Hooks Catfish Kitchen

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Nice place! Wasn't get to off the highway. Amazing selection of Oysters. We had four (4)…read moreoptions I had the wagyu blended burger and fries Kilian was a good host after our three days of eating dried food at the campsite

6/1/2026 Ate list:…read more Seafood Parpadelle - 7.3 Beautiful space. Food was great. Would maybe get something different next time though. Portions were great. Not my favorite of the John Russell restaurants though. Yes, it's a bit more elevated than the other offerings but I think Pier 6 upstairs might have better food.

BBQ pork belly

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Lobster ravioli

Smuggler's Wharf

2.9(279 reviews)

Stopped in on a Friday evening at about 3:15 pm. It was not busy at all. We were seated quickly. It…read moreappears as if the patio is being remodeled. We had a nice view is the tower during dinner. I ordered the Perch with Cole slaw and fries while my wife ordered the grilled Arctic Char with garlic mashed potatoes with the vegetable of the day (zucchini and squash). Prices were about what we expected (mine $30 and hers was the same). The food was good and served pretty quickly. I would have liked the coffee to be stronger, but I recognize I have very high standards when it comes to coffee.

Shirley was fantastic! You could tell she was busy but she consistently checked in and helped us…read moreout when my husband did not like his plate (the French dip) The Shellfish Carbonara was outstanding!!!! We are on a trip from California to New Hampshire and stopped in town to see the lake. We wanted some seafood so we came here because we walked by and the atmosphere was great. Highly highly recommend!

Inside

Roast Prime Rib Au Jus

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Smugglers Sex on the Beach

Shoreline Bar & Grille

4.2(236 reviews)

A great meal with a view: I had a grilled walleye sandwich and a glass of chardonnay. As if on cue,…read morea sunset popped out of a gray sky. Service was fast and friendly. I will be back.

Great food, great service, fantastic view!!! We had the warm pretzel bites as an appetizer, which…read morewere so yummy I didn't even have time to snap a pic paired with their homemade queso I thoroughly enjoyed them. Then for my entree I had the spicy shrimp pasta which had amazing flavor, was creamy, and the shrimp were cooked well. Portion sizes leave you feeling satisfied but not terribly full. Everything was well-executed and delicious.

Outdoor dining

Adobo BBQ Chicken Nachos

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The restaurant wraps around this bar.

Two45 Waterfront Grille

4.0(43 reviews)

The food was amazing! Our server Celia was wonderful! I had…read morethe filet mignon and my husband had the grouper! DELICIOUS! We also had the peanut butter pie and the Keylime pie worth it!

Stopped in on a Saturday night around 9:45 PM. Great service, even though the food took a little…read morelong. I suggest making a reservation, as we had one and still had to wait a bit. Out of all the fine dining experiences I've had in Erie so far, this would be at the top... food wise and view wise. It's beautiful to sit outside and have the view of the bicentennial tower right next to the water! Now for the dish details! -Buffalo cauliflower was nothing special, your standard Buffalo cauliflower with a side of ranch... great to share for the table. The Roasted Organic Chicken was so juicy and tender, it fell right off the bone. Mashed potatoes and green beans paired perfectly. One of my favorites! -The heirloom tomato salad was a 7/10... I think the tomato wedges needed to be smaller pieces. This salad had the best croutons I've ever had! French onion soup was also a standout for me... definitely recommend! -Lastly Walleye Fish & chips: I think they could've included a bit more fish (it was three tenders), tasted good tho...7/10 as well! I would definitely come back here again and recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a fine dining waterfront experience in Erie!

Cocktails by the water

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Storming Crab - Erie, Pa

4.2(37 reviews)

5.4 mi

I love seafood! When the place opened I knew I had to try it! I have been there a handful of times…read moreand can't wait to go back! They start you off with complimentary seafood bread which I really liked! I always opt to choose and make my own boil, I get Lobster Tails and Crab Legs, and get Cajun butter Hot as I like spicy!

Everything was really good. I had the fried catfish basket. It and the tarter sauce were great…read more Maria was my waitress and she stayed on top of everything. Be sure and ask for her.

Dungeness crab, mussels, potatoes, sausage, and broccoli

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Outside.

Sloppy Duck

3.2(140 reviews)

0.9 mi

Free parking lot but can get full. Went as a group of six and they seated us within 10 minutes. The…read moreburgers were good as well as the Walleye fried fish dinner. They state that the fish is fresh daily and did taste very good. They have good prices on the crab cake platter serving 3 crab cakes but these were disappointing. Salads were fresh and delicious. They have nice cocktails and beer at reasonable prices. TIKI BAR has LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRI & SAT 8:00PM to 12:00AM, & SUN 3:00PM to 6:00PM (Seasonal). Very nice views of the marina and bay. Service was friendly but very slow.

We were visiting during the smoke days in July and my daughter was looking for some seafood, she…read moredid like the bowl of mussels but that was the only good thing besides the free parking. Due to the smoke we couldn't see the water but we could pretend. I think there was an event upstairs yet they sat us there anyway. The service was awful and so was the food and it was very overpriced for what we were served. I always heard of this place but it is a one & done for us.

Ducks

Beer cheese nachos

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View from the upper deck of the Sloppy Duck

Chippers Seafood & Southern Fusion

4.7(45 reviews)

0.4 mi

Had an impromptu trip to Erie sunday and my husband and I are so glad we checked out Chippers…read more The food was absolutely delicious and the service was kind and quick. We can't wait to come back for a bag boil!

Great place for tasty food! Loved the service and the bubble tea maker. Tried to do sit down, but…read morethat closes an hour prior to closing so we did take out. Tried two of the steamer bags - shrimp crab with garlic butter and crab with Cajun butter. I wish these had just a little more flavor, but I really good. Some of the crab was over cooked. Also tried the collard greens - YUM!!!! Would have loved to try the fried green tomatoes but they were out. Would definitely go back. The takeout orders were definitely hopping. We enjoyed it!

Chicken Boil Bag

Waffleich

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Fried shrimp & catfish

Calamari's Squid Row

3.9(119 reviews)

Great breakfast and service. Brunch champagne flights were large and tasty…read more Bar was nice, tables at bar was truly different. I do wish they would have the game sound on instead of music.

6/22/25 Ate List:…read moreChicken Cordon Bleu Wrap - 7.4 Grew up in Erie and I feel like this spot is a like "not so hidden" underdog sort of gem. Whenever I've been here, it's never packed. But each time when im leaving we say, "yeah that was the right move." It's a little further from the Bayfront but it's a lot better than some of the options that are closer. The vibe here is great. So glad that this place has withstood so much turnover nearby. Food is consistently great. Lunch, dinner, even brunch is SOLID. This time, I did the Chicken Cordon Bleu Wrap with tots. Could've just been a silly assumption, did not expect the wrap to be toasted. Now this was on a 100 degree day, so wouldve personally preferred it to be cold this day but all good. Tots are dependable and great too. Wish I received a larger potion though. Was kind of surprise it wasn't like filling the plate and was more a scattered handful. Love this spot though. Great experience, great staff, will absolutely stop back in.

Patio

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Artichoke dip with pita bread

The Cork 1794

4.1(298 reviews)

2.9 mi

One complaint. If you charge $16 for a bourbon, give an honest pour. Don't serve a measured shot &…read morethen shortchange that measured shot.

There were 8 of us for Lobster Fest, I got the filet & lobster tail. Probably one of the best…read moresteaks I ever had, and a no brainer on the lobster (amazing). Service was prompt even though the place was packed. The server was fantastic and The General Manager (Zack) made sure everything was perfect. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their food were pleased with everything. All of us will definitely be back.

Beautiful interior space.

Meaty crabcake appetizers, light and delicious perfectly seasoned calamari and firecracker shrimp (best I've ever had)

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Cocktail

Oliver's Rooftop

3.9(191 reviews)

0.5 mi

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We came here to celebrate my college roommate's birthday, and it was such a special experience. The…read morefood was truly fine dining quality, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the service was outstanding. My friend, her husband, and I shared the scallop tostadas to start with - Wow! The complimentary birthday dessert topped with a sparkler candle was such a fun surprise and really took the celebration over the top. Glad I got to experience this restaurant with my friends.

Offered high top declined. Sat next to "windows". The evening sun was still bright. The manager…read moresaw me squinting and put the blind partially down. May want to invest in thivker blinds because sun was blinding table next to us. Couldn't decide between the bisque and deviled eggs. Had the bisque which has a tomato base - DELICIOUS even on a hot day. Took the deviled eggs to go for breakfast tomorrow. Had the chicken picata with capers. The picky eater picked out the capers. I had the seafood trio: scallops, lobster tail, & crab stuffed shrimp. It was accompanied by basmati rice, carrots, & asparagus. I wish when I cook my basmati rice turned out that perfect. The waffle sundae closed out the dinner with carmel & chocolate sauce, whipped cream, ice cream ... and picky eater held the fresh seasonal berries. Parking vouchers were included with the bill. Very nice meal. Not rushed. Beautiful view. Ask for Laitin - She maes great recommendations.

Enjoy stunning views, captivating sunsets, and nature watching at Oliver's Rooftop.

Basque cheesecake

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Oliver's Rooftop featuring Oliver's Beer Garden on a summer evening.

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