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Bender's Tavern, Canton, OH

Bender's Tavern

4.8
4.8
2173 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
Located in the Historic District of downtown Canton, Bender's Restaurant offers its customers an elegant, relaxing atmosphere where one can enjoy fine food and wine. Bender's has been satisfying customers with culinary classics, drink and hospitality since 1902. Today we continue our long tradition by offering only the highest quality seafood fresh from Foley Fish in Boston, MA. If you are looking for beef, Bender's consistently serves only the highest quality beef. Known nationally for the extensive and moderately priced wine list, owner Jon Jacob's years of experience tasting and selecting wines will certainly impress your palate. We pride ourselves on serving seasonal culinary delights and fine wines. Please stop by and see us!

Park in the lot directly across from Bender’s & pay via the Kiosk at entrance with a credit card or thru their App or Text to Pay options. Please follow instructions listed on the Kiosk. You will need your license plate #.
FREE PARKING AFTER 4:00 PM ONLY

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (330) 453-8424
  • Website
    http://www.bendersrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Eric Notter
  • Private party facilities
    The Ladies Dining Room hosts up to 65 people for sit down dining. The Hall of Fame Room hosts up to 50 and is ideal for events that require A/V equipment. The Private Back Main seats up to 16. Our service and culinary staff prides itself on serving large groups with individual attention to personal needs and quality service.
  • Location
    137 Court Ave. SW, Canton, OH 44702
  • Neighbourhood
    Canton
  • Cross Street
    2nd St. SW
  • Parking details
    In the evening (Dinner) parking is available directly across from the restaurant on the corner of 2nd St. SW and Court Ave. SW. Street Parking is also available. Day time (Lunch)parking is available on the street metered parking & the parking lot directly across from the restaurant(minimum of $22 purchase to receive validated parking in this lot.)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$19.00

    • Fresh Raw Oysters on the 1/2 Shell*US$0.00

      cocktail sauce or mignonette

      • 1/2 DozenUS$0.00

    • Steamed Cape Cod Little Neck ClamsUS$19.00

      • Hummus PlatterUS$14.00

        marinated feta, cucumber-fennel relish, toasted pita

        • Fried SacchettiUS$13.00

          mozzarella filled pasta lightly fried w/ marinara

          • Steamed Maine MusselsUS$17.00

            thyme butter w/crostini

            • Foley's Smoked Atlantic SalmonUS$17.00

              egg, capers, red onion, cream cheese & toasted rye bread

              • French SnailsUS$16.00

                garlic butter, bread crumbs

                • Jumbo Lump Crabmeat CocktailUS$19.00

                  • Roasted BeetsUS$13.00

                    Skorthalia

                    • Smoked Rainbow TroutUS$15.00

                      cucumber-yogurt salad

                      • Calamari in a Sweet Thai Chili GlazeUS$16.00

                        • Malibar ShrimpUS$18.00

                          two jumbo shrimp scampi w/ garlic butter

                          • Glacier Bay Crab CakesUS$16.00

                            tomato-scallion relish, creole aioli

                            • Foie GrasUS$19.00

                              blueberry gastrique, balsamic glaze

                              • Smoked DuckUS$13.00

                                honey basil pesto, sundried tomatoes, roasted garlic, parmesan

                                • Lightly Fried Select OystersUS$15.00

                                  • Lightly Fried Key West ShrimpUS$14.00

                                    • Alaskan King Crab LegsUS$0.00

                                      served chilled w/ joe's Mustard

                                      • MKTUS$0.00

                                    Soups

                                    • Soup du JourUS$6.00

                                      Made Fresh Daily

                                      • CupUS$6.00
                                      • BowlUS$9.00

                                    • Turtle SoupUS$8.00

                                      A Bender's Classic for over 60 years!

                                      • CupUS$8.00
                                      • BowlUS$12.00

                                    Salads

                                    • CaesarUS$11.00

                                      hearts of Romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing

                                      • Bender's WedgeUS$12.00

                                        dry blue cheese, bacon, egg, tomato, red onion & choice of dressing

                                        • Bender's TomatoUS$15.00

                                          dry blue cheese, basil, parsley, red onion, Italian dressing

                                          • FullUS$15.00
                                          • HalfUS$9.00

                                        • Boston BibbUS$13.00

                                          fresh strawberries, marcona almonds, warm brie, white balsamic dressing

                                          • Benders ChoppedUS$12.00

                                            seasonal fruit, bacon, craisins, feta, poppyseed dressing

                                            Seafood

                                            Enjoy a choice of two sides with any of the below entrees: Tossed Salad, Bender Fries, Baked Potato, Mashed Potatoes, Rice du jour, Fresh Vegetable or Coleslaw.

                                            • Eastern HalibutUS$45.00

                                              Broiled or ala Foley

                                              • Walleye PickerelUS$33.00

                                                Camp Kagel Style

                                                • Shrimp Scampi w/ garlic butterUS$38.00

                                                  • Sauteed Georges Banks Sea ScallopsUS$39.00

                                                    pan seared

                                                    • Mkt PriceUS$39.00

                                                  • Grey SoleUS$32.00

                                                    Portland, ME Pan Sauteed

                                                    • Glacier Bay Crab CakesUS$32.00

                                                      tomato-scallion relish, creole aioli

                                                      • Boston ScrodUS$29.00

                                                        Broiled or ala Foley

                                                        • Lightly Fried Select OystersUS$32.00

                                                          • Lobster Tail DinnerUS$59.00

                                                            • Twin TailsUS$59.00
                                                            • Single TailUS$32.00

                                                          • Crab Stuffed Portabella MushroomsUS$29.00

                                                            • Stuffed Fresh FlounderUS$32.00

                                                              w/ Crabmeat

                                                              • Chilean Sea BassUS$52.00

                                                                Seared or Lightly Cajun

                                                                • Bender's Classic Fried HaddockUS$25.00

                                                                  • Fresh Charbroiled Atlantic Salmon*US$28.00

                                                                    • Lightly Fried Key West ShrimpUS$29.00

                                                                      • Fresh Orange King SalmonUS$42.00

                                                                        • Alaskan King Crab LegsUS$0.00

                                                                          Served cold w/ Joe's Mustard

                                                                          Steaks

                                                                          Enjoy a choice of two sides with any of the below entrees: Tossed Salad, Bender fries, Baked Potato, Mashed Potatoes, Basmati Rice, Fresh Vegetable or Coleslaw. Traditional Wedge Salad or Spinach Salad $2.95, Dry Roquefort Cheese or Hot Bacon Dressing $1.25

                                                                          • 12oz Bender's Special Prime Strip Steak*US$54.00

                                                                            • Mkt PriceUS$54.00

                                                                          • 12oz Bender's Special Hoover Style Strip Steak*US$57.00

                                                                            • Mkt PriceUS$57.00

                                                                          • 8oz Center Cut Filet*US$58.00

                                                                            • Mkt PriceUS$58.00

                                                                          • 8oz Bender's Special Sirloin*US$29.00

                                                                            • Mkt PriceUS$29.00

                                                                          • Slow Roasted Prime Rib*US$47.00

                                                                            Fri & Sat Only

                                                                            • 12ozUS$47.00
                                                                            • 16ozUS$58.00

                                                                          Chicken, Chops & Pasta

                                                                          Enjoy a choice of two sides with any of the below entrees: Tossed Salad, Bender fries, Baked Potato, Mashed Potatoes, Basmati Rice, Fresh Vegetable or Coleslaw. Traditional Wedge Salad or Spinach Salad $3.50, Dry Roquefort Cheese or Hot Bacon Dressing $1.50

                                                                          • *12oz Frenched Bone-in Pork ChopUS$35.00

                                                                            • Mkt PriceUS$35.00

                                                                          • Chicken MarsalaUS$25.00

                                                                            • Linguini AlfredoUS$18.00

                                                                              • Add ChickenUS$9.00
                                                                              • Add ShrimpUS$11.00

                                                                            • Mozzarella SachettesUS$24.00

                                                                              w/ marinara

                                                                              Extras

                                                                              • Jerry FriesUS$4.50

                                                                                • French FriesUS$4.00

                                                                                  • Sauteed SpinachUS$8.00

                                                                                    • Sauteed MushroomsUS$5.25

                                                                                      • Sauteed OnionsUS$4.50

                                                                                        • Hoover SauceUS$3.50

                                                                                          • Jalapeno-Worcestershire AioliUS$3.50

                                                                                            • Wild Mushroom Cabernet SauceUS$3.50

                                                                                              • Crispy Belden OnionsUS$9.94

                                                                                                Last updated: December 2, 2024

                                                                                                What 2,173 people are saying

                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                4.8
                                                                                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                • 4.8Food
                                                                                                • 4.9Service
                                                                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                • 4.5Value

                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Best Food

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Best Service

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Best Ambience

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Best Value

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Healthy

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Good for special occasions

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Lively

                                                                                                • Canton

                                                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                Bender's Tavern in Canton shines with its "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Diners rave about the "fresh seafood" and "wonderful atmosphere" of this historic venue. Known for its "excellent wait staff," including standouts like Julie and Aaron, Bender's offers a memorable dining experience that keeps guests returning for decades.

                                                                                                2,173 Reviews

                                                                                                1. Christy

                                                                                                  Cleveland

                                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Our experience at Benders was lovely! We had shrimp cocktail, scallops, filet, and lobster tail. Everything was just perfect!

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                                                                                                2. Bill

                                                                                                  Cleveland

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Dane was our server and he was excellent. John came by and conversed with us which was nice. Food was excellent!

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                                                                                                3. Mark

                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Good as always. Foods always great and the staff is fantastic. .

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                                                                                                4. James

                                                                                                  Fort Lauderdale

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Great food and great service. Always a great meal when we go there.

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                                                                                                5. Edward

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                                                                                                  Cleveland

                                                                                                  23 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  23 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Bender's is the best restaurant in Canton. Always fresh seafood. Service is great especially Julie. The owners do a great job table hopping to check on guests. My favorite restaurant for decades has always been Bender's.

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                                                                                                6. Daniel

                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                  Cleveland

                                                                                                  47 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  47 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  As always the food was delicious. Can’t get enough of the Bender fries! Our server Alicia R was fantastic, fast, and attentive.

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                                                                                                7. Larry

                                                                                                  Detroit

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on February 16, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Our favorite Canton restaurant The ribeye and the scallops were very good The shrimp cocktail were five smallish shrimp - used to be much better

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                                                                                                8. Abby

                                                                                                  Cleveland

                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                  1.0

                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on February 16, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                                                                  2. Food 1
                                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                  We’ve been to Bender’s many times & always had a wonderful experience. My husband & I went for our Valentine’s dinner & had an unfortunate experience. We were sat in a back room that faced the parking lot. Because of the large wall of windows, every time a car went through the lot, we had headlights in our eyes. We were crammed against a wall & had servers & guests touching our table just to walk by. But the worst part was the food. We got the mussels for a starter & there was no flavor at all. It’s always been our favorite dish, but the broth tasted like water with a little lemon in it. My crab cakes were completely overcooked & burned on the outside. I could only eat one & I had to scrape out the filling because the outside was so dark. Both side dishes that we got were room temp & the au gratin vegetables had obviously been sitting in a window for a very long time. The cheese sauce was cold & congealed. My husbands mashed potatoes were dry & had no seasoning. Overall it was extremely disappointing. I mentioned the crab cake issue to the server & they did take that entree down to the appetizer price. But with the final bill still being well over $100, I expect much more from Benders. Our server blamed it on a lot of new cooks in the kitchen, which is not something I would have disclosed. Sadly, we won’t be back anytime soon.

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                                                                                                9. Rick

                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                  Cleveland

                                                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Great food, drinks, ambience and service! Highly recommend if you are in Canton!

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                                                                                                10. MichaelM

                                                                                                  Cleveland

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Once again a great experience. Our server was on top of things and very attentive and the food was fantastic.

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                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                Bender's Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (330) 453-8424.

                                                                                                Bender's Tavern is rated 4.8 stars by 2173 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                                Make a reservation

                                                                                                2 people
                                                                                                7:00 p.m.
                                                                                                Booked 12 times today

                                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                Google Map for Bender's Tavern

                                                                                                137 Court Ave. SW, Canton, OH 44702

                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                                  2nd St. SW
                                                                                                • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                  Canton
                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                  Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                  Seafood, Steakhouse, Dining Bar
                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                  Smart Casual
                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                  In the evening (Dinner) parking is available directly across from the restaurant on the corner of 2nd St. SW and Court Ave. SW. Street Parking is also available. Day time (Lunch)parking is available on the street metered parking & the parking lot directly across from the restaurant(minimum of $22 purchase to receive validated parking in this lot.)
                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                                  Chef Eric Notter
                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
                                                                                                • Website
                                                                                                  http://www.bendersrestaurant.com/
                                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                                  (330) 453-8424
                                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                                  The Ladies Dining Room hosts up to 65 people for sit down dining. The Hall of Fame Room hosts up to 50 and is ideal for events that require A/V equipment. The Private Back Main seats up to 16. Our service and culinary staff prides itself on serving large groups with individual attention to personal needs and quality service.

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