Akron Life July 2023

words and photos by Colin Baker

ELEGANCE REFINED

Lanning’s Restaurant gets a renovation that retains timeless sophistication and adds luxury.

To elevate the dining experi ence, they refurbished the dining room, which over looks Yellow Creek, overhaul ing it with extravagant chan deliers and redid the lounge, foyer and restrooms. The Martin Room event space has a new mural depicting the Martins and local celebrities. Every luxurious aspect was curated by the Martins, from the custom chairs designed for comfort to the gold flecked paint adorning the ceiling. Eager to experience it first hand, I immediately sensed the attention to detail. The staff, in black tuxedos, wel comed my wife and me, which is a nice fine dining touch that is increasingly rare. We started with sau teed blue crab cakes with Lanning’s cocktail sauce, and as a self-proclaimed crab cake connoisseur, I was impressed

For over 50 years, Lanning’s Restaurant has been a fine dining icon. Starting in December 2020, it underwent a revitalization under the new stewardship of Dean and Bethany Martin. Injecting fresh energy into the restaurant while honoring its rich legacy, the Martins created a refined yet welcoming ambiance reminiscent of traditional fine dining establishments and personally greet guests every evening.

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