviews. 647 Coffee is second at 4.7 from 506 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Akron OH are open late?
The 1 Food & Spirits stays open until 12 am.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Bent Tree Coffee Roasters $1–10; 647 Coffee $1–10; Chameleon Cafe Akron $10–20; Wally Waffle $10–20; The 1 Food & Spirits $10–30.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Bent Tree Coffee Roasters, 647 Coffee, Chameleon Cafe Akron, Wally Waffle and The 1 Food & Spirits.
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