Best Fun Restaurants in Erie

9 restaurants available nearby

1. Oliver's Rooftop

4.8

Exceptional(2374)

Price: Expensive

• American • Erie

Booked 59 times today

Located on the 8th floor of Erie's newest hotel, Oliver’s Rooftop overlooks Erie's beautiful bayfront and indulges guests with inventive and extraordinary cuisine served alongside stunning views and captivating sunsets.Oliver’s Rooftop offers incredible vantage points of Presque Isle Bay provided by massive floor-to-ceiling glass panels. A retractable glass wall allows for open-air dining on the rooftop balcony in favorable weather.Oliver’s Rooftop is a one-of-a-kind culinary destination that pays homage to Erie’s rich maritime history. Oliver’s Rooftop is named in honor of Oliver Hazard Perry, an American naval commander best known for his heroic role in the 1813 Battle of Lake Erie. Visitors to Oliver’s Rooftop will have the chance to view Perry’s flagship, the US Brig Niagara, in her home port adjacent to the restaurant.Oliver’s Rooftop is the crowning jewel of Erie’s newest hotel, the Hampton Inn & Suites.

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2. Roma’s Italian Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(216)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Erie

Introducing Roma's Italian Kitchen: a culinary gem on Erie's west side, proudly brought to you by Scott Enterprises, the visionaries behind Oliver's Rooftop. Step into our cozy trattoria and experience the essence of Italy with our chef-inspired, authentic cuisine. From delicious pasta to Nonna's Famous Meatballs, each dish is crafted with care, using the finest ingredients.Enhance your dining experience with our patio space, where you can savor your meal al fresco. Quench your thirst with handcrafted cocktails expertly prepared by our skilled mixologists, or explore our selection of authentic Italian wines curated to complement our dishes perfectly.Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the richness of Italian tradition. Buon appetito!

3. Mi Scuzi

4.6

Exceptional(888)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Erie

Booked 36 times today

An authentic Italian restaurant featuring hand crafted pasta, house made sausages, using only the freshest and the highest quality ingredients. Exclusive Specialty wine list featuring imported Italian wines. See you at the dinner table!!

4. The Cork 1794

4.6

Exceptional(2267)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Erie

General Manager: Greg Jones | Chef Team: Shannon Williams, Michael Burrows, Eric HoferWine Spectator's "Award of Excellence 2023 & 2024"The Cork 1794 debuted in 2014, setting a new standard for cuisine and comfort.With seating for more than 200, we offer a setting to match your mood.The chef’s table and cozy clock room provide an intimate experience, while the dining room’s banquettes and outdoor patio, complete with fireplaces and TVs, are the ultimate gathering spot.The bar is the perfect place to unwind – with an unrivaled collection of beer, cocktails and liquors curated by our own beverage master or a glass of wine poured from the expansive selection displayed in the cruvinets.The delicious menu, painstakingly developed by our talented Culinary team, delivers everything you’d expect from The Cork 1794 and more. Each plate is crafted to be the best in its class. We think you’ll find the result is on par with the finest establishments in the world.

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5. Two45 Waterfront Grille

4.3

Awesome(685)

Price: Expensive

• American • Erie

Located at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel, Two45 Waterfront Grille pays homage to the precise moment in history that Oliver Hazard Perry bravely led the US Navy on the path to victory during the Battle of Lake Erie.As a tribute to our fair city, the restaurant offers upscale, traditional American cuisine with a focus on seafood and coastal fare. Chef's specialties include macadamia-crusted grouper filet, premium beef cuts, and a bone-in tomahawk pork chop.Join us for Brunch Saturday and Sunday, and Dinner seven nights a week. Breakfast and Lunch Coming Soon.

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6. Bay House Oyster Bar & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(499)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Erie

Waterfront Destination. Unique Dining + Drinks. Breathtaking Views. Bringing Erie, Pennsylvania an experience like no other featuring Erie's only Fresh Oyster Bar & Argentine Grill. Enjoy our creative cuisine with Chef's Features, Fresh Oysters, Steaks, Seafood & more.// Unique Dining Areas at our Oyster Bar, 2nd Floor Mezzanine & Lounge// Indoor & Outdoor Dining with stunning views of Lake Erie's Presque Isle Bay// Full Bar with Large Wine Selections & Creative Cocktails// Outdoor Patio & Bar Seating with views of Lake Erie// Private & Semi-Private Rooms for Events// Free Parking in our Attached Covered Parking Garage

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7. Samurai Kitchen & Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(298)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Erie

Booked 13 times today

Voted best Sushi and Best Asian restaurant in Erie. SAMURAI kitchen sushi offers a relaxing dining experience featuring high quality Japanese and some southeast Asian cuisine. Intimate, modern dining room. Hibachi is expertly prepared in kitchen. An extensive and varied sushi and sashimi menu has appeals from beginner to expert. We offer everything from traditional rolls to our Chef Special roll items.Carefully selected beer, wine and sake menu including ciders. You may bring your own wine if you prefer, there is a corking charge.Unparalleled, and always freshLocally owned and operated, SAMURAI kitchen + sushi offers unsurpassed quality, exceptional service and reasonable prices in our family friendly, modern dining atmosphere. Perfect for an effortlessly enjoyable night out.

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8. Shoreline Bar & Grille

4.6

Exceptional(243)

Price: Moderate

• American • Erie

Shoreline Bar & Grille's menus feature locally sourced ingredients and signature cocktails inspired by the Great Lakes. This TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence-winning restaurant is located inside the Courtyard Erie Bayfront and offers views of Presque Isle Bay.

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9. Churchill’s Bourbon and Brew

3.9

Excellent(212)

Price: Moderate

• American • Erie

From great appetizers and pizza to out-of-this-world burgers and dinners, Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew is dishing up perfect food to pair with our specialty craft brews and excellent Bourbons.We feature 30 beers on tap with many being Local Breweries and Microbrews. Be sure to ask us for our best Bourbon recommendations, too! With a state of the art lighting and sound system, you can watch sports or simulcast racing anytime on our large high-definition televisions! Whatever you choose, Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew is your place to be!Presque Isle Downs and Casino. I-90 Exit 27 in Erie, PAGambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler

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ruth
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything was fabulous Might make this a yearly Christmas Eve dinner
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Oliver's RooftopPrice: Expensive• American• Erie
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4.8
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NickVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Absolutely love the food and the people. Best Italian food in PA!
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Roma’s Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Erie
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4.6
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RALPH
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Dinner at the cork a truly amazing experience the receptionist at the front very professional very friendly and got us our table quickly we did have a reservation which I'm sure helped they set us down the wait staff was extremely friendly extremely knowledgeable do the menu inside and out was it being our first time there they explained the menu they explained the surf and turf the cuts of meat how you could customize your meal. We didn't wait very long for our meals to come once we ordered the meats came precisely how you ordered them cuz I like my steak rare I couldn't have had a better rare steak it was absolutely amazing very succulent very juicy the ambience was absolutely amazing I can continue going on about this restaurant we will be going back that is for sure I recommend this restaurant for anyone.
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The Cork 1794Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Erie
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4.6
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CathyVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
We had an afternoon lunch on Saturday. The atmosphere is pleasant away from the shopping and noisy restaurant crowd. The Italian wedding soup is exceptional and highly recommended. Our lunch size meals were delicious and just enough.
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Mi ScuziPrice: Expensive• Italian• Erie
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4.6
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Brad
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
Very nice place. On the water and nice views. Nice ambient atmosphere. Food was excellent. Def going back.
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Two45 Waterfront GrillePrice: Expensive• American• Erie
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4.3

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Oliver's Rooftop

2. Roma’s Italian Kitchen

3. Mi Scuzi

4. The Cork 1794

5. Two45 Waterfront Grille

6. Bay House Oyster Bar & Restaurant

7. Samurai Kitchen & Sushi

8. Shoreline Bar & Grille

9. Churchill’s Bourbon and Brew

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