I visited this cute cafe on a whim while visiting Erie and was pleased with my experience. There…read morewas a bit of a wait to order but the cashier was pleasant. I ordered coffee and a few pastries and I have to say they had one of the best blueberry scones I've ever tasted. I will definitely check this place out again the next time I'm in town.

Awesome spot for coffee and treats. Iced americano was brewed exceptionally as they have their own…read moreBellwether coffee machine! The staff was super friendly and the environment is great to relax, read and or work.

We love A Fransico's and I've given it a 5 star review on Google. We went here on Saturday…read morespecifically for Virgil's pizza. They had Gary, the owner of Virgil's, making his pizza and I was very much looking forward to having it again. He had my favorite pizza and I missed having it. So when I heard he was making his pizza again, I booked a reservation. Now, for the record, A. Francisco's is my new favorite pizza, Colin is a pizza genius. But I missed Virgil's, so I ordered my go to pepperoni pizza. I was pretty disappointed. As soon as they put the pizza down, I knew it was different. It didn't look like I knew Virgils to look like. The crust was different. The pepperoni was different... it wasn't Virgil's. I've eaten hundreds of squares. I would get 6 squares and eat them for lunch and want more...this time I ate two... just to be polite. The biggest difference was the dough. It didn't look like Virgil's and it didn't taste close to what Virgil's tasted like. My wife had the house made spaghetti with shrimp and it was very good. The buratta balls were excellent. Those were from A. Francisco's menu and we always have excellent food from here. But for someone who loved Virgil's, this was NOT the Virgil's that I remember and loved. I don't know what happened to his dough, but tonight I'm going to A. Francisco's for my new favorite pizza made by Colin. I'm not a fan of their pepperoni, so I go sausage and arugula. If they ever get the old world pepperoni that curls up, I'll go back to my go to.

My husband and I had a perfectly pleasant experience at A. Francisco's…read more We ordered the burrata bites to start. Crispy on the outside with perfectly melted, gooey cheese inside, and served with a marinara that was flavorful without being overly sweet. For our entrees we tried the OG (added sausage) and the prosciutto e arugula (added mushrooms). Both were delicious, featuring a well-balanced, crispy oven-baked crust that wasn't overly crunchy, elevated by parmesan, red pepper flakes, and a touch of sea salt. I also had an Aperol spritz to drink which was refreshing and perfect. Our server was quick and kind, and the vibe was modern and moody. We definitely see ourselves returning.

Room 33 is STILL amazing! Five years after my original…read morereview, we made our way back to Erie and Room 33 -- this time to celebrate Melissa's birthday. We've actually tried to return a couple times since that first visit, but apparently other people have discovered the place too. Both times we showed up without reservations and struck out. Lesson finally learned: MAKE. THE. RESERVATION. This time we did, and Room 33 reminded us exactly why we loved it in the first place. We both ordered Sonny's Short Rib, served over mashed potatoes with roasted carrots. Absolutely delicious -- tender, rich and packed with flavor. Although I gotta give the 2021 version the edge in the looks department. And you can't celebrate a birthday without dessert. Melissa went with the peanut butter pie, while yours truly handled the chocolate lava cake with ice cream. Both were worthy of the occasion. Different band than our first visit, but the same great energy. Live music, cocktails, that cool speakeasy atmosphere and a room full of people having a genuinely good time -- Room 33 just knows how to create a night out. Five years ago I said Room 33 gave me one more reason to keep coming back to Erie. Five years later, that statement still holds up.

Room 33 has been one of our favorite Erie restaurants for many years. We love the whole vibe. The…read morefood and drinks are well made and thought out, the live music is always a nice touch to an evening out and the space is very well designed. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially when they have a band performing. My go-to dish is the short rib dish. The mashed potatoes are amazing and the short ribs are packed with flavor. On this particular visit, they were a bit skimpy on the au jus sauce (it's normally got a healthy laddle of pan sauce on the bowl) but that's okay. I did splurge for my birthday and get a slice of the peanut butter pie. It was super rich and exactly what peanut butter lovers want in a peanut butter pie.

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.

Very good food. We had brunch. It's a fixed menu for brunch and it includes your drink , fruit,…read moresoup, main dish, and dessert ( rice pudding). It's all homemade. I will have to try a dinner there.

Excellent food with a great atmosphere and one-of-a-kind Mexican fusion. Nothing else quite like it…read morein Erie. Owned by the former owner of Latino's.

All great/comfortable setting/ great service and food. Drink special of Moscow mules was…read moredelicious. Best Mack and cheese and mussels I've had lately.

My wife and I had dinner at Cloud 9 after the Lighting of Perry Square kicking off the Holiday…read moreSeason. We've been here before for the Mother's Day buffet but hadn't ordered off the menu before. I have to say that the meal was totally unremarkable. I had a hard time justifying the expense when we got the bill. I had the Shrimp and Risotto was totally nonplused by the serving size and over all taste. The Few Shrimp that were the star of the meal were so tough that they ruined the meal. I'm assuming they were over cooked as they were not just tough but bland as well.The Risotto was very bland as well, so stroke two! Bertrand served way better before at his Perry Square location. The best part of our Cloud 9 meals were the easy ramp parking. I remembered taking a Nexium when we got home so that my stomach would stop being upset. Never again!

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.

Had a great breakfast at Bay and Berry. I tried the omelet (you can choose 3 toppings), and it was…read morehuge and satisfyingly fluffy. Get the potato pancake as your side, you'll thank me. The classic pancake with butter and maple syrup is also delicious. They also have a nice selection of baked goods on display and serve alcoholic drinks. The restaurant was bustling during late morning service, but the server was attentive and the place was very clean. Will definitely be back.

Not the greatest not the worst. No real syrup and French toast had so much cinnamon stuffed inside…read moreit was dry!

Pineapple Eddie's had been sitting on our "to try" list for probably 4 or 5 years, and thanks to a…read morelast-minute change of plans, we finally made it in. The restaurant is much larger than it appears from the outside. Once you head through the first dining room and down the steps, you're greeted by a warm, homey dining room with a surprisingly spacious bar. It has a comfortable neighborhood feel, and the staff was friendly throughout our visit. Our cocktails arrived in about 10 minutes, and the hush puppies followed about 20 minutes later. They had a nice flavor, but were much denser and chewier than I expected. The bigger issue was the wait for our entrees. With the restaurant not appearing particularly busy, nearly 50 minutes for fried chicken and jerk chicken felt excessive. The good news? The chicken absolutely delivered! Both the fried chicken and the jerk chicken were packed with flavor and easily stole the show. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy, while the jerk had a wonderful balance of seasoning and spice. Those dishes alone made the meal worthwhile. Unfortunately, my mashed potatoes arrived warm instead of hot. After such a long wait, I was hoping everything would come out piping hot, and that side just missed the mark. Cole slaw was fresh but pretty boring in the flavor department. I really wanted this to be the five-star experience that so many others have had. While this visit didn't quite live up to the hype, the quality of the chicken showed why Pineapple Eddie's has earned such a loyal following. We'll happily give them another shot someday and hope they earn that elusive fifth star.

Despite having visited Erie a LOT, we haven't ever had the chance to eat at Pineapple Eddie's. Erie…read morehas a fantastic food scene and there are so many good places to try that we always run out of time. However, after going to one of our go-to places this weekend that ended up being closed, we finally had an opportunity to try something new. The exterior of the building is so misleading to how spacious and nice it is inside! We were seated in the bar area and had a lovely server. I ordered one of the feature drinks and we decided to try the crabmeat hush puppies to start our meal. Despite not being overly busy, we were a bit surprised at how slow service was, though. We liked the hush puppies but probably wouldn't get them again. Not much crabmeat and a little more dense than we prefer. But the remoulade sauce was very tasty. I wish there were more of it. For my dinner, I went with the jerk chicken and it was phenomenal!! It is spicy, so I wouldn't recommend this dish for something who can't tolerate some heat. But the chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. The rice and beans that came with the dish were also amazing. About halfway through our meal, our server brought us some complimentary mini cornbread muffins. They were delicious as well, but would have definitely enjoyed them a little more if they were brought to the table while we waited over 35 minutes for our entrees to arrive. From the time we were sat to the time we left, it was nearly a 90 minute ordeal. It's the only reason I knocked a star off. Otherwise, this would have been a 5 star experience, without a doubt. All in all, a wonderful experience and we will absolutely be back again!!

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.

We usually enjoy stopping at Calamari's when we're in town, and their Boom Boom Shrimp Grinder is…read moreour go-to order. On this visit, we both ordered the grinder, but my first bite felt off -- something was missing. Sure enough, when I lifted the bun, the most important part was missing: the boom boom sauce. It took a few minutes to get our server's attention, but once we mentioned it, she quickly brought sides of the sauce for us. After adding it ourselves, the sandwich tasted the way it should, though the bread was a bit dry since the sauce wasn't baked in. I'll also note that we typically visit for lunch, but this trip was later in the evening. The vibe was very different -- louder crowd, mostly college kids, and slower service due to how busy it was. We'll probably stick to lunch visits going forward, since that's when we've had the best experience.