Made From Scratch. Made for Every Occasion.

Proudly serving Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, and the Cuyahoga Valley, Papa Joe's brings quality to the table with a scratch kitchen and dishes prepared with care. Reserve a table for your next night out, or celebrate with us through our catering and private event options for gatherings of all sizes.

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Visit the Wine Shoppe, which features a temperature controlled room with nearly two thousand labels from around the world, available for retail purchase.

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Private Dining, Banquets and Events

Make your next celebration memorable at Papa Joe's Restaurant in Akron's Merriman Valley. Our private and semi-private dining rooms accommodate intimate gatherings of 8 guests to larger events of up to 150, making Papa Joe's a welcoming setting for birthdays, anniversaries, showers, corporate events, rehearsal dinners, and more.

Planning something bigger? Our main dining room, complete with a beautiful fireplace, is available for large parties of up to 150 guests. With scratch-made Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, and personalized catering options, we'll help make your event one to remember.

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Catering and Italian Market

Bring the flavors of Papa Joe's Italian Market to your next gathering with convenient catering and delivery. Our banquet and catering menu features a delicious selection of hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and buffet options perfect for celebrations, office lunches, family gatherings, and special events.

Planning something smaller? Choose from our Italian Market menu for à la carte and custom orders, making it easy to enjoy Papa Joe's favorites for any occasion.