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Lala's in the Lakes, New Franklin, OH

Lala's in the Lakes

4.7
4.7
518 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Welcome to Lala's, an upscale dining experience in the Portage Lakes. We take pride in our exceptional customer service and strive to make each visit more enjoyable than the last. We look forward to welcoming you on your next visit. We recently began opening for lunch Monday through Friday and Monday night dinner. Our most popular dish is the renowned Charred Halibut from Nick Anthes on Main Street. We endeavor to make special occasions memorable for our guests, from beautiful table settings to a special dessert to conclude the evening. During the warmer months, we invite you to enjoy our beautiful patio or cozy front porch. If you prefer a fireplace table, please let us know.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (234) 571-4757
  • Website
    http://www.lalasinthelakes.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Dean Reed and Jeff Kucko
  • Private party facilities
    For private events inquiries, please contact 234-571-4757

Menu

Appetizers

  • Charred Shrimp CocktailUS$12.00

    Gluten-free, keto. With spicy cheese sauce.

    • Chicken Sausage & Cheese Stuffed Banana PeppersUS$10.00

      In red sauce.

      Wings

      • Breaded Wings

        Marinated for 24 hours with Italian spices, breaded and pressure fried. Sauce served on the side.

        • 10 WingsUS$10.00
        • 20 WingsUS$18.00

      • Saucy Wings

        Marinated 24 hours with Italian spices, breaded and pressure fried. Sauce served on the side. Wing Sauce Selection: Mild, Hot, Reaper, BBQ, Hot BBQ.

        • 10 WingsUS$10.00
        • 20 WingsUS$18.00

      Salads

      • Goat Cheese & Berry SaladUS$12.00

        Mixed greens with seasonal fresh berries, dried berries and candied walnuts in maple balsamic.

        • BLT SaladUS$10.00

          Chopped Romaine, crispy bacon, pickled red onion, tomato, topped with crumbled Blue cheese and house-made white French dressing.

          Sandwiches

          Cheese Selection: American Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Pepper Jack Cheese, Provolone Cheese, Swiss Cheese.

          • Certified Angus Beef BurgerUS$10.00

            8 oz. Served with choice of side.

            • Chicken Sandwich

              Served with choice of side. Grilled or Fried

              Specialty Pizzas | Medium

              • Figgy Piggy Pizza | MediumUS$17.00

                Fig jam, crispy bacon, Provolone, Mozzarella and Goat cheese top bake, then topped with fresh arugula and honey Sriracha.

                • The Green Goddess Pizza | MediumUS$17.00

                  Artichokes, pesto and Burrata with lemony arugula and scallions.

                  Last updated: 1 February 2022

                  What 518 people are saying

                  Overall ratings and reviews

                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                  4.7
                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                  • 4.6Food
                  • 4.8Service
                  • 4.8Ambience
                  • 4.4Value

                  Noise • Moderate

                  Diners' Choice Awards

                  • Cleveland / Akron / Canton

                    Contemporary American

                  • Akron

                    Best Overall

                  • Akron

                    Best Food

                  • Akron

                    Best Service

                  • Akron

                    Best Ambience

                  • Akron

                    Best Value

                  • Akron

                    Good for groups

                  • Akron

                    Hot spot

                  • Akron

                    Romantic

                  • Akron

                    Lively

                  Review summary

                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                  Lala's in the Lakes offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing" service and "incredible" food. Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere, highlighted by charming holiday decorations. While some experienced service hiccups and menu shortages, standout staff like Richard and Ashley ensure a memorable visit. Perfect for a celebratory night or a special occasion.

                  518 Reviews

                  1. Beth

                    Houston

                    3 reviews

                    4.0

                    3 reviews

                    Dined 1 day ago

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 3
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 4
                    Food was great other than the glaze on the filet that tasted like A1.

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                  2. KATHRYN

                    Cleveland

                    7 reviews

                    5.0

                    7 reviews

                    Dined 2 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 4
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Our server Richard was top notch . Excellent service by the bartenders also Ashley and Ty. Always such an enjoyable fun evening out at La las.

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                  3. Michael

                    Cleveland

                    3 reviews

                    4.0

                    3 reviews

                    Dined 3 days ago

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 4
                    LaLa’s once again has been fabulous, probably one of the busiest Resturant days of the year (right up there with Mother’s Day). They handled the crowd well, food was above par, plenty of help serving and assisting. Always look forward for a reason to return. (and I think I have it). The special menu for the evening covered every taste in our party. Thanks for a wonderful Valentine’s Day.

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                  4. Jocelyn

                    Cleveland

                    2 reviews

                    5.0

                    2 reviews

                    Dined 4 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    We love coming to Lala’s! Both drink & food menus are great! Lots of options! The food is always delicious and perfectly cooked! Cocktails are great! They have a selection of beer too. Service is always spot on. They decorate so nicely! Everyone there is always having an amazing time. Highly recommend dining there (:

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                  5. robert

                    VIP

                    Cleveland

                    1 review

                    5.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on 1 February 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 4
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Great food and service. Chef Jeff is outstanding. We will definitely be returning.

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                  6. Megan

                    Cleveland

                    1 review

                    5.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on 1 February 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Delicious food! We really enjoyed our dinner with friends.

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                  7. OpenTable Diner

                    VIP

                    Cleveland

                    4 reviews

                    5.0

                    4 reviews

                    Dined on 1 February 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Always such a wonderful time. They treat us so well and the food is amazing.

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                  8. Ken and Gina

                    Cleveland

                    2 reviews

                    3.0

                    2 reviews

                    Dined on 25 January 2025

                    1. Overall 3
                    2. Food 3
                    3. Service 2
                    4. Ambience 3
                    Well, the food was delicious…….. we ordered the fried goat cheese balls for an appetizer and they showed up to the table barely warm. We sent them back. I got chicken Cordon Bleu and hubby got the berry salad with grilled chicken. Our friends got the scallops and the fish special. My chicken was literally lukewarm. The waiter was nice, but not the least bit attentive. When we were done, he brought us the bills and never once asked if we would like dessert or coffee. I even said that to my girlfriend. That felt strange that he wouldn’t even offer it. Our reservations were for 530 and that’s when we were seated and we were not done eating until 8 PM because everything just took forever. On a positive note, the steaks that we saw going past our table looked delicious. Our food tasted good, it’s just that they had an issue getting food to the table once it was ready. Not sure if I would give that a try again. The entire place was still decorated for Christmas. You would think by the last week in January they would take care of that. Clearly, the place is popular. It was very busy. If the service was better and we had hot food, I think we wouldn’t think twice about going back

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                  9. Abby

                    San Francisco

                    1 review

                    5.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on 25 January 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Delish!! Brought our kids too and had a wonderful night.

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                  10. Bridget

                    Pittsburgh

                    2 reviews

                    5.0

                    2 reviews

                    Dined on 25 January 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    I love LaLa’s the atmosphere, food is incredible and the service is amazing.

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                  FAQs

                  Lala's in the Lakes offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (234) 571-4757.

                  Lala's in the Lakes is rated 4.7 stars by 518 OpenTable diners.

                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                  Make a booking

                  2 people
                  19:00
                  Booked 1 time today

                  Order delivery or takeout

                  Google Map for Lala's in the Lakes

                  4315 Manchester Rd, New Franklin, OH 44319-2653

                  Additional information

                  • Area
                    Akron
                  • Hours of Operation
                    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
                  • Price
                    $31 to $50
                  • Cuisines
                    Contemporary American, Steakhouse, Seafood
                  • Dining style
                    Casual Elegant
                  • Dress code
                    Casual Dress
                  • Parking details
                    Private Lot
                  • Payment Options
                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                  • Executive Chef
                    Dean Reed and Jeff Kucko
                  • Additional
                    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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