Laziza

Reviews

• ZP

  Zach Palmentera

  2 days ago
  5.0
  Absolutely great experience! The ribeye was perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and looked amazing. Mia our server provided excellent service—she was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place!
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  Juanito Cayetano

  Feb 18, 2026
  1.0
  I’ve given Laziza two chances now, and both times it was a complete letdown. First visit I thought maybe it was an off night, but nope—second time was just as bad, if not worse. The food is pretentious small-plate nonsense that looks pretty in photos but tastes like mediocre, over-seasoned disappointment. My shrimp dish was rubbery and drowning in some sauce that tried way too hard to be “flavorful,” and the steak options were tiny portions for the insane prices. We’re talking $30–40+ for entrees that wouldn’t fill up a college kid, let alone justify the hype. Everything feels marked up 50% just because it’s in a cute building with mood lighting and calls itself “modern Mediterranean.” The cocktails were weak and overpriced too, and the service was slow despite the place not even being packed. Vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free options? Sure, they exist on paper, but they taste like afterthoughts. Save your money—there are way better spots in Kent (or even Akron) that deliver actual flavor and value without the sticker shock. Would never recommend this to a friend, and I actively tell people to skip it. Two strikes and they’re out for me. Avoid.
• HB

  Haley Bair

  Feb 15, 2026
  5.0
  Holy cow! This was our first time ever here and it has easily become both my husband and I’s new favorite restaurant. They have items with meat, but also vegetarian and vegan options as well as gluten free. We went for Valentine’s Day and I’m pescatarian so I got the salmon and my husband got the short rib. Both were PHENOMENAL and we ate every drop. We had also gotten the ricotta dip for an appetizer which was delicious and then we got dessert as well. Everything was sooooo good and our waitress Avery was the best! She was extremely nice an upbeat and checked in at a perfect frequency. They just renovated and I love the new interior. We will absolutely be back - we’re still thinking about how delicious our food was and they have set an expectation for us when we try other places as well!
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  Danielle F

  Feb 14, 2026
  5.0
  Laziza was already my favorite special occasion restaurant, but tonight solidified it as my favorite restaurant in the area, not just for special occasions. My boyfriend made reservations for Valentine’s Day on New Years Day, and we tried their Valentine’s prix fixe menu tonight. It was very busy, and the appetizers were taking a bit, and our server was so apologetic and kind. Our apps came out around 50ish minutes into our reservation, and then everything came out beautifully paced. The manager came by to apologize, as their kitchen was slammed with a large party all ordering well-done steaks that backed everything up. We have both worked food service, so no big deal, but then they very unexpectedly comped our prix fixe meal. We would have been happy to pay full price for our truly lovely meal, which we already thought was a wonderful value. Everything from the drinks to dessert was incredible. Hoping the tip for our hardworking server was a bright spot for being so lovely during a super busy service. We can’t wait to come back and have a leisurely romantic dinner again soon.
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  Jessica Fike

  Feb 14, 2026
  5.0
  I wish there were 6 stars! Service, atmosphere, food; everything was top notch! Avery, thanks for being so wonderful and making our Valentines Day outing so special; you are the best!

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