Hidden in plain sight on South Main Street in downtown Akron sits a culinary treasure that locals have been keeping to themselves for far too long – Diamond Deli, where the carrot cake has been known to induce spontaneous food euphoria and recurring dessert dreams.
While most delis stake their reputation on sandwiches alone, this unassuming brick storefront has quietly mastered the art of carrot cake so sublime it deserves its own Ohio historical marker.
The vintage-style “Diamond Delicatessen” sign hanging above the entrance gives you the first hint that you’re about to experience something authentic rather than manufactured.
Purple flowers cascade from nearby planters, adding a touch of color to the urban landscape and signaling that someone here cares about the details…