Find the best restaurants in the Erie area and a variety of dining experiences. From fine dining to casual, family friendly, ethnic, fusion and grab and go, there is a cuisine to please every palate. You can dine on a rooftop, on the water or the waterfront, bayside, curbside, inside or outside. The possibilities are endless.
If there's one thing you should experience in Erie, it's the unbeatable combination of dinner and spectacular waterfront views! Have a seat, sip on your favorite cocktail, savor a delicious meal, or simply unwind while witnessing Erie’s world-class sunsets reflecting off the water. Enjoy incredible vistas of Presque Isle Bay and Lake Erie year-round at waterfront restaurants such as Oliver's Rooftop (located at the Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront), the new Two45 Waterfront Grill (inside the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel), and Erie's only fresh oyster bar, the Bay House Oyster Bar & Restaurant. When the weather warms, create the perfect ambiance for outdoor dining with a meal atop Pier 6 Rooftop Bar and Restaurant, and other seasonal waterfront favorites such as the Sloppy Duck Saloon, The Cove, Rum Runners, Woody's Backwater BARge and Grill, and Oliver's Beer Garden.
Gathering the family around the table for a meal provides an opportunity to bond, share stories, and create lasting memories. Elevate your meal to a whole new level of fun by adding a side of duckpin bowling at Quaker Steak & Lube. Make Sara’s Diner part of your spring/summer routine before or after a visit to Presque Isle State Park and enjoy their famous 50's-style diner food: burgers, foot long hot dogs, curly fries, soft-serve ice cream, and floats. The Flagship City Food Hall is a great year-round, go-to option for families with differing tastes, boasting reasonable prices from seven local vendors including Ippa Pizza, Cheeserie, and State Street Taco. Lucky Louies Beer and Wieners' spacious outdoor picnic area is perfect for basking in the sunshine and enjoying an extensive craft beverage selection and an eclectic wiener menu with more than 25 hot dog creations including the eight-legged, kid-favorite Octo-dog.
Treat yourself and your furry companion at various eateries equipped with outdoor spaces. During the warmer months, many establishments open their outdoor patios to guests of all shapes, sizes, and wagging tails! Chow down with your hound for some delicious barbecue at Federal Hill Smokehouse or Underdog BBQ’s outdoor patios or watch the sun go down while listening to live local music at Oliver's Beer Garden. If it’s too cold to sit outside, and barking is kept to a minimum, dogs are more than welcome to come inside Black Monk Brewery or Poverty Knob Farmhouse Ales and enjoy a drink with their humans.
All dog-friendly establishments are marked below with a paw print icon in the listing.
814-454-1989
847 Pittsburgh Ave
Erie, PA 16505
814-790-9822
1535 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16505
814-866-8210
7790 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
814-898-0150
4002 Buffalo Rd.
Erie, PA 16510
814-838-1144
2911 West 12th Street
Erie, PA 16505
814-456-3096
1662 W 8th St
Erie, PA 16505
814-315-4517
501 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-920-4100
948 W Erie Plaza Dr
Erie, PA 16505
6 Sassafras Street Pier First Floor
Erie, PA 16507
814-480-9119
Located Inside Gulf Gas Station
8228 Peach St
Erie, PA 16509
814-315-1237
2614 Glenwood Park Avenue
Erie, PA 16508
814-459-4276
1317 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-866-8363
8199 Perry Highway
Erie, PA 16509
814-882-9992
25 East 10th Street
Suite 1
Erie, PA 16501
814-838-2162
2670 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16505
814-898-111
40 locations throughout Erie County
Erie, PA 16507
814-722-5900
1535 West 8th Street
Unit A1
Erie, PA 16505
814-806-1655
4829 Buffalo Road
Erie, PA 16510
814-734-5103
100 Meadville St
Edinboro, PA 16412
814-434-3307
12670 Edinboro Road
Edinboro, PA 16412
814-572-1407
Meets in front of Like My Thai 827 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-920-4695
2609 Peach St
Erie, PA 16508
814-864-1599
680 Millcreek Mall
Erie, PA 16565
814-402-4653
1000 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
10 East 5th Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-734-3400
103 Meadville Street
Edinboro, PA 16412
814-840-1466
1909 Chestnut Street
Erie, PA 16502
814-898-4653
3730 Harbor Ridge Trail
Erie, PA 16510
814-520-5303
8040 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
814-846-2635
1215 Pittsburgh Avenue
Erie, PA 16505
814-308-0995
6825 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
814-866-2337
7520 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
814-452-6699
726 West Bayfront Parkway
Erie, PA 16507
814-315-9311
1607 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-461-0911
1402 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-454-0405
128 West 12th Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-866-8359
8199 Perry Highway
Erie, PA 16509
814-455-1026
827 State Street
Erie , PA 16501
814-964-4039
8 East Main Street
Corry, PA 16407
814-969-7009
940 W Erie Plaza
Erie, PA 16505
814-314-9481
8238 Perry Hwy
Erie, PA 16509
814-790-4044
8270 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
814-402-1075
8855 PA-18
Cranesville, PA 16410
814-454-4533
700 Millcreek Mall Blvd
Erie, PA 16565
814-455-6408
2612 Parade Street
Erie, PA 16504
814-796-2767
10760 Donation Road
Waterford, PA 16441
814-315-1768
506 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-315-0916
4415 East Lake Road
Erie, PA 16511
814-833-1212
3122 West Lake Road
Erie, PA 16505
814-920-9666
130 East Front Street
(open seasonally)
Erie , PA 16507
814-920-9666
130 East Front Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-866-0517
1504 W 38th Street
Erie, PA 16508
814-413-7437
6 Sassafras Street Pier Third Floor
Erie, PA 16507
814-454-0700
1402 West 10th Street
Erie, PA 16502
814-796-4500
2055 Stone Quarry Rd
Waterford, PA 16441
814-520-8494
30 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-217-1140
8071 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
814-813-5005
1 Fountain Avenue
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
814-651-0900
2933 West 12 Street
Erie, PA 16505
814-455-4292
133 East Dobbins Landing
Erie, PA 16507
814-833-0293
2767 West 12th Street
Erie, PA 16505
814-833-1957
25 Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505
814-636-1005
2 Sassafras Street Pier
Erie, PA 16507
814-347-9078
17 W Main Street
North East, PA 16428
814-459-4273
3 State Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-315-0662
7791 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
814-838-3089
2992 West Lake Road
Erie , PA 16505
83 Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505
814-725-0750
12 S Lake Street
North East, PA 16428
814-616-0089
4353 West Ridge Road
Erie, PA 16506
814-454-2200
123 West 14th Street
Erie, PA 16501
814-347-9078
844 W Erie Plaza Dr
Erie, PA 16505
814-964-3000
32 E. Main St.
Corry, PA 16407
814-454-7160
2 State Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-899-4390
4019 Main Street
Erie, PA 16511
814-453-6454
1109 State Street
Erie, PA 16501
814 -840-0387
6990 West Lake Road
Fairview, PA 16415
814-398-4692
24527 U.S. Highway 6 & 19
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
814-205-0271
Holiday Inn Erie
2260 Downs Drive
Erie, PA 16509
814-402-1590
10139 West Lake Road
Lake City, PA 16423
814-454-2005
55 West Bay Drive
Erie, PA 16507
814-616-8106
4454 Buffalo Road
Erie, PA 16510
814-520-8495
4575 West Ridge Road
Erie, PA 16506
814-520-5419
333 State Street
Erie, PA 16507
814-520-6990
101 Boston Store Place
Erie, PA 16501
814-459-5730
814-459-5730
Erie, PA 16505
814-860-1385
110 East Dobbins Landing
Erie, PA 16507
If you live more than 50 miles from Millcreek Mall, stop by the Customer Service Center to register. You’ll receive a Guest Rewards Tourism Program Luggage Tag. Scanning the QR Code on it will reveal special offers from participating mall merchants. If you spend $200 or more that day, take your receipts back to the Customer Service Center and you’ll get a FREE $20 Mall Gift Card. You get rewarded just for shopping!
Erie’s own local craft beer pubs are a must-visit! With 4 great locations, just pick one that’s convenient for you! A casual, family friendly dining experience with something for everyone! To view our menu, check out what’s on tap, or get to directions to our pubs, learn more now!”
Erie Events manages a four facility entertainment complex that includes the Warner Theatre, Erie Insurance Arena, Bayfront Convention Center and UPMC Park. These four venues host a variety of events that include world-class entertainment, family friendly shows and sporting events.
ASCEND is a community hub in downtown Erie that features climbing, fitness, yoga, youth programming, and so much more. We opened up last year and would love to meet you! Visit on your own, with friends and family, or book a team-building event with your coworkers.
Tia Book Cellar is an independent bookstore offering new and bargain books, unique gifts, puzzles, and games for all interests and ages. Located across from Gibson Park in North East, their brand embodies the local business model and the local grape heritage. Tia's believes that "there is always … local, an alternative, and a story." They look forward to helping you discover your next read or gift here.
Five Iron Golf is blurring the lines between indoor golf and entertainment. State-of-the-art simulators and world-class instruction meet premium events and amenities plus delectable food and cocktail menus.
Aaron Tveit makes his much-anticipated return to Mercyhurst University's Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center on Thursday, May 1. He earned a Tony Award his performance in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” and has appeared in a wide range of stage, television, and film projects, including “Next to Normal,” “Schmigadoon!”, “Les Misérables,” and “Grease: Live.”
Home to over 300 animals from around the world - the zoo offers an immersive experience with a variety of engaging exhibits, from playful otters to majestic big cats. Enjoy up-close animal encounters, special events, and interactive keeper talks that inspire conservation and a deeper connection to nature. Whether you're visiting with family or friends, the Erie Zoo is the perfect destination for fun, education, and unforgettable memories. Join us in supporting wildlife and conservation efforts!
A Creative Building in Erie's Little Italy. If you are looking for an authentic place eat and hang out in, you've found the right place! Presley and Pear Arts and Crafts recently opened and is a unique and inspiring place to take the kids during the day & for adults to attend Creative Workshops in the evenings!
The Mazza family welcomes you to explore 3 unique locations in Lake Erie Wine Country. Sip and savor award-winning wines at Mazza Vineyards and the historic South Shore Wine Company, both located in North East, PA, and be sure to visit their combination winery, distillery and brewery, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars/Five & 20 Spirits and Brewing, in nearby Westfield, NY.
Welcome to The Cove Bay-Side Restaurant and Tavern. We invite you to enjoy a unique dining experience on Erie’s Bayfront with our nautically inspired decor, a carefully crafted menu, and an unbelievable view of Presque Isle Bay. With both indoor and outdoor seating right next to the bay, we want to be your destination of choice when you “just want to get away from it all” but without having to go far.
Located on the southeast shore of Lake Erie, the Port of Erie has been promoting industrial, commercial, and recreational opportunities on the waters of Lake Erie since 1959.
Poverty Knob offers hand-crafted beer, cocktails, mocktails and delicious sharable food year-round. The brewery is family and dog friendly with both indoor and outdoor spaces. We offer games, music and entertainment for all ages.
UPMC Hamot is a 458-bed hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital serves as a regional referral hub and is the only accredited trauma center in the region.
Savor an exquisite waterfront dining experience at Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel, where culinary excellence meets panoramic views. This signature restaurant invites you to indulge in a delectable journey with a menu showcasing locally sourced ingredients and global inspirations while overlooking the serene waters of Lake Erie.
Edinboro Community and Economic Development is a regional Edinboro area non-profit committed to fostering positive community-wide growth. Through economic and civic initiatives, the ECED seeks to empower the Edinboro community to effectuate targeted change to meet current needs and build regional resilience. Edinboro is a unique area where rural and urban values intersect, and the best "small town America" qualities shine.
Looking for something fun to do? Spend a day in the Treasure Island Arcade, where no water park admission is required! The Treasure Island Arcade is home to over 100+ games! From sports games and racing games to retro games and all-new VR motion games, there is something fun for everyone to enjoy!
Voted Erie’s Choice Best Hospital for eight years in a row
Experience family summer fun on more than 100 great rides, slides and attractions at Waldameer!
Find true action with slots, table games, sports book, and horse racing.
Fill your tank, pick up fresh food from local brands, and a six-pack to go in 40 regional locations.
Experience 84 degrees all year at one of the top water parks in the country.
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