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Artist Larry Spano begins to tattoo his client Chris Szabet at Defiance Tattoos and Piercing in Downtown Kent on April 6, 2015. Szabet is getting the phases of the moon tattooed on his forearm.

Best Tattoo/ Piercing Parlor: Defiance Tattoos

Jamie Brian April 7, 2015

Defiance TattoosThe lobby of Defiance Tattoos is warm and conversational with a black leather couch and magazines strewn across the coffee table.This welcoming, no-stress environment and patient staff...

A waitress at Mike's Place cleans off a table during breakfast on Monday, April 6, 2015. Mike's Place, known for its unique seating, like eating inside a bus, and unique wall memorabilia, was awarded of the best place to cure a hangover in Kent.

Best Place to Cure a Hangover: Mike’s Place

Lily Martis April 7, 2015

Mike’s PlaceYour head is pounding, and your stomach is grumbling. Naturally, you head to Mike’s Place. Stepping inside Mike’s sanctuary, there is everything from a sandy pirate ship stationed near...

Miguel Valadez prepares meals at Guaca-Moles Mexican Grill and Cantina on April 6, 2015. Guaca Moles, which has made a home for itself on Main Street over the past for nine years, is well known for their seven different kinds of fahitas.

Best Mexican Restaurant: Guaca-Mole’s

Payton Moore April 7, 2015

Guaca-Mole’sGuaca-Mole’s features authentic Mexican food and drinks and is a hit among students for authentic cuisine.From Monday to Friday, Guac’s offers drink specials for a real fiesta, just a...

The Ray's staff keeps busy behind the bar on Tuesday night during the Indians vs. Padres game on April 8, 2014.

Best Place for a Blind Date: Ray’s Place

Jamie Brian April 7, 2015

Ray’s PlaceBlind dates can be nerve-wracking. Your date could be the real-life incarnation of his or her Twitter feed, or there’s always the chance that the conversation will be more of a battle than...

Jeff Markgraf prepares a couple of quiches at Ray’s Place in Downtown Kent on Tuesday, April 7, 2015. Ray’s Place was voted the best place to take your parents in Kent.

Best Place to Take Your Parents: Ray’s Place

Jamie Brian April 7, 2015

Ray’s PlaceSince it opened in 1937, Ray’s Place has become synonymous with Kent and is a must-stop attraction for visiting folks.“We have a lot of history,” Charlie Thomas, Ray’s Place owner,...

This is the newest album from The Speedbumps. They won best band from Kent. Photo coutesty of www.thespeedbumps.com.

Best Live Bands: The Speedbumps

Megan Brown April 7, 2015

The SpeedbumpsThe indie-folk band hailing from Northeast Ohio brings an authentic sound to their music.Speedbumps’ lead singer and guitarist, Erik Urycki, brings a whim of soul and acoustics to each...

Quaker Steak & Lube employee Grace Kober runs food to a table on Monday April 6, 2015. The on-campus restaurant serves wings, burgers, and more on the bottom level of the student center.

Best On-Campus Eatery: Quaker Steak and Lube

Jenna Kuczkowski April 7, 2015

Quaker Steak and LubeThe most popular place on campus for students to dine is located in the depths of the Student Center. Quaker Steak and Lube, with its automobile and Kent State memorabilia hanging...

Insomnia Cookies. April 6. 2015.

Best Late-Night Delivery: Insomnia Cookies

Felicia Guadagni April 7, 2015

Insomnia CookiesInsomnia Cookies was founded in 2003 by Seth Berkowitz, a student at the University of Pennsylvania and has continued to serve hungry college students ever since.It isn’t difficult to...

Best Place to Study: University Library

Lily Martis April 7, 2015

University LibraryLooking for a place to study? Kent State’s University Library offers 12 floors of study space, each with its own distinct vibe.Students can head to the fourth floor for a group project...

Jeffery Gamberling and Hallie Walker, juniors at Kent Roosevelt High School, sit together at Taco Tontos on Monday, April 6, 2015.

Best Vegetarian/Vegan Food: Taco Tontos

Jenna Kuczkowski April 7, 2015

Taco Tontos“Typical tacos” is not a phrase you would use to describe Taco Tontos.On top of serving all of the Mexican-American basics, Taco Tontos offers a huge variety of vegetarian and vegan options,...

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